A forum has been held in Seoul to enhance Korea’s emergency broadcasting system, after Japan’s earthquake highlighted the need for a media equipped for national emergencies or natural disasters.
Panelists from major broadcasters and government agencies discussed ways to better prepare the media, while leader of the forum, law professor Ji Sung-woo of Dankook University, urged the national broadcasters to establish detailed emergency guidelines, referring to Japan’s NHK as an example. Mr Ji also said that the media must provide accurate and objective information to the public, and protect the rights of victims in disasters.
(Source: Arirang)
