media freedom

media freedom

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Independent commission planned for media sector: Info minister

Internal self-criticism as important as press freedom, says Mahfuz Anam

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan. Photo: Collected

Govt working on new framework to ensure media freedom, objectivity: Info minister

BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. File Photo: Collected

Media freedom essential for development of democracy: Fakhrul

Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan at a discussion marking Language Martyrs’ Day and International Mother Language Day at the Barishal Shilpakala Academy. 21 February 2026. Photo: PID

Govt to play responsible role in protecting media freedom, journos' welfare: Info minister

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ARTICLE 19 warns of threat to media freedom over 'rushed' ordinances

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Political pressure, economic insecurity threaten media freedom: Speakers

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Mob attacks stem from impunity, failure to protect media freedom: UN expert

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Rights groups warn of shrinking democratic space in Bangladesh

New Age Editor and Editors' Council President Nurul Kabir speaks at a talk show. Photo: Screengrab from video

A part of govt, or govt as a whole, allowed this to happen: Nurul Kabir on attacks on Prothom Alo, Daily Star

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Media freedom improved significantly in Bangladesh under interim govt, US State Dept reports

Govt rejects NOAB's claims, reaffirms commitment to media freedom

Govt rejects NOAB's claims, reaffirms commitment to media freedom

National Consensus Commission Vice Chairman Ali Riaz speaks at a dialogue at CIRDAP Auditorium in Dhaka on 6 August 2025. Photo: UNB

Experts seek absolute media freedom, journalists' protection in Bangladesh

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Can Bangladesh’s media balance freedom and responsibility during elections?