Manila, Nov. 23 -- The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) on Sunday reaffirmed its commitment to protect journalists and pursue full accountability for the perpetrators of the 2009 Maguindanao massacre, as the country marks the 16th anniversary of the worst election-related violence and deadliest attack on media workers in Philippine history.

In its statement, PTFOMS expressed solidarity with the victims' families and the media community, stressing that the tragedy remains a stark reminder of the dangers journalists face.

"We remember and honor the 58 lives lost, including 32 journalists and media workers who were doing their job - seeking truth and reporting it to the nation," the task force said.

"Their sacrifice remi...