In an era where media freedom is a pivotal facet of democratic societies, the European Commission’s initiatives—the European Media Freedom Act and the anti-Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) directive—stand as crucial legislative measures. Concluded just before the European elections, these frameworks are set to navigate through a period marked by geopolitical turmoil and challenges to the democratic fabric of Europe.
Download the Dods EU Political Intelligence report to gain a deeper understanding of the contents of both legal texts, the questions they raise and future challenges for media freedom in the midst of the aforementioned threats.