Articles by Pacific Freedom Forum (PFF)
PFF welcomes rule of law in publisher assault
A magistrates court hearing was expected to decide whether charges against Infrastructure and Public Utilities Minister Harry Iauko Iaris over his alleged rold in the assault of “Daily Post” publisher Marc Neil-Jones will proceed.
Thirty IFEX members call on authorities to respect and protect free expression as the country descends into further uncertainty
The implications for journalists covering demonstrations are unclear, and their ability to move around freely and safely cannot be guaranteed.
PFF welcomes prompt police action over torching of journalist’s car
“In an environment where the professional and personal lives of those in the media can often be closely linked to the communities they cover, it’s important that journalists are able to work without concerns for their safety,” says PFF.
PFF welcomes fair use ruling on mining photos
“The judiciary in Papua New Guinea deserves praise for refusing to gag the use of photos,” said PFF.
PFF cites media freedom concerns following journalist’s termination, newspaper closure
A suit filed by “Palau Horizon” journalist Bernadette Carreon led to a Supreme Court ruling that a registration fee scheme by President Johnson Toribiong’s government was unconstitutional.
Over 100 organisations call on UN Human Rights Council to reject “defamation” and “denigration” of religions
At the 16th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council taking place from 28 February to 25 March 2011, groups urged their governments to support a resolution which omits “defamation” and “denigration” of religions and focuses on freedom of expression, freedom of religion and non-discrimination.
Publisher assaulted following controversial article on cabinet minister
Marc Neil Jones was left shaken and with visible injuries after he was struck to the head from behind, kicked, and strangled by his assailants during the assault, according to PFF.
Regime intimidation of journalists continues
Felix Chaudhary, a journalist for the “Fiji Times”, was taken in for questioning by military officers while covering a public function.