The document discusses freedom of the press in Pacific Asia. It defines freedom of the press as the ability to communicate through various media without government interference. Several countries in the region have laws protecting freedom of the press, though the level of government censorship and dangers to journalists vary significantly. Statistics from 2009 show the Philippines had the second highest number of journalist deaths, while North Korea, Burma, China, Vietnam and Thailand all engaged in censorship and harassment of journalists to some degree.
Its not easy being a journalist. Especially in my home country, Kenya. There are constant challenges around the profession, which highlights the effects of press freedom around the world.
Its not easy being a journalist. Especially in my home country, Kenya. There are constant challenges around the profession, which highlights the effects of press freedom around the world.
Freedom of the press is not the same as freedom of expressionMartin Hirst
This lecture discusses the concepts of freedom of expression, freedom of speech and freedom of the press. I argue they are not the same thing. I also talk about freedom of speech and freedom of the press under capitalism and conditions of class struggle. I am a Marxist, after all.
Executive Summary
Press suffered during the period of this study from many axes of violations, most notably of all is extrajudicial killizngs, where two new cases of murder were located, as well as the fabrication of charges against innocents in the case of Mayada Ashraf and trying to point fingers away from the police, despite the testimony of witnesses. That led so far to a sum number of 12 Martyrs of the press since June 30, 2013 until July 15, 2015. At another level photographers injuries represented (3 cases of serious injuries have been monitored in the report) the most important axis in the monitoring of firearm injuries, which means the lack of any safety standards for those who convey Event, the interior is the capital accused in the actions of shooting gunfire at photographers, according to the accounts of all the injured.
Among the most important images of violations also was the sentences based on fabricated charges against reporters, which became during the study period a sum of 2 death sentences, one of them in his presence, and 17 sentenced to life imprisonment, and with respect to arrest and detention there has been 36 cases, including 7 editors, and 17 arbitrarily detained cases to date. As well as the arrest and release of 16 cases over the circumstances of fabricated charges. In addition to 3 disappeared till now cases. It is unfortunate that a lot of arrests begins with enforced disappearance and then torture and fabrication of charges.
As well as the images of other violations, the increasing cases of unfair dismissal in media institutions lately - since the beginning of the year 2015- under the title of expenses-cutting , not to mention the abuses inside prisons, poor conditions and denial of treatment.
The Cute Cats Talk, an incarnation delivered at the Ford Foundation in November 2008. How web2.0 used for banal purposes provide "cover traffic" for activist uses and "raise the price" of censoring and blocking these tools for repressive governments.
Freedom of the press is not the same as freedom of expressionMartin Hirst
This lecture discusses the concepts of freedom of expression, freedom of speech and freedom of the press. I argue they are not the same thing. I also talk about freedom of speech and freedom of the press under capitalism and conditions of class struggle. I am a Marxist, after all.
Executive Summary
Press suffered during the period of this study from many axes of violations, most notably of all is extrajudicial killizngs, where two new cases of murder were located, as well as the fabrication of charges against innocents in the case of Mayada Ashraf and trying to point fingers away from the police, despite the testimony of witnesses. That led so far to a sum number of 12 Martyrs of the press since June 30, 2013 until July 15, 2015. At another level photographers injuries represented (3 cases of serious injuries have been monitored in the report) the most important axis in the monitoring of firearm injuries, which means the lack of any safety standards for those who convey Event, the interior is the capital accused in the actions of shooting gunfire at photographers, according to the accounts of all the injured.
Among the most important images of violations also was the sentences based on fabricated charges against reporters, which became during the study period a sum of 2 death sentences, one of them in his presence, and 17 sentenced to life imprisonment, and with respect to arrest and detention there has been 36 cases, including 7 editors, and 17 arbitrarily detained cases to date. As well as the arrest and release of 16 cases over the circumstances of fabricated charges. In addition to 3 disappeared till now cases. It is unfortunate that a lot of arrests begins with enforced disappearance and then torture and fabrication of charges.
As well as the images of other violations, the increasing cases of unfair dismissal in media institutions lately - since the beginning of the year 2015- under the title of expenses-cutting , not to mention the abuses inside prisons, poor conditions and denial of treatment.
The Cute Cats Talk, an incarnation delivered at the Ford Foundation in November 2008. How web2.0 used for banal purposes provide "cover traffic" for activist uses and "raise the price" of censoring and blocking these tools for repressive governments.
It is mainly the inhabitants of the global South who suffer from the effects of climate change. They are faced with the destruction of their living space and the violation of their human rights. At the same time, existing human rights standards offer the possibility of establishing points of reference during international climate negotiations to address such questions as adjustment programs designed to confront the effects of climate change, the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, technology transfers, and the future of development. As a frame of reference, human rights standards can serve to accurately evaluate policies and to pinpoint their failures, particularly regarding how these policies affect the world’s weakest inhabitants. This publication by the political scientist Theodor Rathgeber uses case examples to illustrate the dangers faced by indigenous peoples in particular, as well as the tools the UN human rights system gives them to support their struggle for just climate policies.
