Pacific Freedom Forum (PFF)

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WPFD PFF statement: Robert Iroga to lead Pacific article 19 watchdog

PFF continues to stand with media colleagues around the world and more specifically in the Pacific to observe this year’s theme, “Journalism under digital siege”.

PNG: EMTV suspension of Sincha Dimara must be reversed

The suspension decision followed allegations from MNL managers questioning why EMTV was reporting on court proceedings against Australian businessman Jamie Pang. Sincha Dimara explained the coverage was not in contempt, but was routine editorial coverage of Pang as a foreign investor, businessman, and sporting personality.

Pacific Freedom Forum condemns mistreatment of Solomon Islands media during protests

Journalists were attacked while covering protests in Solomon Islands.

Vanuatu's newly elected Prime Minister Bob Loughman and the newly constituted Parliament, 19 April 2020, Facebook/USP Law

Vanuatu: Legislative changes raise media freedom concerns

The Pacific Freedom Forum has warned that legislative amendments passed by the Vanuatu Parliament could be used to attack journalists who publish critical reports on politicians and government policies.

Pacific Freedom Forum red flags new Tonga media regulations

The eight regulations were issued by Tonga’s Ministry of Communications in an infringement notice via the Ministry of Information and Communications. Media groups said the regulations undermine the Constitutional provision guaranteeing press freedom.

University of the South Pacific told to explain ‘unprecedented’ expulsion of journalists

Journalists were barred from entering the main campus of the University of the South Pacific where protests have been organized against alleged financial irregularities.

Pacific governments urged to partner with newsrooms and stay open on COVID-19

Pacific Freedom Forum urged governments in the region to partner with the media in informing the public about COVID-19 instead of imposing restrictions on social commentary.

Pacific Freedom Forum calls for transparency after suspensions at Tonga Broadcasting Commission

The manager and two staffers of the Tonga public broadcaster were suspended over a series of allegations, including attempts to incite distrust against the prime minister and the government.