Articles by ARTICLE 19
Hong Kong: Stop legal threats and ensure safety of missing journalist
“Chinese authorities must immediately disclose journalist Minnie Chan’s whereabouts and ensure her wellbeing,” said Michael Caster, ARTICLE 19’s Asia Digital Programme Manager.
Western Europe: Protect the right to protest and dissent, even during a time of war
“As the humanitarian catastrophe continues to unfold in Gaza, and increasingly in the West Bank, there must be freedom to voice opinions and to protest everywhere” – ARTICLE19
Vietnam: Internet freedom critical for the right to development
The right to development in Vietnam is currently threatened by the government’s efforts to restrict public space, particularly online.
Yemen: Rights groups condemn ongoing internet blocking and censorship
In the first quarter of 2023, Yemen experienced a total of 12 reported internet shutdowns.
Europe: Tackling content about Gaza and Israel must respect rule of law
CSOs urge European Commissioner Thierry Breton to respect due process when enforcing the DSA in the context of the ongoing armed conflict and violence against civilians in the Gaza Strip and Israel.
An uncertain future for Polish journalism
Ahead of elections, a new report explores how media capture and the widespread use of vexatious lawsuits have been used to create a hostile climate for independent journalism.
ARTICLE19 at the UN: Statement on propaganda for war and free expression
“By its very nature, propaganda for war is a freedom of expression issue. The concept overlaps with other aspects of freedom of expression, including incitement to violence and other freedom of expression restrictions under international human rights law.”
Malta: Government must publish Committee of Experts on Media report
The Committee of Experts on Media, the body set up to implement the recommendations of the Public Inquiry into the assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia, submitted their report, which includes an analysis of anti-SLAPP legislation, to the Prime Minister in July.