Freedom of the Press 2007: Tunisia

As arbitrary decisions and government interference undermine judicial independence, citizens’ rights to a fair trial and freedom from discrimination are increasingly at risk.

Authorities are openly consolidating power, restricting media freedom, and stifling civil society, including by targeting journalists and bloggers.

Tunisian authorities are prosecuting 40 political opponents and activists on unfounded conspiracy charges, with key defendants denied fair trial rights and held in abusive pretrial detention.