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Thursday, May 16, 2024 — Original Reporting
UNAIR NEWS – In recent times, the Revision of the Broadcasting Law (RUU) has become a hot topic of discussion among journalists and media researchers. Responding to this phenomenon, Irfan Wahyudi S Sos M Comm PhD, Media Expert at University Airlangga (UNAIR) , provided an in-depth view.
Irfan believes that the proposed bill could influence the dynamics of the current media, including broadcast and digital print media. He emphasized that each media has unique characteristics that influence the way information is conveyed and received by the public.
“This draft bill has the potential to influence current media dynamics. For complete and in-depth information, print media is still the main choice. “Meanwhile, broadcasting provides depth in audiovisual format, and digital platforms offer speed in conveying information, even if only at a glance,” said Irfan.
In regulating media in the digital era, Irfan emphasized the important role of the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPI) and the Press Council . Furthermore, he criticized that KPI should not just be a ‘stamp’ for government policy. According to Irfan, policy makers must understand the essence of journalism and not feel paranoid about it.
In resolving journalistic disputes, Irfan emphasized the importance of harmonization between KPI and DPRS. In this case, he suggested that the Broadcasting Bill facilitate effective discussion and cooperation between the two institutions.
“If this bill causes disputes, it will not benefit anyone. These two institutions have their respective areas of work and should be able to work together without conflicts of interest. “That way, a healthier and more transparent media ecosystem will be created,” he said.
Irfan suggested considering the bill carefully. This is because the bill plays an important role in accommodating press freedom and developing quality journalistic works.
“Media and journalists must be responsive to existing potential. “There have been protests filed by the Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI), as well as input from various government institutions and individuals,” said Irfan.
Not only that, Irfan also added that policy makers must be open to discussions with various elements, including independent institutions.
“Discussion of this bill is not only carried out within power circles, but must involve independent institutions involved in journalism. “That way, the resulting policies will be able to reflect press freedom and justice,” he said.
Instead, Irfan also suggested that the Broadcasting Bill supports the digital ecosystem and does not hinder the dissemination of information. In this case, society must be involved in technological innovation that supports digital access and digital literacy.
Author: Aidatul Fitriyah
Editor: Khefti Al Mawalia
