Defiant cartoonists, detained foreign journalists, and ‘recalcitrant’ activists: December in Asia-Pacific
A roundup of key free expression news in Asia, based on IFEX member reports.
Jolovan Wham: Singapore’s ‘recalcitrant’ activist
Singaporean activist Jolovan Wham is charged with committing seven offences for allegedly organizing illegal assemblies. The police accused him of being a ‘recalcitrant’ who has “repeatedly shown blatant disregard for the law.” In an email interview with the author, Wham explains how Singapore’s highly restrictive laws curb free speech.
Ending impunity and defending democracy: November in Asia-Pacific
A roundup of key free expression news in Asia, based on IFEX member reports.
Vietnamese artist Mai Khoi defiant after eviction for Trump protest
Vietnamese artist Mai Khoi was evicted from her house hours after she raised a protest banner in Hanoi while United States President Donald Trump’s motorcade was passing.
Death is not the end: Keeping Kem Ley’s message alive
“Wipe your tears, continue your journey,” a quote made famous by activist Kem Ley, is becoming the rallying cry of a growing number of Cambodians embracing his legacy.
Blocked, banned and muzzled: Asia’s tough month
A roundup of key free expression news in Asia, based on IFEX member reports.
Media murders, illegal anonymity & toxic politics: September in Asia/Pacific
A roundup of key free expression news in Asia, based on IFEX member reports.
Historic court victories on right to privacy in India and LGBTQI+ in South Korea
A roundup of key free expression news in Asia, based on IFEX member reports.
Death in custody of a Nobel laureate, sentencing bloggers, and Pakistan’s UN review
A roundup of key free expression news in Asia, based on IFEX member reports.
After Liu Xiaobo: Tributes, ramped-up censorship, and calls to free Liu Xia
After his death, not only was Liu’s name censored on social media platforms, even phrases containing the word “thunder” – a homophone for “tears” in Chinese – and the candle emoji were removed by censors.