Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed hope that Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) will continue to lead as an innovative, credible and influential media organisation both nationally and globally. In a Facebook post marking Bernama’s 58th anniversary today, Anwar acknowledged the agency’s vital role in delivering accurate and trustworthy information to the public.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar congratulated Bernama on its 58th anniversary and emphasized the importance of adapting to future technologies, such as digital platforms, artificial intelligence, and big data. This adaptability is deemed crucial for ensuring that news reaches the public swiftly and effectively in the fast-evolving digital landscape.

Established under the BERNAMA Act 1967, the agency began operations on May 20, 1968, with news wire services. It later expanded into photo services, launched a radio station in 2007, a television channel in 2008, and strengthened its presence across digital platforms.

For over five decades, Bernama has upheld its founding objectives by delivering timely, accurate, and balanced news through its wire services, television and radio channels, as well as digital platforms, to serve the national interest.