Internet Censorship Looms in Kyrgyzstan
Draft law would allow authorities to block websites deemed to contain inaccurate information, with no need for a court ruling.
Draft law would allow authorities to block websites deemed to contain inaccurate information, with no need for a court ruling.
Legislation used to intimidate those highlighting government mishandling of the emergency.
Fears that state is using emergency to limit press freedom.
Reporters face government smokescreens, nationwide closures and “insane” stress levels.
Political groupings still maintain a tight hold on the country’s broadcast scene.
Survey shows that ability to identify misinformation remains poor.
The media must learn to interpret the evolving digital dialectic of global unrest.
New broadcaster will aim to combat propaganda while winning hearts and minds.
A personal note by Anthony Borden, Executive Director of the Institute for War & Peace Reporting.