It thus interprets the trends of public formation and orientation within the framework of the basic components of society, safeguarding of the liberties, rights and public duties and respect of the privacy of the lives of citizens. The freedom of the press is guaranteed and press censorship is forbidden. Also forbidden is to suppress, suspend or close a newspaper through administrative measures. The freedom of corporate bodies, whether public or private or political parties to publish or own newspapers is safeguarded. The financing and ownership of newspapers come under the supervision of the people.
Journalists have the right to obtain news and information according to the regulations set by law.
Their activities are not subject to an authority other than the law. A Supreme Press Council deals with matters concerning the press. The law defines its formation, competencies and its relationship with the state authorities. The Council exercises its competencies with a view to consolidating the freedom of the press and guaranteeing the soundness of national unity and social peace. Foremost of The Competencies of The Supreme Press Council Are 1- To express opinion on draft laws organizing the press affairs.