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Criminalization of disinformation threatens freedom of expression

Academia 2 years ago

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Criminalization of disinformation threatens freedom of expression

As a state party to the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR), Indonesia is obliged to respect and ensure the right to freedom of expression and information.

Chief Editors Forum calls for Jokowi's neutrality ahead of elections

Politics 2 years ago

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Chief Editors Forum calls for Jokowi's neutrality ahead of elections

The Chief Editors Forum has called for President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo’s neutrality in the 2024 elections, expressing concerns over nepotism and dynastic politics following the controversial appointment of the President's eldest son Gibran Rakabuming Raka as vice presidential candidate.

Media should not be afraid to criticize the government: Anwar Ibrahim

Asia & Pacific 3 years ago

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Media should not be afraid to criticize the government: Anwar Ibrahim

Speaking during Malaysia's third National Journalists Day (Hawana), Anwar, who was elected into office late last year, said he encouraged the media to get rid of the old culture of writing in favor of the ruling government.

Indonesia needs to be more open, not less, to foreign media

Academia 3 years ago

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Indonesia needs to be more open, not less, to foreign media

Unfortunately, the current policy toward foreign journalists intending to work here, whether on a short visit or to reside, is not supportive of Indonesia’s quest to play a bigger and more active role on the global stage.

Indonesia drafts law enabling media to receive payments from digital platforms

Politics 3 years ago

Indonesia drafts law enabling media to receive payments from digital platforms

The new regulation is expected to level the playing field between media and tech firms in terms of providing content and generating profit, said Arif Zulkifli, a member of the Press Council.

Press freedom and its enemies

Editorial 3 years ago

Press freedom and its enemies

In Indonesia, as in many other parts of the world, media freedom continues to be under assault from many quarters.

Prince Harry says UK royals got into bed with tabloid press 'devil'

Entertainment 3 years ago

Prince Harry says UK royals got into bed with tabloid press 'devil'

He told Britain's ITV he had fled Britain with his family for California in 2020 "fearing for our lives" and said he no longer recognised his father or his elder brother Prince William, the heir to the throne.

Press activist slams appointment of ex-journalist as police official

Society 3 years ago

Press activist slams appointment of ex-journalist as police official

AJI and LBH Pers have condemned the police for appointing a former journalist as a sub-precinct police in Central Java.

Journalists have much to lose if Twitter dies

Americas 3 years ago

Journalists have much to lose if Twitter dies

Few will lose as much as journalists if Twitter dies, having grown reliant on its endless sources and instant updates despite the dangers and distortions that come with it.

Chief Editors Forum celebrates 10 years amid calls for increased accountability

Society 4 years ago

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Chief Editors Forum celebrates 10 years amid calls for increased accountability

The Chief Editors Forum is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year with a reaffirmation of its commitment to the free press.

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