Bangladesh’s Information and Broadcasting Minister, Jahiruddin Swapan, stated the government is actively working to further strengthen media freedom within the country. He indicated ongoing reforms are being pursued with the involvement of all stakeholders to bolster the democratic system of governance. The minister made these remarks as the chief guest at a workshop in Dhaka focused on developing a framework for the National Media Commission. Details of the specific reforms were not immediately available, but the initiative signals a commitment to a more open media landscape. The workshop aimed to outline the structure and function of this new commission. This development comes as Bangladesh navigates ongoing discussions regarding freedom of the press and expression. The government maintains it is dedicated to fostering a robust and independent media environment.