Why am I not surprised that 🇲🇹 is in this list?! timesofmalta.com/articles/view/…

It’s been a 2 year struggle to obtain information on how public funds were spent by Malta Film Commission. Took us having to obtain 3 favorable judgments. Proud of Daphne Caruana Galizia Foundation for their determination to fight for accountability. timesofmalta.com/articles/view/…

.Times of Malta faces DDoS attack. As if Slapp suits, dismissive rhetoric, denial of access to information, harassment and threats towards journalists were not enough. Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) OSCE media freedom Dunja Mijatovic timesofmalta.com/articles/view/…

“But Malta isn’t only famous for having too many churches, frying rabbits and TAX EVASION – it’s also famous for its movie industry,” said Walliams while promoting 🇲🇹 on €120k per evening bill. Yep we pay for 🇲🇹 to be described as a place of tax evasion. timesofmalta.com/articles/view/…

Spot on explanation of government’s policy of secrecy and watchdogs’ struggle to access information. OSCE media freedom Council of Europe Media Freedom

Muratov is right: this is murder.Politicians say they’re horrified or disturbed by Navalny’s death. The question to answer is r they doing enough to protect courageous people like Navalny? That includes imprisoned/killed journalists. theguardian.com/world/live/202…

Second death officially caused by lack of good governance. Those who should have acted turned a blind eye. W/o drastic implementation of the DCG Inquiry recommendations more deaths will not be prevented. timesofmalta.com/article/sofia-…

An example of how platforms such as Google play a role in democracy and how their processes can be abused against public debate timesofmalta.com/article/who-tr…

This is the government campaign of hate against journalists which 🇲🇹 media is facing. Must read ⬇️ OSCE media freedom Council of Europe Media Freedom Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) independent.com.mt/articles/2024-…

🇲🇹’s PM turns MEP election into “holy war”. Irresponsible disproportionate undemocratic rhetoric during tense political period seeing former PM & co charged with crimes can only incite more hatred & division & reinforce impunity for hotheads. timesofmalta.com/article/i-afra…

This is what hateful political rhetoric targeting journalists amidst media illiteracy leads to ⬇️ OSCE media freedom Council of Europe Media Freedom timesofmalta.com/article/editor…

“In reality, it shouldn't be this way. Journalists are merely doing their job.” Yet I cannot but thank officers for protecting those who hold power to account. This is the conflict one faces living in a country which isn’t normal. timesofmalta.com/article/live-b…

‘May your commitment to eliminate illegality and corruption be strong, like the north wind that sweeps the coasts of this country.’ What you celebrate is the tragedy of the phantoms, not the opera of the phantoms.” timesofmalta.com/article/the-op…

Sticking to bare minimum for journalists & going step further to protect public persons’ ‘private life’ seems to be the order of the day. But govt can now claim it has ticked the box of transposing EU Anti Slapp Directive legislation.mt/eli/ln/2024/17… Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) Council of Europe Media Freedom

Can’t believe how one of the sweetest, most loving souls around is gone 💔

There’s a lack of critical thinking and civil engagement in Malta, and then there is a gag on teachers! timesofmalta.com/article/teache…

Where there’s hope for democracy, rule of law and human rights protection - a favourite place of mine

PM acts after newsroom uncovers suspected kickback. Perfect example of the role of the fourth estate in democracy. Strengthening journalism, creating an enabling environment is key to democracy. Implementing DCG’s public inquiry recommendations is a must & a good start.