Freedom of opinion, expression and the press are human rights protected by Pancasila, the 1945 Constitution and the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Freedom of the press is a means for society to obtain information and communicate, in order to fulfill essential needs and improve the quality of human life.
In realizing press freedom, Indonesian journalists are also aware of the interests of the nation, social responsibility, community diversity and religious norms.
In carrying out its functions, rights, obligations and roles, the press respects everyone's human rights, therefore the press is required to be professional and open to control by society.
To guarantee press freedom and fulfill the public's right to obtain correct information, Indonesian journalists need a moral foundation and professional ethics as operational guidelines in maintaining public trust and upholding integrity and professionalism.