Peace journalism urged for Aceh

Peace journalism urged for Aceh

BANDA ACEH: The troubled Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam is in need of more positive press coverage, therefore peace journalism must be developed in the province, an official said.

"I think it's time to develop peace journalism so that media reports will create harmony in society," said Natsir Aly of the province's information office here on Wednesday.

He called on journalists in the province to create a better situation through the news they write.

Natsir added that not all of the facts in Aceh should appear in newspapers, because that could have a negative impact.

"Stories on violence could provoke a feeling of vengeance among the people." he said.

He urged the media and the people to ensure peace during the upcoming fasting month of Ramadhan, so that Muslims could complete their prayers.-Antara