Democracy and Press Freedom
Seminar on internet and fake information in Nepal: challenges to democracy and freedom of the press
16 October 2023 · Kathmandu Marriott Hotel, Kathmandu
Summary
A recent APSS seminar on internet, false information, democracy and press freedom, co-organized with the Federation of Nepali Journalists and Nepal Telecommunications Authority.
Details
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Purna Bahadur Khadka emphasized constitutional and legal commitments to press freedom and freedom of expression. The seminar discussed responsible use of internet platforms, democratic safeguards, misinformation, the right to reliable information and the wider public-policy challenges created by false and misleading information.
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