TI head: Freedom of speech, press 'essential' to fighting corruption


  • Nation
  • Wednesday, 02 Sep 2015

PUTRAJAYA: Press freedom and freedom of expression are important elements in the fight against corruption, said Transparency-International President Jose Ugaz (pic).

"Press freedom and freedom of expression are the pillars of democratic societies and journalists must be able to work without fear, said Ugaz.

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