Tag: Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS)
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PTFOMS, NAPOLCOM Ink Agreement to Strengthen Protection, Cooperation for Media Workers
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) and the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement on Friday, 24 October 2025, marking a significant step toward creating a safer and more supportive environment for media workers across the country. Among the key initiatives is the establishment of an effective case referral…
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On the Death of Noel Bellen Samar
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Noel Bellen Samar, who passed away at approximately 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 21, following a medical procedure. Radio broadcaster Samar, aged 54, was shot on Monday morning while traveling along Maharlika Highway in Guinobatan, Albay,…
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Pag-atake sa mga mamamahayag sa rally inalmahan
Tinuligsa ng Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) ang insidente kung saan isang broadcast journalist ang ini-ulat na nasugatan gayundin ang umano’y harassment na dinanas ng isa pang mamamahayag nitong Linggo, Setyembre 21, alinsabay sa demonstrasyon laban sa katiwalian sa Maynila. “This incident highlights the urgent need to protect journalists, whose work is essential…
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PAO, PTFOMS Renew MOA to Enhance Legal Aid Services for Media Workers
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) renewed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) on Friday, July 11, 2025, to strengthen protections for media personnel through comprehensive legal aid, support services, and advocacy. The signing ceremony was led by PAO Chief Persida V. Rueda-Acosta and PTFOMS Executive Director Jose…
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PTFOMS on lookout for harassment of media during election
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) has expressed “serious concern” over the harassment of media personnel during this year’s mid-term elections. “Such acts undermine press freedom and the essential role of the media in a democratic society,” said Jose Torres Jr., Executive Director of PTFOMS. “We do not tolerate attacks on media professionals…
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PTFOMS Condemns Killing of Veteran Journalist Johnny Dayang
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) condemns the killing of veteran journalist Juan “Johnny” Dayang, who served as the president emeritus of the Publishers Association of the Philippines (PAPI). Mr. Dayang, 89 years old, was shot by an unidentified assailant inside his residence in Kalibo, Aklan, at approximately 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April…
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PTFOMS Condemns Threats and Violence Against Media Workers Ahead of Mid-Term Elections
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) is taking decisive action in response to recent threats and acts of violence against media workers. Following reports that Mayor Joseph Bernos of La Paz, Abra, allegedly threatened DZRH reporter Romeo Beñas Gonzales via Facebook Messenger and a subsequent video call on April 21, 2025, PTFOMS has…
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Philippines marks zero media casualties in 2024 -Ruiz
MANILA— The Philippines recorded zero killings of journalists in 2024, a milestone achievement highlighted Tuesday during the launch of the Philippine National Police Media Security Vanguards, a program aimed at protecting members of the press. “According to the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines, no media person was killed in the Philippines in 2024.…
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JSAP oath taking
The newly elected Board of Trustees and executive officers of the Journalism Studies Association of the Philippines (JSAP), the national association of journalism educators, take their oath of office before Undersecretary Joe Torres, executive director of the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS), at the Philippine Information Agency Building in Quezon City on Thursday,…
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PTFoMS expresses concern over murder raps vs. Masbate journos
The Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) requested the Provincial Prosecutor of Masbate for clarification on the filing of a murder charge against two local journalists who were also accused of membership with the local communist terrorist movement. PTFoMS executive director, Paul M. Gutierrez, in a letter to Masbate Provincial Prosecutor Jeremias Mapula, sought…
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COMELEC, PTFOMS SIGN MOA TO PROTECT MEDIA DURING ELECTIONS
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) and the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) to ensure the safety and respect for the rights of the members of the press covering the elections. Signing the MOA on behalf of the commission was Chairman George Erwin…
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PTFoMS seeks deeper probe on attack vs. Laguna journo
THE Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS) has requested the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) and the Task Force Usig of the Philippine National Police (PNP) for a deeper probe on a shooting incident last July 15, 2024, in San Pablo City Laguna that targeted a local reporter. PTFoMS Executive Director Usec. Paul…
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On World Press Freedom Day, Philippines highlights gains in protecting journalists, promoting responsible journalism
SANTIAGO, CHILE— THE press community in the Philippines remains vibrant, further gaining momentum and free as it continues to live up to its reputation as the ‘freest press’ in Asia. This was the bold assessment given by Undersecretary Paul M. Gutierrez, a former journalist appointed in May 2023 by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., as…
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Angeles Police hosts Presidential Task Force on Media Security case conference to address media harassments
Angeles City – The Angeles City Police Office (ACPO) convened a case conference under the auspices of the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFoMS), aimed at addressing the alarming harassment against media practitioners. The conference was prompted by recent incidents involving the harassment of media figures, Rowena Quejada of K5 News F.M. and Joann…
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