The IPI global network condemns the Cambodian government’s order to block access to the websites and social media accounts of news outlets and a public database in advance of the country’s July 23 general election. Such actions are in direct contravention of democratic principles and Cambodian and international law. IPI calls on Prime Minister Hun […]

The IPI global network condemns plans by Myanmar’s military junta to sue two independent media outlets, Democratic Voice of Burma (DVB) and Mizzima, for broadcasting fees incurred prior to the military coup in February 2021. Since the junta took power, independent media has faced an extreme crackdown, including the jailing of journalists and closure of […]

The IPI global network is dismayed by the decision of Morocco’s highest court rejecting the appeals of two journalists, Omar Radi and Soulaimane Raissouni, who were convicted on sexual assault charges widely considered to be politically motivated.  The Court of Cassation today upheld a six-year prison term for Radi and a five-year term for Raissouni […]

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