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Concern as Tongan public broadcaster is labelled “enemy of the government”

The Public Media Alliance calls on the Tongan Prime Minister to respect the independence of the Tongan Broadcasting Commission (TBC) and its role in holding government to account.

Thai media organisations rally to oppose information bill

Media groups in Thailand protest against media bill that would lead to government control of the press and restrict freedom of expression.

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New research analyses PSM crisis in Poland

New research by Article 19 and the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights (HFHR) offers in-depth analysis about ongoing concerns surrounding the independence of public service media in Poland.

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Indian government to respond to criticism of radio news restrictions

After an investigation, India’s Supreme Court has asked the Indian Government to explain its decision to prevent FM stations from airing their own news.

Sudan becomes fourth country to sign Declaration on Media Freedom

Sudan has joined three other countries in the Arab World in a pledge to respect and protect media freedom and the right to information.

Egypt passes new law to keep media in check

New media law in Egypt paves the way for a new Supreme Council to regulate and control the media, raising further press freedom concerns.

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Controversial defamation penalties revealed in the Maldives

Freedom of expression and media independence take another blow in the Maldives as the government brings controversial Defamation Act penalties into effect.

Indian Government halts ban on NDTV

The Hindi news channel was supposed to be suspended for a day on Wednesday but the government put the ban on hold as it waits for the Supreme Court response.

EBC’s situation contested in public hearing

After the recent changes and government interference, former members of the Brazilian public broadcaster met with Parliament to debate its current situation.

Further measures undermine public media in Brazil

The government’s decision to wipe out the EBC Board of Trustees further derails the public broadcaster's freedom and independence.