Articles by Inter American Press Association
Is new Mexican law for protection of minors a “Trojan horse”?
The IAPA’s concern over a proposed law for the protection of minors is based on legislative experience in the Americas, where many laws for the protection of minors have included restrictions of news content.
Venezuela creates new state newspapers while an independent paper closes
The Inter American Press Association expresses indignation at the announcement by Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro of the creation of two government newspapers at the same time that one of the pioneer papers in the country reported that it will cease publishing.
Exiled journalist remains target of Ecuadorian president’s criticism, threats of violence
President Rafael Correa’s lack of patience for journalists who dare to criticize his administration is no secret. Last week he incited violence against one journalist who has been the frequent target of his attacks.
Mexican state restricts media access to criminals
On July 30 the Sinaloa Congress unanimously approved changes to the law, among them a new Article 51-B that prohibits news media from accessing crime scenes and photographing, recording or filming criminals.
Ecuadorian government tries to impose conditions on media’s editorial criteria
The Council for Regulation and Development of Information and Communication posted a pronouncement, in which it expressed concern at the way news media was handling coverage of bill for a Monetary and Financial Code.
Criminal charge brought against Bolivian journalists who refused to reveal sources
A criminal charge was brought by the Bolivian government against two journalists from newspaper La Razón, accusing them of espionage for allegedly disclosing state secrets.
Argentinian media can’t publish stories on soccer star’s private life until end of World Cup
A judge has prohibited the Buenos Aires magazine Noticias, from publishing statements by Diego Maradona’s ex-wife about his private life. The ban also applies to “all public news media”.
Newspapers must pay damages to Panamanian naval company for “moral harm”
Five journalists and the publishing companies of newspapers La Estrella de Panamá and El Siglo were sentenced to pay high-level damages and face criminal charges for reports about alleged wrongdoing involving the Health Ministry and a naval services company.