Dhaka, May 12 -- Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon on Monday said the government will establish an effective and independent media commission to ensure freedom of the press.

He said the commission will be formed through consensus based on opinions from all stakeholders so that it is not seen as an imposed structure.

The minister made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at the inauguration of Asia Post at Bengal Shilpalay.

Swapon said the world is going through a period of transformation, where the rapid expansion of digital technology, online media and internet use has accelerated the flow of information, but has also increased the spread of misinformation, disinformation and distorted content.

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