The ASEAN Guideline on Management of Government Information in Combatting Fake News and Disinformation in the Media provides a framework in developing governments’ responses to the harmful effect of fake news and misinformation in the media and on social media platforms. The Guideline seeks to establish standards and good practices for government information officers; promote accuracy and reliability, improve transparency and accountability in government communications as well as improve coordination and collaboration between government agencies especially during times of crisis or emergency with the aim to ensure that government communications are transparent, timely and accountable.

The Guideline was prepared by the Ministry of Communication and Informatics of Republic of Indonesia with the support of the ASEAN Cultural Fund to further enhance ongoing efforts by the Senior Officials responsible for Information towards strengthening the management of government information to counter misinformation and fake news. The Guideline is a key deliverable of Indonesia’s ASEAN Chairmanship in 2023.