OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media meets with Permanent Representative of Mongolia

On 24 March 2022, the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Teresa Ribeiro, met with Permanent Representative of Mongolia to the OSCE, Ambassador Mijiddorj Tsengeg.

Their first meeting was focusing on the legal framework of the media in the country and its implication for freedom of expression. Ribeiro and Tsengeg discussed various related issues, such as safety of journalists, media literacy, and access to information.

Ribeiro presented the priorities of her Office till the end of 2023, whereas Tsengeg briefed about the current steps in amending the country’s legislation in line with its human rights commitment. In particular, Ribeiro and Tsengeg discussed possible ways of ensuring journalists’ safety during mass events and improved interaction with the law enforcement.  Ribeiro reiterated her readiness to support Mongolia in the reforms and updating of the legislative framework for the media.