Freedom of the Media in the OSCE Region Part 1

Thursday, August 2, 2007, 4:00 am

Witnesses

Ms. Fatima Tlisova

Russian Independent Journalist

Ms. Nina Ognianova

Europe and Central Asia Program Coordinator

Committee to Protect Journalists

Ms. Paula Schriefer

Director of Advocacy

Freedom House, Washington, DC

The hearing focused on trends regarding freedom of the media in the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) participating States, including developments in Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Turkey. In particular, the hearing highlighted the fact that journalists continue to face significant challenges in their work in numerous OSCE countries, such as acts of intimidation, abduction, beatings, threats or even murder.

Relevant Countries

Azerbaijan | Kazakhstan | Russian Federation | Turkey

Leadership

Christopher Smith | Ben Cardin | Alcee Hastings