Led by Pacific journalists since August 2008, for the Human Right to Free Speech, expression and sharing of information using all forms of media: Article 19.

Joined June 2009
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The UN warns defamation/libel cases are a 'misuse' of justice, wearing down newsrooms with hugely disproportionate penalties --help Pacific journos get on with the vital job of keeping our communities informed. Your donations are appreciated. gofund.me/62f016fc @IFJGlobal
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#PalauMediaCouncil issues statement on #defamation suit led by President's family business against leading publisher -- See pacificfreedomforum.com/pala…

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#Palau defamation and tax laws are about to undergo public scrutiny in the wake of a civil suit against news publisher Leilani Reklai by #Surangel and Sons. The company has also banned the sale of #IslandTimes across its outlets. #Article19Pacific @IFEX @ifjasiapacific
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Palau’s largest newspaper is being sued for defamation by the company of the President’s father, just days ahead of general elections in the Pacific nation. The paper’s editor says it’s an intimidation tactic. benarnews.org/english/news/p…
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Resources for journos covering Pacific marine pollution and all sinkings historical and current across our region.
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Kudos to @solsmasi for its leadership and commitment from veteran journalists of the Pacific to enable strong national collective strength for news workers. Well done @ginakekea and @EremaeOfani
Thank you @solsmasi . It's been an honor to serve as President (2020 to 2024) through geopolitical waters, CV19, 21 riots & many more. So happy to handover to @EremaeOfani to lead the team onwards 🙌🏽
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In Oslo at the Global Freedom of Expression meeting. AWEsome!
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