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Media Freedom Coalition statement concerning media freedom in Myanmar

Media Freedom Coalition statement concerning media freedom in Myanmar Diplomatic statement | 19-04-2021 The undersigned members of the Media Freedom Coalition express their deep concern with the continued efforts by Myanmar’s military and police to crack down on media freedom. Media freedom is a cornerstone of democratic societies. It is essential to the protection of ... Read More»

By | 19 April, 2021 | Topics: News | Tags: , , , , , , ,

U.S., partners urge Burma’s military to release journalists 

U.S., partners urge Burma’s military to release journalists   By Leigh Hartman – Apr 7, 2021 The United States and dozens of other countries are calling on Burma’s military to release all those unjustly detained, including imprisoned journalists, and end its violence against the Burmese people. “We are appalled by the escalating violence in Myanmar ... Read More»

By | 7 April, 2021 | Topics: Human Rights | Tags: ,

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U.S. Embassy Statement on Freedom of Speech

The Supreme Court’s ruling in Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo’s case is deeply disappointing.  These convictions, like the recent detention of filmmaker Min Htin Ko Ko Gyi and of the Peacock Generation Thangyat troupe, and the recent charges brought against editor U Ye Ni and other journalists, point to an increasing intolerance for free ... Read More»

By | 23 April, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: , ,

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U.S. Embassy Statement on Conviction of ‎Reuters Reporters Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo

U.S. Embassy Statement on Conviction of ‎Reuters Reporters Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo September 3, 2018 Today’s conviction of journalists Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo under the Official Secrets Act is deeply troubling for all who support press freedom and the transition toward democracy in Myanmar.  The American people have long stood with ... Read More»

By | 3 September, 2018 | Topics: News | Tags: ,

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