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Thousands of journalists have fled homelands due to repression, threats and conflict: UN expert Irene Khan

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“Thousands of journalists have fled their home countries in recent years to escape political repression, save their lives and escape conflict – but in exile they are often vulnerable to physical, digital and legal threats,” a U.N. investigator said on May 22. Irene Khan said in a report to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)…

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Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously approve law that gives government more power to curb dissent

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A lawmaker holds a copy of the proposed Safeguarding National Security Bill during the second reading of the Basic Law Article 23 legislation at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, on March 19, 2024. | Photo Credit: AP Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously approved a new national security law on March 19 that grants the government…

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