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EMFA Enforces Media Independence Amid Censorship Concerns

9/5/2025

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The European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) became effective on August 8, 2025, promoting media independence amid concerns of censorship and surveillance.
In Serbia, political interference poses risks to independent media, especially N1, with reported journalist intimidation.
Malta's Prime Minister expresses support for journalism despite low press freedom rankings and hostility towards reporters.
The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) calls on Serbia to uphold media independence and stop smear campaigns against journalists.

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The European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) became effective on August 8, 2025, promoting media independence amid concerns of censorship and surveillance.
In Serbia, political interference poses risks to independent media, especially N1, with reported journalist intimidation.
Malta's Prime Minister expresses support for journalism despite low press freedom rankings and hostility towards reporters.
The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) calls on Serbia to uphold media independence and stop smear campaigns against journalists.