{
  "id": 10595145,
  "title": "CE urges press to tell good stories of HK and nation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/ce-urges-press-to-tell-good-stories-of-hk-and-nation-10595145",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T02:37:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK English",
    "slug": "rthk-english",
    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1871952-20260929.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chief Executive John Lee addressed the media sector on Tuesday, urging journalists to report objectively and fairly while amplifying the positive narratives of Hong Kong and the nation. Speaking at the media sector reception marking the 77th anniversary of the People's Republic of China, Lee emphasized the government's commitment to supporting local media in enhancing their competitiveness. He recalled Hong Kong's first five-year plan, which aimed to strengthen the global reach of mainstream media, and reiterated his policy address this year, stating that the government will continue to assist local media in expanding their network beyond the city. Lee highlighted the government's support for local media to increase their international communication capacity and competitiveness, enabling them to share the good stories of the city and the nation with a wider audience. He described the press as a conduit of public sentiment, guiding people's hearts and minds, and urged professional media workers to adhere to professional ethics while reporting the facts.",
  "summary": "Chief Executive John Lee on Tuesday urged the press to drive society forward by reporting objectively and fairly, while serving as a messenger to tell the good stories of the nation and Hong Kong. Speaking at a media sector reception celebrating the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, Lee also said the SAR government will continue to help local media enhance their…",
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        "outlet": "RTHK News",
        "title": "CE urges press to tell good stories of HK and nation",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/ce-urges-press-to-tell-good-stories-of-hk-and-nation",
        "published": "2026-09-29T02:37:09.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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