When attacks against journalists go unpunished, #MediaFreedom is on the line.

On International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI), I reaffirm the need for accountability and adherence to Ministerial Council Decision 3/18.

#EndImpunity #ProtectJournalists

OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media discusses importance of #MediaFreedom and independent journalism during official visit to Hungary

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🎙️In the latest episode of the #SafetyofJorunalists podcast series, Alexander Kashumov, Head of Legal at the Access to Information Programme, discusses how SLAPPs are used to intimidate journalists—and what can be done to combat them.

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I note that Hungarian MPs have postponed the vote on the bill “on the Transparency of Public Life.” During my visit to #Hungary, I urged for its revision. I stand ready to support in reviewing the draft to align it with OSCE and international #MediaFreedom commitments.

#Italy Ambassador Andrea Cascone sets the tone noting the importance of implementation of MC Decision 3/18 on Safety of Journalists and effectiveness of Italian national mechanism, the Coordination Centre on Acts of Intimidation against Journalists. "No journalist should feel abandoned"

Keynote speaker Einar Hålien ‪@schibsted.bsky.social‬ stresses the importance of close relationships of trust between news media and the people, media fundamental role to bring peace and security.
Our SEE Media Conference opened this morning in Sarajevo. Follow the livestream👇