Dostour Party has expressed its solidarity with Egyptian journalists’ demands for the release of their colleagues, who had been detained while performing their duties.
In a statement on Wednesday, the party declared their support for the journalists' calls for the protection of freedom of expression, and a viable legislation that would defend the rights of journalists, guarantee fair wages, protect them against unfair layoffs and arbitrary arrest.
The party stressed that journalists' rights and the freedom of expression are the main pillars necessary for establishing a democratic regime in Egypt. According to the statement. the citizens have the right to free, balanced and diverse media, which is not possible if the safety and well-being of journalists is not guaranteed.
Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
