Promoting free and pluralistic media

The theme for this year's World Press Freedom Day, 21 Century Media: New Frontiers, New Barriers, reminds us of the many events, some still unfolding, where the popular call for democratic change reiterates the home-grown cry for choice, participation and transparency.

It also highlights the role old and new media can play in allowing different voices to be heard in the public space - from radio and television through to mobile telephony and the internet.