The SNPM is working on the legal system that governs the profession

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The National Union of the Moroccan Press (SNPM) organized, Saturday in Tangier, a meeting under the theme “Revision of the legal system of the press and publishing, a necessity for the consolidation of the profession and professionals”, in presence of professionals from the press and publishing sector in Tangier-Tétouan-Al Hoceima.

Speaking on this occasion, the president of the SNPM, Abdelkebir Khchichine, underlined that this event is part of a series of meetings scheduled in the different regions of the Kingdom to offer working journalists a space to exchange information. ideas and perspectives on regulatory and legislative mechanisms, aimed at strengthening the foundations of the journalistic profession and consolidating the achievements of players in the field.

noted that the key to the development of the profession and the creation of objective working conditions for journalists lies in the revision of the laws governing the profession, so that the legislation governing the sector is an additional pillar to strengthen the press, allowing it to support the profound democratic and institutional transformations that Morocco is experiencing, as well as to support the changes in Moroccan society, and to meet the challenges linked to rapid technological developments and social networks.

He also insisted on the need for a clear, transparent relationship defined by legal provisions between journalists and the different sectors, so that the media can fulfill their role as a true partner in strengthening democratic construction in Morocco. , which stands as a regional model.

Mr. Khchichnie also noted that the development of journalistic work is not limited to legislative regulation and updating of the legal framework, but also requires continuous improvement in the performance of journalists, through continuous training. global in line with the transformations and expectations of society, as well as support for regional and national press companies.

He considered that this meeting marks the launch of a structured professional debate aimed at allowing regional professional actors to express their opinions, and share their experiences and ideas for the development of the profession, which contributes to the training of the public opinion and the strengthening of social, political and cultural construction.

Other interventions focused on the importance of linking financial support intended for regional and national press companies to objective conditions centered on respect for the professional and social rights of journalists, the fight against “lax” practices in the sector , and the strengthening of professional self-regulation, through a review of the skills of the National Press Council.