Dhaka, May 4 -- Information and Broadcasting Adviser Mahfuj Alam on Sunday said the government is planning to introduce a law to ensure the safety of journalists, emphasising the need for accountability in the media sector.

"Accountability is essential for protecting the interests of journalists," he said while speaking as the chief guest at a discussion titled "'Brave New Bangladesh: Reform Roadmap for Press Freedom'' held at the TIB office in Dhanmondi.

The event was jointly organised by UNESCO Dhaka Office, Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB), and the Embassy of Sweden, reports UNB.

"We want to introduce a journalist safety law. We are also exploring the possibility of merging three public media entities-BTV, Bangladesh Beta...