Asia Media Watch

 Published 6 months ago:  AMSO condemned arrests and the deportation of Afghan journalists by Pakistani police in Islamabad, calling the actions illegal and a threat to press freedom.

 Published 6 months ago:  High Court hearings began to sentence Jimmy Lai and co-defendants convicted under Hong Kong's national security law, with potential life terms and implications for press freedom.

 Published 6 months ago:  UNESCO warns South Korea's new 'fake news' law uses vague definitions and broad enforcement powers that could erode press freedom and spur self-censorship.

 Published 6 months ago:  Arunachal journalists urged CM Pema Khandu to implement the delayed working journalists' pension scheme and recognise district press clubs.

 Published 6 months ago:  Indonesia's new criminal code took effect in early January, prompting concern from rights groups and journalists over free speech, protest rules, and broad legal provisions under the updated KUHP.

 Published 6 months ago:  Indonesian journalists in Aceh condemn an army officer for seizing a reporter's phone during a peaceful flood protest, calling it unlawful intimidation and urging stronger press protection.

 Published 6 months ago:  JournalismPakistan has become the media partner of Asia Ink Expo 2026, a leading international ink industry event focusing on sustainable, water-based printing innovations.

 Published 6 months ago:  The Punjab and Chandigarh Journalists Union condemns cybercrime FIRs against journalists and activists as an attack on press freedom and expression.

 Published 6 months ago:  Pakistani journalist Adnan Aamir's report on the May 2025 air conflict was recognized as the most-read South Asia story by Nikkei Asia.

 Published 6 months ago:  Press freedom violations in Nepal surged in 2025, with a reported 139 incidents affecting numerous journalists and media outlets.

 Published 6 months ago:  Ain o Salish Kendra's report reveals 381 journalist abuse cases in Bangladesh during 2025, highlighting severe threats to media freedom.

 Published 6 months ago:  China's intensified crackdown on press freedom silences moderate voices and raises risks for independent journalism, affecting local and foreign reporters.

 Published 6 months ago:  Chinese authorities threaten detention for those sharing Uyghur-language songs in Xinjiang, extending censorship beyond political material.

 Published 6 months ago:  The Afghanistan Journalists Center reports 205 media freedom violations in 2025, highlighting the risks journalists face in the country.

 Published 6 months ago:  Bangladesh politicians accuse the interim administration of failing to protect media houses amid attacks, raising serious concerns about press freedom.

 Published 6 months ago:  Journalists in Bangladesh face increased online threats amid rising violence against media organizations ahead of the February 2026 elections.

 Published 6 months ago:  Kashmiri journalist Irfan Mehraj marks over 1,000 days in detention as calls for his release intensify from press freedom groups.

 Published 6 months ago:  South Korea's National Assembly has enacted new laws imposing strict penalties on media for false reporting, aiming to combat misinformation.

 Published 6 months ago:  Civil society groups, including CPJ, urge swift investigations into attacks on Bangladesh media, highlighting threats to free expression and democracy.

 Published 6 months ago:  China implements new regulations prohibiting the sharing of obscene content on private messaging services, extending its content control measures.

 Published 6 months ago:  Indonesian journalists urge fair policies to support media independence amid economic and technological challenges facing the industry.

 Published 6 months ago:  In 2025, Indian media's focus on Pakistan intensified, framing relations through nationalism during military tensions and sports events.

 Published 7 months ago:  Journalists in Dhaka protested against attacks on Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, raising concerns over media safety and press freedom.

 Published 7 months ago:  Reporters Without Borders highlights the role of OpIndia in online harassment campaigns that threaten journalists' safety and press freedom.

 Published 7 months ago:  The recent unrest in Bangladesh has intensified pressure on independent press, raising serious concerns about journalist safety and press freedom.

 Published 7 months ago:  A Hong Kong court has begun examining a wrongful dismissal lawsuit by ex-Wall Street Journal reporter Selina Cheng, linked to her union activities.

 Published 7 months ago:  India has officially dismissed Bangladeshi media reports on a recent protest, labeling them as misleading and factually incorrect amidst rising tensions.

 Published 7 months ago:  Bangladesh's press freedom is increasingly threatened by legal, digital, and physical risks, impacting journalists beyond political protests.