Freedom of opinion, expression, and the press is a fundamental human right protected by Pancasila, the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations.
Press freedom is a means for the public to access information and communicate, in order to fulfill essential needs and improve the quality of human life.
In realizing press freedom, Indonesian journalists are also aware of national interests, social responsibilities, cultural diversity, and religious values.
In carrying out their functions, rights, obligations, and roles, the press respects the human rights of every individual. Therefore, the press is expected to operate professionally and remain open to public scrutiny.
To ensure press freedom and fulfill the public’s right to accurate information, Indonesian journalists require a moral foundation and professional ethics as an operational guideline to maintain public trust and uphold integrity and professionalism.