During the Maastricht debate, AEJ Belgium questioned Luyten on censorship issues relating to Italian Public Television (RAI). Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni recently censored an antifascist speech that the journalist Antonio Scurati was supposed to read live on a RAI television program on 25 April, the anniversary of Italy’sliberation from Nazi occupation and fascism, a symbol of Italy’s resistance to totalitarianism. 

The Brussels Design Museum opened its doors to the Olivetti-Folon exhibition on 10 April and will welcome guests until  15 September.

The Association of European Journalists (AEJ) strongly condemns the ongoing verbal assaults by government officials in Slovakia against journalists from the public broadcaster Radio and Television of Slovakia (RTVS).

In an era marked by digital transformation and escalating challenges to democracy, the Association of European Journalists in Belgium (AEJ Belgium) organised a pivotal roundtable discussion at the Press Club Brussels on Wednesday 27 March. Here is a little recap.

The Association of European Journalists in Belgium is pleased to announce the lineup of speakers who will be joining us for our upcoming EU Media Policy event. Discover our speakers.

Official statement from AEJ International about media freedom in Slovakia

Join us for our next event where we will hold a debate about the pressing issues facing journalists and the media sector in today’s digital landscape. A round table will be moderated by the president of AEJ to discuss the challenges encountered by journalists amidst rapid technological developments and explore the European Union’s legislative efforts …

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In a recent report, NGO Human Rights Watch highlighted the Hungarian government’s repeated attacks on media freedom and pluralism, which constitutes a significant blow to the country’s rule of law. The report, titled “‘I Can’t Work As A Journalist’: The Systematic Undermining of Media Freedom in Hungary,” details the obstacles faced by independent journalists under Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s administration.

Europe is likely to be greatly impacted by internal issues, such as the upcoming European Parliament elections, but also external developments, according to a report from the European Parliament Research Service (EPRS).

While AI offers immense potential to enhance journalistic practices, it is crucial to approach them with a critical mindset. Journalists must understand how to leverage new technologies, including AI while recognising their potential caveats and recognising their effective and responsible use.