, May 3 -- Media leaders, editors and rights advocates on Sunday stressed the urgent need for self-regulation, institutional reform and greater accountability to rebuild public trust in Bangladesh's media.

They made the observations at an interactive discussion organised by UNESCO and Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) at Meghomala Auditorium of MIDAS Centre in Dhanmondi, marking the World Press Freedom Day 2026.

The event was convened under the theme, "Rebuilding Public Trust: Media Independence and Democratic Accountability in Bangladesh."

TIB Executive Director Iftekharuzzaman moderated the programme.

Speaking at the event, Iftekharuzzaman said self-regulation is a fundamental and indispensable component of a free and resp...