International Journalism

Cambodia’s Newspapers Emerge From a Repressive Era

Lacking international pressure, radio and television in Cambodia remain under state control.

Free Enterprise but Not Freedom of the Press

In Vietnam, self-censorship and government scrutiny muffle journalists.

In Burma, a Repressive Regime Controls the Press

Burmese reporters require ‘great courage to adhere to the principles of journalism.’

Virtual Democracy in Malaysia

‘…the Internet has helped put press freedom on the front burner.’

Southeast Asia’s Electronically Charged Media Revolution

The author of ‘Electronic Tigers of Southeast Asia’ describes how media technology affects government and the press.
New Media Played a Role in the People’s Uprising

New Media Played a Role in the People’s Uprising

Alternative forms of communication forced mainstream media to do their job.

Southeast Asian Media Struggle to be Free

Many journalists confront intimidation and government control but for some more freedom brings awareness of the need for better investigative skills.

Arab Women Media Center

RELATED ARTICLE“Breaking Down Barriers in the Arab Media”– Naomi SakrIn December 1999, the Arab Women Media Center (AWMC) was launched in Jordan. Its mission is to assist women who work…

Breaking Down Barriers in the Arab Media

Women activists have shown that obstacles to progress take many forms.

Moving Coverage Beyond a Woman’s Veil

In Iran, important stories about women are submerged by inaccurate assumptions.