Dhaka, Aug. 6 -- Speakers at a dialogue on Wednesday emphasised the importance of media freedom and the need for quality journalism free from personal or political bias.

They pointed out that harassment, tagging and fascist tactics continue to persist, even in an environment with relatively freer media.

The discussion also highlighted the need for empowering journalists with absolute, not ad-hoc freedom, along with dignity and financial security, stressing that this would help keep journalists free from greed or partisan pressures.

The speakers urged the interim government to take concrete steps towards these goals during its remaining six months in office.

The Centre for Governance Studies (CGS) hosted the informative dialogue sessio...