Mizzima awarded global JTI certificate for reliable news on Myanmar

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Mizzima Mizzima, one of Myanmar ’s most prominent news outlets and a press freedom advocate, obtained the Journalism Trust Initiative ( JTI ) certification from global audit firm Bureau Veritas , JTI says in a press statement 5 January.  Operating in clandestine mode within Myanmar and supported by an exiled team, Mizzima strives to fulfil its role as reliable source of news and information for the Myanmar public. “Your Journalism Trust Initiative certification affirms what audiences already know: that principled, transparent journalism matters. Congratulations on this achievement and on your continued contribution to informing citizens about Myanmar,” says Benjamin Sabbah , director of Journalism Trust Initiative “Myanmar’s ongoing conflict has created an intensely contested media landscape, where mis- and disinformation are increasingly deployed to reinforce state propaganda and the prevailing “official” narrative. Although Mizzima is already regarded as one of the most trusted ...
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Burmese government to welcome suggestions: Speaker Thura Shwe Mann

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Monday, 22 August 2011 20:42 Mizzima News

Chiang Mai (Mizzima) – Suggestions and criticisms of the Burmese government by the media will be welcomed as a step in establishing freedom of press, Lower House Speaker Thura Shwe Mann said on Monday.

Lower House Speak Shwe Mann said the Burmese government will accept criticism and suggestions from the media to promote greater press freedom. He wore traditional dress during the opening day of the second regular session of Parliament. Photo: Mizzima


Shwe Mann said in his opening speech at the second regular session of the People’s Assembly, “We will accept the criticisms and suggestions made by news media, the public and the international community.”

The statement, if broadly applied in Burmese society, would mark a significant departure from the past. Much of the Burmese media is still restricted in what it can publish. Government officials still regularly censor newspapers and journals that cover politics and governmental affairs.


The Burmese Parliament in session during the opening day of the second regular session on Monday. Photo: Mizzima


Perhaps signaling a more open atmosphere, journalists who were not allowed inside the first regular session of Parliament on Monday were allowed to attend the opening day of the second regular session. More than 50 journalists attended the opening session.

Speaker Thura Shwe Mann told members of Parliament that it must be strong. “All of us need to learn through past experiences and do the necessary tasks with courage and unity in light of today’s circumstances.”

Thura Shwe Mann, who is known as a former military officer who wants to introduce reform among military personnel, also said MPs should work to improve their skills and qualifications.

“MPs need to listen to people’s voices, attitudes, desires and adopt laws for the sake of the nation and the people as soon as possible, and they need to help citizens and organizations obey the laws,” he said.

A total of 389 MPs attended the opening of Parliament, which is expected to remain in session for three to four weeks.

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