Why Czech media independence is under threat – and what we can learn from Slovakia
Public broadcasters face mounting challenges across Central Europe, raising questions about press freedom and political influence.
Freer than France and Spain: Czechia performs strongly in Press Freedom Index
Despite a slight drop in the ranking compared to last year, Czechia's media are relatively free – although disinformation remains a constant threat.
Czechia takes step toward tightening ban on politicians' media ownership
If passed, the updated law will prevent members of parliament from broadcasting and publishing print and online news.
Czech MPs want to tighten ban on top politicians' media ownership
In a meeting next week, the government coalition is seeking to include a stricter ban on media ownership.
