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Peru
From the Communiqué
14 September 2011
With three new deaths, Latin America is most dangerous region for journalists, say IFEX members
Three journalists have been killed in the space of a week in Brazil, Honduras and Peru, cementing Latin America's status as the most dangerous region for journalists in 2011 so far, report IFEX members.
11 May 2011
Journalists killed on World Press Freedom Day
Two journalists were gunned down in the Americas on World Press Freedom Day (3 May), a stark reminder of the dangers journalists face to keep us informed, say the Inter American Press Association (IAPA), the International Press Institute (IPI) and other IFEX members.See all articles: Peru
Campaigns and Advocacy
28 July 2011
Open letter from RSF urges incoming president to ensure journalists "no longer fear imprisonment"
RSF's letter highlights the obstacles to media pluralism and freedom of information and urges the president to work towards their removal.
6 June 2011
Attacks on the press rise in lead up to election
At least eight journalists have been physically attacked, threatened, or verbally harassed in response to their coverage of the presidential race.
7 October 2010
IAPA calls for creation of special court for crimes against journalists
IAPA reminded Supreme Court Chief Justice Javier Villa Stein that he had pledged to present to the Executive Council the idea of setting up a special criminal court that would hear cases of offenses against journalists.See all campaign news: Peru
Reports
5 January 2012
Decriminalisation of press offences a major issue in 2012
Decriminalization is urgent in Peru, where a promising reform of the criminal code approved in July 2011 has not yet been enacted.
5 November 2008
General Assembly 2008 Country Report: Peru 
See all reports: Peru
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