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Hong Kong s press freedom clampdown echoes around the world

news Hong Kong’s press freedom clampdown echoes around the world © Hong Kong Free Press Since my last press freedom round-up in early June, much has happened in Hong Kong. Apple Daily closed, the trial of the first person arrested under the National Security Law began, more democratic politicians have resigned their posts and others wait in jail for their court date. RTHK continues to cancel programming and scrubbing its archive, and threats to the free press arise both through potential new legislation and the effects of the National Security Law, now into its second year. © Hong Kong Free Press

Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism

Forty news organizations and over 300 individual journalists pledged to protect the 2022 elections from disinformation, cheating, corruption, partisan interests, and other threats to democracy.  They also committed to stand in solidarity with each other when news organizations or reporters face harassment over critical reportage of candidates and their campaigns.  The journalists gathered in a webinar on Saturday, July 17, and released a statement that underscores the role of independent media during another critical moment in the country. “Credible elections need credible media; conversely, corrupted media can further corrupt politics,” the pledge read.  Economist and columnist Solita Monsod, who hosted the webinar, emphasized the need to close ranks and uphold press freedom amid attacks under the current administration.

Pegasus: reaction to surveillance scandal highlights Hungarian government s tight media control

Pegasus: reaction to surveillance scandal highlights Hungarian government s tight media control
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