Kyrgyzstan: IPI calls on lawmakers to withdraw bill on insult and defamation

The IPI global network calls on members of the Kyrgyz parliament to vote against a proposed bill which would allow the Ministry of Interior to fine media, websites, and social media users for alleged insult and defamation. If approved by lawmakers, the law would allow for fines to be imposed without a court ruling. On … Continue reading Kyrgyzstan: IPI calls on lawmakers to withdraw bill on insult and defamation