Freedom of the Press 2007: Ecuador
20 February 2008
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Recent articles in Ecuador
Protection mechanisms: RSF report analyses journalist safety programs in five Latin American countries
Since 2000, at least 338 journalists have been killed in the region, highlighting the urgent need for protection mechanisms to counter systemic violence. In a new report, RSF analysed journalist protection programs in the region, reaffirming its commitment to addressing the escalating threats against journalists.
Ecuador: Two journalists who revealed corruption and drug trafficking forced into exile
Ecuador has become dangerous for journalists investigating corruption cases at the highest levels of state power.
Authorities must urgently protect reporters from escalation in violence in Ecuador
Since the end of July, RSF has recorded at least six cases of attacks on journalists investigating the corruption surrounding the security crisis linked to the rise of organized crime in the country.