The International Press Institute (IPI), a global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists for press freedom, today condemned the decision of the Thai government to charge three journalists from Myanmar, who fled the military crackdown in their country. According to media reports, three journalists and two activists, who sought refuge in Thailand, have […]

A little more than three months have passed since the military seized power in Myanmar at the beginning of February. To stifle protests and silence criticism, the military junta has intensified its crackdown on independent media outlets and journalists. For local journalists every day is a fight for their lives as well as for freedom […]

Since the military coup in Myanmar in early February, the regime has shut down many media houses and arrested at least 80 journalists, of whom 45 remain behind bars. Owing to these increasing threats many journalists are preparing to leave the country, while banned media organizations are trying to set up offices overseas to continue […]

The International Press Institute (IPI), a global network of editors, media executives and leading journalists for press freedom, today vehemently condemned the brutal crackdown and ongoing repression of journalists in Myanmar and demanded the immediate release of all journalists arrested for carrying out their professional duties. On Wednesday 21 April, political activists in Myanmar initiated […]