Al Jazeera's independence and impartiality were highlighted by the judges as key reasons for the Middle Eastern 24 hour news network's win in both categories. ''The panel agreed that the fearless and determined journalism demonstrated by reporters, including Sherine Tadros and Ayman Mohyeldin, in their coverage of the Arab Awakening were key factors in their commendation of the channel,'' says Al Jazeera in a press statement.
''We're delighted that our teams of journalists are receiving the recognition they deserve for their efforts,'' says Al Anstey, Al Jazeera English's managing director. ''Our coverage of the Arab Awakening was, and still is, a global news story of huge importance to us and we will continue to broadcast the stories that matter directly from the people on the ground.''
