Malta: International organisations condemn the further degradation of press freedom in Malta and the continued intimidation of journalists

NewsWe, the undersigned organisations, condemn the actions taken by Maltese authorities to restrict press coverage and public scrutiny of the ongoing investigation into the assassination of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. We call on Maltese authorities to uphold their international obligations to ensure all journalists are protected in the carrying out of their duties and have access to political figures and information in the public interest. An independent media and active citizenry is more necessary than ever in Malta as the investigation into Daphne’s assassination directly implicates…

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