OSCE media freedom

Yesterday, @OSCE_RFOM Jan Braathu addressed the OSCE Permanent Council, highlighting the key role of free media for security 👇 bit.ly/4d1LCD8

OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media warns of structural shifts reshaping information and threatening democracy Read the full press statement👇 rfom.osce.org/representative…

I recently held constructive meetings to discuss the importance of public service media, the need for increased investment in public interest journalism, and my work in Central Asia, including an upcoming visit to Tajikistan 🇹🇯 next week.

OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Ambassador Jan Braathu, held National Focal Points Meeting on the Safety of Journalists and bilateral meetings in Bern Read the press statement 👇 rfom.osce.org/representative…

Ministerial Council Decision 3/18 on the Safety of Journalists was a reconfirmation & strengthening of commitments which shouldn’t remain on paper but be reflected in laws, policies & daily practice, I said at our Safety of Journalists National Focal Points meeting today in 🇨🇭.

Constructive meeting with OSCE Chairperson-in-Office & @SwissMFA 🇨🇭@ignaziocassis in Bern. We discussed the need to respect principles & commitments, address new challenges & the important role that #MediaFreedom plays as a key pillar of @OSCE’s comprehensive security approach.

#OSCE26CH | Insightful exchange today with @OSCE_RFoM Amb. Jan Braathu on safeguarding #freedomofexpression and strengthening free, democratic and pluralistic societies, while also emphasizing the importance of responsibility and accountability in the exercise of this fundamental freedom.

Today marks 5 years since 🇬🇷 journalist Giorgos Karaivaz was murdered outside his home. The case remains unsolved. I call on authorities to redouble efforts to end impunity through an effective investigation and full accountability.

Today marks 32 years since the tragic & unresolved death of journalist Radislava Dada Vujasinović in #Serbia. I renew my call on Serbian authorities to redouble their efforts to establish the full facts surrounding her death & deliver clarity & justice to her family & colleagues.

I note with concern the attacks against @derspiegel journalists in #Germany. I am encouraged to see a swift investigation - crucial to combating impunity for crimes against journalists. This is a key OSCE commitment also enshrined in MC Decision 3/18 on the safety of journalists.

Constructive meetings with various 🇪🇺 EU Institutions and partners based in Brussels. In all conversations there was a clear agreement that #MediaFreedom is central to democracy, and is integral to the EU’s agenda.

Constructive exchange with 🇪🇺Commissioner @HennaVirkkunen reinforcing that #MediaFreedom is essential both for democracy & security. Independent & ethical media underpins resilience & trust. Glad to strengthen synergies also on enhancing media freedom in the age of Big Tech & AI.

.@OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media concludes visit to Latvia, discusses key importance of media freedom for security 📄Read the press release👇 rfom.osce.org/representative…

If we want resilient societies, we need resilient media. If we want to defend democracy, we must ensure that those who inform the public can work freely, safely, and sustainably, I said at the event “ Turning words into action” in Brussels today.

🇱🇻 FM @Braze_Baiba and @OSCE_RFoM Jan Braathu reconfirm the importance of safeguarding freedom of the media and safety of journalists as cornerstones of democracy. Media literacy and countering disinformation remain especially crucial.