Articles by Thai Journalists Association
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Thai media faced “interference and slowdown” in 2018
The Thai Journalists Association said freedom of expression remains under threat in Thailand.
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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.
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Shots fired at journalist’s car in Bangkok
Shots were fired at a Thai journalist’s car in what is believed to be a work-related incident.
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Malaysian MPs should reject restrictive amendments to internet and communications law
IFEX members and regional partners urge Malaysian MPs to ensure media laws are in line with international standards on online freedom of expression and access to information.
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A tough start to the year: January in the Asia & Pacific region
From lethal attacks on the media in Afghanistan and Pakistan, to the case of the missing Hong Kong publishers, to a campaign to block government interference with Australia’s national broadcaster, we present a month of events that are changing the free expression landscape in the region.
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Martial law lifted in Thailand, but tougher measures in place
Thailand may have nominally ended martial law on 1 April but the new powers are just as sweeping and intimidating.
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Thai journalists call for revocation of oppressive media laws
The National Council for Peace and Order is urged to immediately revoke Thailand’s oppressive media laws. The call comes amid continued pressure on the media and journalists since the beginning of the year with the declaration of Martial Law.
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South East Asian media unite to combat impunity, censorship and wage insecurity
The South East Asian Journalists Unions (SEAJU) have taken a united stand to combat the rampant state of impunity for journalist attacks in the region and to jointly advocate for a free and vibrant independent media.