Armenia: Media Restrictions To Be Lifted?
The Armenian Observer reports that restrictions on the media under the current stage of emergency might now be eased. News reports indicate that because there have been few violations of the emergency regulations, the outgoing president might allow media outlets to return to normal operation. Well, given the appalling state of most of the pro-opposition and pro-government media, perhaps not “normal” operation:
According to the President, the decree will clearly indicate the activities which the mass media should avoid. It particularly refers to publication of obvious lies and provocative information.
- Published:
- 03.13.08 / 12am by Onnik
- Category:
- Armenia, Armenia Presidential Election 2008, Censorship, Freedom of Speech, Media, News Briefs, Revolution
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…and hopefully they won’t arrest me the moment I lend in the Armenian airport :))))))
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