Foreign Media Often Write Bad Things Regarding Handling Covid-19

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – President Joko Widodo complained foreign media who often report bad things related to handling Covid-19 in Indonesia. The complaint was conveyed by President Jokowi while chairing a limited meeting with the Committee for Handling Covid-19 and National Economic Recovery at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, Monday (24/8/2020).

“What I read from journalists, especially foreign media, is because our communication is not firm, it is not clear, it is not clear, what they often write is not a good thing, “said Jokowi.

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The Head of State assessed that the handling of Covid-19 in Indonesia was on the right track. However, the bad news was caused by the staff who were not careful in conveying statements to the media.

Jokowi also asked the ministers to consult with the Spokesperson for the Covid-19 Handling Task Force Wiku Adisasmito if he wanted to deliver a statement regarding the handling. corona virus.

“Be careful, just help that one. Prof. Wiku is spoken to, if he really wants to talk (to the media),” said Jokowi.

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Jokowi reminded that media coverage would be very influential, especially for the economy which is currently sluggish due to the pandemic.

If the handling of Covid-19 can be reported positively, then he is sure it will also have a positive impact on the economy. Therefore he asked the ministers to improve communication patterns to the media.

“We hope that later by improving good communication earlier, market confidence and confidence we really can provide the business world, “he said.

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