Truth Under Threat: Journalism vs. Foreign Agent Laws | Trust Conference 2025 | Day One

‘Foreign agent’ laws have been spreading like wildfire around the world, becoming a favoured tool of authoritarian regimes to silence dissent and control the narrative. In this session, speakers delve into real-world examples of journalists who have been targeted by these laws, whilst also exploring the broader implications for press freedom and strategies for resistance.  Speakers: Alsu Kurmasheva – Press freedom advocate Can Yeginsu – High Level Panel of Legal Experts on Media Freedom Nick Slater – Thomson Reuters Foundation Jodie Ginsberg (Moderator) – Committee to Protect Journalists About Trust Conference: Trust Conference is the Thomson Reuters Foundation’s flagship annual event. Every year, Trust Conference brings together world-leading experts, innovators, and activists who are tackling global challenges at the intersection of media freedom, technology, law, and responsible business practices. Find out more on our website: https://tinyurl.com/trustconference