COUNTRY REPORT
Running scared: Azerbaijan's silenced voices
The current state of freedom of expression in Azerbaijan is
alarming, as the cycle of violence against journalists and impunity for
their attackers continues; journalists, bloggers, human rights defenders
and political and civic activists face increasing pressure, harassment
and interference from the authorities; and many who express opinions
critical of the authorities – whether through traditional media, online,
or by taking to the streets in protest – find themselves imprisoned or
otherwise targeted in retaliation. Read more >
ORAL STATEMENT
Burma: Role of freedom of expression in democratisation processes
So today we are here in Yangon – present to offer our congratulations
for the important steps already taken, to highlight our concerns over
what has not yet been done, and, most importantly, to speak together
about the challenges that lie ahead.
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STATEMENT
ICCPR Anniversary: Opportunity for Protection of Freedom of Speech
On the occasion of the 36th anniversary of the International Covenant on
Civil and Political Rights entering into force, ARTICLE 19 calls for
Burma, Bhutan, China, Cuba, Malaysia, Qatar, Singapore and the United
Arab Emirates to ratify of the Covenant and guarantee the protection of
the rights enshrined in it on their territories, especially the right to
freedom of expression.
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PRESS RELEASE
Azerbaijan: Ensure Detained Journalists Access to Lawyer, Family
The Azerbaijani authorities should immediately allow two television
journalists facing criminal charges access to their lawyer and family,
and transfer them to a regular detention facility, Human Rights Watch
and Article 19 said.
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UPDATE
Defamation: Launch of paper.li digest
ARTICLE 19 has launched a paper-li digest of defamation stories
worldwide. If you are interested in defamation law news or want to be
informed about defamation cases, you can subscribe to our Defamation
Digest. Thanks to Paper.li you can stay tuned every week with everything
important about the balance between reputation and freedom of
expression.
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