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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A new chapter in U.S.-Burma relations

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Wednesday, 23 May 2012 12:53 VOA

(VOA Editorial) – In further recognition of the positive changes being made by the government of Burma, the United States has named its first ambassador to the Southeast Asian nation in 22 years and announced the intent to ease restrictions on new American investment and the provision of financial services.

The moves, announced by President Barack Obama on May 17, mark a new beginning in the relationship between our two countries.

Burmese President Thein Sein is leading the democratic reform movement. Photo: Mizzima

Derek Mitchell, a veteran diplomat and Asia specialist now serving as Special Representative and Policy Coordinator for Burma, will assume the duties of ambassador, formalizing diplomatic relations strained for many years. Easing economic restrictions will allow for the first time major investment by U.S. companies. Greater economic engagement between the U.S. and Burma is critical to supporting reformers in government and civil society.

It will also promote broad-based economic development for the Burmese people, and bring the country out of isolation and into the international community. Americans for decades have stood with the Burmese people in their struggle to realize the full promise of their country. In recent months, we and many in the international community have been encouraged by the economic and political reforms that have taken place.

As President Obama said in announcing the changes, “as the iron fist had unclenched in Burma, we have extended our hand seeking a new phase in our engagement on behalf of a more democratic and prosperous future for the Burmese people.”

The United States will continue to press for further progress in democratization, a halt to hostilities in ethnic minority areas and the unconditional release of political prisoners. That said, we are encouraged by the people of Burma’s work toward a peaceful, just and free nation, and we support their efforts.

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