Asia Media Watch

 Published 7 months ago:  Floods and landslides in Southeast Asia disrupt media access, complicating humanitarian reporting amidst rising death tolls and devastated infrastructure.

 Published 7 months ago:  The Hong Kong apartment fire at Wang Fuk Court highlights challenges in media safety, crisis reporting, and fire code violations amidst tragedy.

 Published 7 months ago:  The Indian Supreme Court mandates a new regulatory framework for social media, emphasizing stronger oversight and content safety measures.

 Published 7 months ago:  China's former editor advises media restraint in light of escalating tensions with Japan amid intensified state censorship and control.

 Published 7 months ago:  UN experts express alarm over India's media crackdown following the Pahalgam attack, citing severe rights violations and repressive measures.

 Published 7 months ago:  A Tamil Nadu politician has been booked for threatening a journalist, highlighting the risks journalists face in local politics in India.

 Published 7 months ago:  Malaysia will ban social media accounts for individuals under 16 starting in 2026 to combat cyberbullying and online exploitation.

 Published 8 months ago:  The GIJC25 conference opens in Kuala Lumpur, highlighting press freedom concerns and the need for radical collaboration among journalists worldwide.

 Published 8 months ago:  Malaysia's PM Anwar Ibrahim calls for fair wages for journalists, addressing the industry's low pay and demanding government action to improve conditions.

 Published 8 months ago:  The raid on Kashmir Times highlights growing media pressure in Jammu and Kashmir, raising concerns among journalists and advocacy groups.

 Published 8 months ago:  Press freedom in Asia is declining as governments adopt China-style controls, threatening independent journalism and democratic accountability.

 Published 8 months ago:  The indictment of journalist Murray Hunter in Thailand raises urgent concerns about cross-border press freedom and transnational repression.

 Published 8 months ago:  An Australian journalist faces defamation charges in Thailand by Malaysia's MCMC for criticizing censorship, raising alarming press freedom concerns.

 Published 8 months ago:  Myanmar's military charges AAMIJ News under election protection law as journalist Myat Thu Kyaw remains jailed, drawing international condemnation.

 Published 8 months ago:  Reporters Without Borders has highlighted the alarming threats to journalists in Asia during its annual Press Freedom Awards, drawing global attention.

 Published 8 months ago:  Fiona O'Brien has been appointed as the new CPJ Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia, effective February 2026.

 Published 8 months ago:  Japanese publishers are taking legal action against AI companies over copyright disputes related to content training, calling for industry reforms.

 Published 8 months ago:  The OSCE hosted the 25th Central Asia Media Conference in Tashkent, focusing on media sustainability and press freedom challenges in the region.

 Published 8 months ago:  A Beijing court has upheld the espionage conviction of journalist Dong Yuyu, cementing a seven-year sentence amid rising government pressure on the press.

 Published 8 months ago:  Chinese state media escalates attacks on Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi over her remarks on Taiwan, reflecting rising cross-Strait tensions.

 Published 8 months ago:  The Philippines Court of Appeals clears journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio of civil forfeiture charges linked to the CPP-NPA, citing lack of evidence.

 Published 8 months ago:  Myanmar's military intensifies its crackdown on journalism, raising alarms from the UN and rights groups about censorship and repression.

 Published 8 months ago:  The CPJ has urged Indian authorities to investigate death threats against journalist Rana Ayyub and ensure her safety after alarming reports surfaced.

 Published 8 months ago:  Indonesia's agriculture minister is facing backlash over a lawsuit against Tempo, raising concerns about press freedom and investigative journalism.

 Published 8 months ago:  All About Macau Media is ceasing print and online operations due to rising pressure and legal challenges, marking a significant blow to independent journalism.

 Published 8 months ago:  Vietnamese authorities detained a BBC journalist, confiscating her passport during a visit by the leader to the UK, raising international alarm.

 Published 8 months ago:  Kyrgyzstan's court has declared Kloop and Temirov Live extremist, marking a historic crackdown on independent media and free expression.

 Published 8 months ago:  The IFJ and over 300 global unions urge ASEAN to reject Myanmar junta's fraudulent election planned for December 2025 ahead of the ASEAN Summit!