H. Freedom of expression and the media

B. Freedom of expression and the media

IX. FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND THE MEDIA

100. Freedom of the media is officially guaranteed.

H. Freedom of expression and the media . 167 174 39

B. Freedom of expression and the media 129 134 30

IX. FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION AND THE MEDIA 47 57 14

(f) To lift all restraints on peaceful political activity, including guaranteeing freedom of association and freedom of expression, including freedom of the media

(ii) Denial of freedom of expression, including freedom of the media, of association, of assembly and of movement

Freedom of expression was also protected, and the media were independent.

Briefing meeting on freedom of expression, the press and the media

(g) To respect freedom of expression in the media and broadcasting, in particular the editorial independence of the media

The Special Rapporteur welcomes positive developments in freedom of the media, with increased competition between State and private media outlets.

(i) Freedom of thought, conscience, religion, belief, peaceful assembly and association, as well as freedom of expression, freedom of opinion, and free, independent and pluralistic media

(d) Freedom of opinion and expression, including access to State and independent media

82. In her last report, the Special Rapporteur expressed concern about freedom of the media and abuse of this freedom in Croatia.

Amendments contained in the new media ordinance infringe upon the right to freedom of expression.

The right to freedom of expression should be effectively protected, and media should be able to operate in conditions of genuine freedom and fairness.

with specific provisions elaborating on freedom of the press and access to the media, freedom of association, freedom of expression and political activity, as well as freedom of movement and residence. Ibid., Protocol III, sects. I III.

14. Stresses the importance of strengthening the free and pluralistic media, and deplores actions that seek to intimidate or restrict the freedom of the media

(d) To ensure full respect for freedom of opinion and expression, including freedom of the press in relation to all types of mass media, as well as freedom of association and assembly

(e) To ensure full respect for freedom of opinion and expression, including freedom of the press in relation to all types of mass media, as well as freedom of association and assembly

(e) To immediately lift all restraints on peaceful political activity and to fully guarantee freedom of expression, including freedom of the media, association and assembly

The media was given full freedom to publicize public opinion, including those critical to the bureaucracy.

These requirements could limit practical enjoyment of the right to freedom of expression by the media concerned.

The Government is also encouraged to consider ways to ensure that the process of introducing future legislation that may affect freedom of expression and media freedom is transparent.

Furthermore, it points to related subjects, such as intellectual property rights, cultural diversity and freedom of the media.

Freedom of the press and other mass media is guaranteed in article 3, including the right to seek, obtain, use and spread information through the press and other mass media.

63. Although the Croatian Constitution guarantees freedom of thought and expression, including free media outlets, the Government holds a virtual monopoly on broadcast outlets and distribution networks for printed media.

Peace and stability go hand in hand with human rights, the rule of law and freedom of the media.

Cooperation with the media in disseminating a culture of freedom of opinion and the right for individuals to be different

As the Secretary General said, press freedom is the key to strong media establishments in developed and developing countries alike .

As the Secretary General said, Press freedom is the key to strong media establishments in developed and developing countries alike.

(c) Promoting and protecting freedom of expression, freedom of the media, and freedom to seek, receive and impart information in order, inter alia, to improve the transparency of public institutions and policymaking procedures and enhancing the accountability of public officials

As regards the exercise of freedom of expression, the expansion of communications media, including the Internet, had laid them open to abuse, including the use of such media to disseminate racist propaganda.

(d) To lift all restraints on the peaceful political activity of all persons by, inter alia, guaranteeing freedom of peaceful assembly and association and freedom of opinion and expression, including for free and independent media, and to ensure unhindered access to media information for the people of Myanmar

It has unique institutions with strong mandates that deal with national minorities, freedom of the media, democratic institutions and human rights.

They are bullying others, while using their huge media resources to portray themselves as defenders of freedom, democracy and human rights.

As we have said previously, the amendments contained in the new Media Ordinance infringe the universal right to freedom of expression.

The Constitution guarantees freedom of movement, expression, and the media, as well as the right to property, peaceful assembly and asylum.

13. Stresses the importance of establishing, strengthening and expanding throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina a free and pluralistic media, and deplores any actions that seek to intimidate or restrict the freedom of the media

Recognizing the importance of all forms of the media, including the print media, radio, television and the Internet, in the exercise, promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression,

In the period covered by the report, there were several other attacks on the media and threats to freedom of the press.

Freedom of expression in the country was steadily expanding, with a dynamic press, media and film industry flourishing, and individual creativity encouraged.

Condemn any restrictions by Governments on the freedom of expression and, in particular, any economic pressure against the media and its journalists