Articles by Aliansi Jurnalis Independen/Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI)
Indonesia urged to respect and uphold human rights of Papuan people
Civil society groups ask the Indonesian government to lift restrictions on internet access and commit itself to protecting the human rights of Papuans.
Indonesian president urged to side with Baiq Nuril and other victims of sexual violence
Many online sexual harassment cases are left unaddressed amidst the increasing number of victims voicing their concerns about sexual harassment.
Journalists assaulted during post-election riots in Indonesia
At least seven journalists were attacked after riots erupted during a protest against the election results in Indonesia.
Global solidarity for Rappler and Maria Ressa who vow to fight for a free press
Rappler CEO and Executive Editor Maria Ressa was arrested on 13 February 2019 for cyber libel regarding an article that was published in May 2012, four months before the Philippine Cyber Crime Prevention Act was signed into law. She was released after posting bail on 14 February.
Indonesian president grants remission to a journalist’s murderer
AJI said the president’s decision to reduce Susrama’s sentence has obstructed justice. In 2010, he had been found guilty of being the mastermind behind the killing of journalist Prabangsa.
Prevalence of violence and threat of downsizing undermine Indonesian media
Aliansi Jurnalis Independen documents violent attacks and threats of layoffs plaguing Indonesian media in the past year.
Pressure mounts on Cambodia a year after Kem Ley’s killing
On the one-year anniversary of the death of popular Cambodian activist Kem Ley, civil society organisations from around the world reiterated their call for an independent inquiry.
Asia & Pacific in three minutes
Maldivian bloggers harassed abroad, Australia spies, China collects, India leaks and South Asia’s shutdown.