PRESS RELEASE
Japan: Concern at government snub of UN Expert
ARTICLE 19 is disappointed that the Government of Japan has, at the last minute, cancelled the visit of David Kaye, the UN Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression. The Government claimed that it was not able to schedule meetings with officials, having themselves invited him for an official visit months previously. Read more >STATEMENT
Iran: Privacy and censorship fears around Telegram messaging app
There are emerging concerns about privacy and government interference with Iran’s most used messaging app, Telegram. Lack of transparency, and contradictory statements from Telegram and the Iranian authorities, have raised questions about the level of security of communications made via the app, fostering fears of interception and censorship for journalists, human rights defenders, and citizens alike.
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PRESS RELEASEUganda: Attacks and Impunity in run-up to electionsARTICLE 19 is concerned with the increased attacks on journalists as Uganda prepares for the February 2016 elections. We call upon the government to hold policemen who have attacked journalists accountable, and to ensure that rights of journalists are protected.
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REPORT
Country Report: The Right to Information in Pakistan
In October 2002, President Musharraf promulgated the Freedom of Information Ordinance 2002 (FOI Ordinance), largely at the initiative of the Asian Development Bank.
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Indonesia: President must address concerns around media freedom
An international delegation of media and freedom of expression organisations met with the Indonesian government in Jakarta to discuss the state of media in the country. It highlighted concerns regarding journalist safety and an environment that poses significant threats to freedom of expression.
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UN General Assembly: Member states urged to support Human Rights in Iran
ARTICLE 19 has signed a joint letter calling upon UN General Assembly members states to vote in favour of a Resolution on the promotion and protection of human rights in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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