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Analyzing the State of Afghan Journalism

Analyzing the State of Afghan Journalism

By Hasmat Vejdani and Amit Kumar
The Federation of Afghan Journalists in Exile reports that the return of the Taliban has led to a substantial reduction in activity among Afghanistan’s once-vibrant media.

Kyrgyz Court Cancels Case Against RFE/RL’s Radio Azattyk

Kyrgyz Court Cancels Case Against RFE/RL’s Radio Azattyk

By Catherine Putz
A settlement agreement was reportedly reached between the broadcaster and the Ministry of Culture, paving the way for Azattyk’s unblocking.
RFE/RL Is the Canary in the Coal Mine for Kyrgyzstan

RFE/RL Is the Canary in the Coal Mine for Kyrgyzstan

By Jamie Fly
Recent actions by the Kyrgyz government are placing the country’s vibrant media – and, by extension, its democracy – at risk.

Asian Nations Among the Worst Jailers of Journalists: Report

Asian Nations Among the Worst Jailers of Journalists: Report

By Sebastian Strangio
According to Reporters Without Borders, 2022 saw a record number of media workers detained globally.

Imprisoned Vietnamese Journalist Garlanded by Press Freedom Group

Imprisoned Vietnamese Journalist Garlanded by Press Freedom Group

By Sebastian Strangio
Pham Doan Trang is currently serving a nine-year prison sentence for conducting “propaganda against the State.”

Will the Marcos Government Uphold Media Freedom?

Will the Marcos Government Uphold Media Freedom?

By Mong Palatino
Judging from the recent election campaign and the new president's first two weeks in office, the signs are not good.

Report Documents Continued Narrowing of Political Space in the Asia-Pacific

Report Documents Continued Narrowing of Political Space in the Asia-Pacific

By Sebastian Strangio
According to the CIVICUS Monitor, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be used as a pretext to restrict civic space.
6 Out of 10 ASEAN Leaders Listed in RSF’s Gallery of ‘Press Predators’

6 Out of 10 ASEAN Leaders Listed in RSF’s Gallery of ‘Press Predators’

By Luke Hunt
In Myanmar, “terror is back” – and the same can be said for much of Asia.

Southeast Asian Journalists Recognized With International Awards

Southeast Asian Journalists Recognized With International Awards

By Sebastian Strangio
Two journalists' work encapsulates both the resilience of the region’s media, and the increasing threats to its survival.

How to Control the Masses by Silencing the Press

How to Control the Masses by Silencing the Press

By Emilie Lehmann-Jacobsen
Press freedom is at a low in Southeast Asia – and the region’s governments all seem to be following the same playbook.

Uzbek Media Outlet Pushes Back on Government Pressure

Uzbek Media Outlet Pushes Back on Government Pressure

By Catherine Putz
In their post addressing the communication agency's letter, Kun.uz said it “gave off an air of the ‘old’ Uzbekistan.”
In Southeast Asia, Press Freedom Takes a Turn for the Orwellian

In Southeast Asia, Press Freedom Takes a Turn for the Orwellian

By David Hutt
Increasingly, journalists are being prosecuted not for publishing falsehoods – but for the potential consequences of their reporting.

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