KATHMANDU, MAY 3

The 32nd World Press Freedom Day is being observed globally today, including in Nepal, under the theme "Time to Put AI on the Social Agenda."

Established by the UN in 1993, the day commemorates the 1991 Windhoek Declaration on press freedom. In Nepal, the day has been marked at the non-governmental level since 1995, with various media and journalism-related organizations organizing events to reflect on media rights and challenges.

This year's theme, set by UNESCO, emphasizes the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in journalism and its implications for press freedom, under the global banner: "Reporting in the Brave New World – The Impact of AI on Press Freedom and the Media."

As journalism evolves with technological advancements, AI is playing a transformative role in news production, fact-checking, and data analysis. While AI offers new tools, it also raises concerns about misinformation, editorial independence, and ethical standards.

World Press Freedom Day serves as a global reminder to uphold media freedom, support journalists under threat, and honor those who have lost their lives in pursuit of truth.