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The Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression carried out an official country visit to Germany from 26 January to 6 February 2026. In this report, she identifies major trends affecting freedom of expression in...
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German Deutsch (PDF) 6 February 2026, BERLIN – Germany is at a critical juncture for freedom of expression and must prioritise the expansion of safe, inclusive spaces to discuss diverse opinions, a UN expert* said today. “Antisemitism, Islamophobia, anti-migrant and...
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31 January 2025, LUSAKA – Human rights are at a crossroads in Zambia as the country prepares for general elections in 2026 amidst major economic challenges and rising political tensions, a UN expert said today. “This government came to power on a platform for change,...
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17 December 2025, GENEVA – The UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression, Irene Khan, will conduct a country visit to Zambia from 20 to 31 January 2025. The Special Rapporteur will assess a range of issues related to the right to freedom of opinion...
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Irene Khan, UN special rapporteur for freedom of opinion and expression, speaks to journalists at the end of her 10-day visit to the Philippines. Photo Courtesy: Altermidya Network, Mandaluyong city, Metro Manila, Feb. 2, 2024. MANILA (2 February 2024) – Threats,...
