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Cambodia: Human Rights Council must urge action to uphold the right to freedom of expression

Cambodia: Human Rights Council must urge action to uphold the right to freedom of expression
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Malaysia: Protesters and government critics face new wave of harassment by authorities


Malaysia: Protesters and government critics face new wave of harassment by authorities
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A recent surge in police harassment and criminal proceedings against activists, journalists, and peaceful protesters threatens human rights and undermines public health during the COVID-19 pandemic, said ARTICLE 19. The freedom to discuss public affairs and criticise officials is essential to ensure government effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability. The Malaysian government must stop targeting government critics and ensure that Malaysians can enjoy fundamental freedoms during the pandemic.
“In Malaysia, police harassment of journalists and activists is positively correlated with the volume and vigour of critical speech directed at the government. Protests and social media commentary are often followed by investigations and criminal charges,” said Matthew Bugher, ARTICLE 19’s Head of Asia Programme. “It is no surprise that this wave ....

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Thailand: Proposed initiatives to combat 'fake news' undermine freedom of expression


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Anti-government protesters hold photos of political commentator Pavin Chachavalpongpun (C) and ex-Reuters journalist Andrew MacGregor Marshall at a rally in Bangkok, 16 August 2020, LILLIAN SUWANRUMPHA/AFP via Getty Images
ARTICLE 19 said the proposed new regulations would add to a number of existing mechanisms to monitor and punish vaguely defined ‘fake news’.
This statement was originally published on article19.org on 11 June 2021.
Proposed government initiatives to address ‘fake news’ would further curtail digital rights and freedom of expression in Thailand, said ARTICLE 19. In recent weeks, the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (MDES) has disclosed plans, including new regulations under the Computer Crimes Act, that would tighten governmental control over social media platforms and impose additional barriers to online expression. The Ministry should abandon these efforts in favour of an approach that respects the ....

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