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theSun takeover: keep integrity despite changes PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 30 January 2008
The Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) and Writers Alliance for Media Independence (WAMI) are deeply concerned that the recent acquisition of majority shareholding by tycoon Vincent Tan in theSun signals the end of relative independent space provided by the free paper. CIJ and WAMI echo public sentiment that the return of the newspaper to the hands of Tan, long associated with the former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad, is a political decision timed to coincide with the forthcoming 12th general elections.

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Tuesdays with no newspapers, urge boycott organisers PDF Print E-mail
Monday, 28 January 2008

KUALA LUMPUR: Tuesdays have been declared a paper-free day by the Committee to Boycott the Mainstream Media to send a message that the people want honest and credible reporting in light of misinformation and dishonest news.


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Arrest and charge of Malaysiakini journalist condemned PDF Print E-mail
Sunday, 27 January 2008
The Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) condemns the arrest of Malaysiakini journalist, Syed Jamal Zahiid, who was charged in court today for obstructing policy duty while covering the gathering organised by the Coalition Against Coalition (Protes) on Saturday, 26 January 2008.

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