Tag: Press Freedom

Investigations focus on police conduct during a farmers’ protest, as authorities review safeguards meant to protect working journalists

Media organizations say the incidents raise concerns over press safety and existing safeguards for journalists covering public demonstrations nationwide

Civil society groups say broad surveillance and secrecy provisions threaten public-interest reporting, source protection and humanitarian documentation nationwide

Journalists urge Congress to pursue platform transparency, stronger public access to information and safeguards for independent reporting nationwide

Police commission opens probe as press groups challenge PNP account of journalists’ treatment during Pasay anti-US protest rally

Media organizations say the case highlights pressure on editors responsible for publishing commentary on politically active religious groups

International watchdogs say activists, journalists and Indigenous defenders continue facing threats, while accountability for abuses remains elusive

Media organizations and officials warn unsupported accusations against journalists risk eroding trust, safety, and democratic accountability

Detained journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio cites constitutional concerns and weak evidence in appeal of continued imprisonment pending review

Philippine journalists face mounting risks from legal cases, killings, and disinformation, raising concerns over press freedom and accountability