O novo relatório do Commitee to Protect Journalists revela que há 232 jornalistas presos em todo o mundo por acusações de terrorismo ou de crimes contra o Estado. É o maior número desde que a organização começou a recolher os dados em 1990
As of 2008 there are more internet journalists in prisons all over the world than print, tv, or radio. In some countries a journalist can be thrown in prison for years for a single offending word or photo. These professional journalist or citizen journalist who posts news, information, or commentary on the internet, implying criticism of a government or regime. are called cyber dissidents.
Conditions for media freedom deteriorated sharply in 2014 to their lowest point in 10 years, as journalists around the world faced mounting restrictions, here is how the situation is in Uganda.
Freedom of Expression in the Democratic WorldAniket Chauhan
The presentation discusses the fundamental importance of freedom of speech and expression in democratic societies. It emphasizes that this right allows individuals to express their views, opinions, beliefs, and convictions freely through various means such as speech, writing, and printing. The presentation highlights how freedom of expression is enshrined in the Indian Constitution and plays a crucial role in fostering informed citizens, holding those in power accountable, nurturing creativity across various fields, and ensuring fair elections. Additionally, it underscores the role of the media in providing accurate information, promoting transparency, and safeguarding democracy.
2. "To preserve the freedom of the human mind... and freedom of the press, every spirit should be ready to devote itself to martyrdom; for as long as we may think as we will and speak as we think, the condition of man will proceed in improvement." -Thomas Jefferson to William Green Munford, 1799.
3. CONCEPTUALIZATION FREEDOM OF PRESS To communicate through various mediums- including oral, written, and electronic media produced yet not limited to publishing and broadcasting- without interference from a state. Note: Preservation of such freedoms may exist through constitutional laws or otherwise legal standards protecting the freedom of press (ex: protection of the freedom of press found in the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.)
4. COMMUNICATIONS The freedom of the press can be mobilized through individual and or organized entities independent from governmental powers. Types of Media Newspapers Magazines Photojournalism Online news sites Television broadcasts Radio broadcasts Film/ Documentaries Purpose of the media- to serve as an informative outlet that seeks to obtain truth of unlimited subjects and to express that truth through communication tools
5. UNIVERSAL DECLARATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS "Everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference, and impart information and ideas through any media regardless of frontiers“ *Adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948 after WWII
6. SOURCES Freedom house press index measures the concept of press independence from state and economic influence in each country Reporters San Frontiers (1) covers journalist attacks, murders, harassments, expulsions (2) state monopolies interfering with TV and Radio, (3) Government imposed censorships upon media, (4) Difficulties foreign reporters face, and (5) overall independence of media from government The Committee to Protect Journalists tracks journalist deaths and detentions through independent research with working journalists all over the world. 1.www.freedomhouse.org 2. www.rsf.org 3. www.cpj.org 4. www.un.org
7. DATA 2009 Reports (CPJ) Philippines- 34 Journalists were killed Maguindanao Massacre. Ranked second most dangerous country to journalists concerning the reported deaths. Iraq is ranked as one. North Korea- Ranked as most censored country. Reporters smuggle news out of the country. Two U.S. journalists have been held for five months. Burma- Government censors all print publications, controls broadcasters. Ranked as worst country to be a blogger in. Eight journalists currently imprisoned. China- 24 journalists imprisoned as of December 2009, most online journalists. Issues include prolonged detentions without charges and vague charges including anti-state and revealing state secrets accusations. Vietnam- 300 cybercafés were set up with equipment and software tracking visits to banned web sites. Harassment and detention for bloggers is considered regular. Thailand- Heavily used lesemajeste laws criminalize criticism of royal family. Attempted assassination on Yellowshirt leader SondhiLimthongkul. Data Collection Focus: identifying press independence from governmental powers Only 17 % of the world's citizens live in countries that enjoy a free press. (FH Press Index) World Wide Stats In 2003 42 journalists were reported murdered and at least 130 journalists were imprisoned (RSF) Nondemocratic states have engaged in firing, blacklisting, imposing death threats, kidnapping, torturing, and assassinating journalists (CPJ)
9. FREEDOM HOUSE INDEX Politics/Economy/Law 2008 Free: Hong Kong 10/9/11 Japan 13/6/2 South Korea 12/9/9 Taiwan 7/6/7 Partly Free: Indonesia 22/15/17 Cambodia 22/19/19 East Timor 13/13/12 Philippines 23/11/11 Thailand 24/15/17 Not Free: Brunei 25/22/28 Burma 29/28/30 China 35/21/28 Laos 32/25/26 Malaysia 23/18/24 North Korea 39/29/30 Singapore 24/21/24 Vietnam 33/22/27