Undermining Asia’s Free Press

These journalists represent media outlets that have championed press freedom and shapred the media landscape in Southeast Asia in the last two decades. They will discuss key developments in politics and the media industry that undermine free press and look at challenges and opportunities confronting media in not only defending but also advancing their freedom. Keynote speaker: • Maria Ressa, CEO and Executive Editor, Rappler, Philippines Panelists: • Norman Goh, Social Media Editor, Malaysiakini, Malaysia • Mratt Kyaw Thu, Senior Political Journalist, The Frontier Myanmar, Myanmar • Moderator: Kulachada Chaipipat, Advocacy Manager, Southeast Asia Press Alliance, Thailand Recorded June 25, 2018