site.btaPM Donev: "Responsible Attitude to Truth Crucial in Exponential Growth of Information"

Bulgarian caretaker Prime Minister Galab Donev greeted the participants and guests at the 30th General Assembly of the Association of the Balkan News Agencies - Southeast Europe (ABNA-SE).

"I am convinced that BTA, as the host of the event, will create excellent conditions for fruitful discussions with a focus on the main theme of the forum: 'Together for True News'," Donev wrote in his greetings address.

"Having a responsible attitude to truth is of paramount importance nowadays as the flow of information grows exponentially and it is imperative to suppress fake news and disinformation. This is not just a matter of being properly informed but also a matter of security. Therefore, the media have a growing responsibility to give their audience verified information and adhere to the well-established high standards of journalism. I am convinced that professionalism is the key to striking a balance between the speed of information, its presentation in an appealing way and the unwavering pursuit of truth," the Prime Minister pointed out.

"I welcome the partnership among the Balkan news agencies in Southeast Europe. I firmly believe that these contacts contribute to friendship, security and cooperation in the region," Donev's address reads.