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– IAPA protests actions against journalists in Panama, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News December 7, 2016

The Inter American Press Association is urging authorities in Panama, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina to investigate cases of intimidation of journalists in those countries that are seriously restricting press freedom.
Source: MEDIA FEED

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