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UN General Assembly Special Session on Corruption commits to protect journalists and the fundamental right of access to information
On 28 May 2021 the United Nations General Assembly Special Session UNGASS on Corruption adopted a Declaration to address challenges and implement measures to prevent corruption and strengthen international cooperation including by enhancing the safety of journalists and promote public access to information In the Declaration signatory Member States committed to provide a safe and adequate environment to journalists and investigate prosecute and punish threats and acts of violence falling within their jurisdiction committed against them