Freedom of the press is one of the cornerstones of democracy.
And the EU protects what matters, including the right to receive independent, reliable information.
The European Media Freedom Act helps keep journalists and sources safe, strengthens editorial independence and protects media organisations from undue interference or legal intimidation.
Today, on World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our duty to support and protect journalists so they can do their work free from pressure, intimidation, or harm.
: Ursula von der Leyen
President of the European Commission