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Concerns for Press Freedom Due to New Government Bill

April 17, 2025

A new government bill raises concerns about press freedom, as it allows for abusive surveillance of journalists. The draft stipulates that journalists' sources will not be protected, and journalistic confidentiality can be violated. Journalists fear they will be compelled to disclose their sources, leading to negative consequences for freedom of information. Reactions from the journalistic community have already begun.