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Published on 2025-05-15 14:00:33 - dw
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  • Are multilateral initiatives for media freedom effective or mere rhetoric? Researchers asked journalists working in challenging media environments for their opinions about the Media Freedom Coalition.

The article from DW Akademie, titled "Media Freedom: Diplomacy Matters," emphasizes the critical role of diplomatic efforts in promoting and protecting media freedom globally. It highlights how diplomats can influence media freedom through various means such as advocating for journalist safety, supporting independent media, and engaging in international dialogues to set standards and norms. The piece discusses the challenges diplomats face, including navigating complex political landscapes and dealing with governments that may be hostile to press freedom. It also underscores successful examples where diplomatic interventions have led to positive outcomes for media freedom, such as the release of imprisoned journalists and the establishment of protective legislation. The article concludes by stressing the need for continued and strengthened diplomatic engagement to ensure a free and safe environment for journalists worldwide.

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[ https://akademie.dw.com/en/media-freedom-diplomacy-matters/a-72559133 ]