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Bangladesh Urged to Reform Media Laws for Freedom

3/4/2025

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Article 19 calls on Bangladesh's Interim Government to revamp media laws, advocating for press freedom and journalist protection. They stress the importance of amending oppressive regulations, safeguarding female journalists, and boosting their salaries. In a climate of political control and self-censorship, the organization champions a media landscape that upholds democracy and human rights.

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Story summary

Article 19 calls on Bangladesh's Interim Government to revamp media laws, advocating for press freedom and journalist protection. They stress the importance of amending oppressive regulations, safeguarding female journalists, and boosting their salaries. In a climate of political control and self-censorship, the organization champions a media landscape that upholds democracy and human rights.