Banda Aceh, Aug. 16 -- The Aceh government has honoured dozens of journalists, including three from Indonesia's national news agency ANTARA, for their contributions to the province's peace process two decades ago.

The awards were presented by Deputy Governor Fadhlullah during a ceremony marking 20 years since the Aceh Peace Agreement at the Balai Meuseuraya Aceh in Banda Aceh.

"This award reflects our deep respect for their dedication and sacrifice for peace in Aceh," Fadhlullah said at the ceremony taking place in the province's capital city, Banda Aceh, on Friday evening.

Among the recipients were former ANTARA Aceh bureau chiefs Saidulkarnen Ishak (posthumously), Heru Dwiatmojo, and Azhari.

Awards, initiated by the Aceh Reintegrati...