Following the EU Delegation in Tirana, another reaction has been made public today regarding the situation with Fokus Media News outlets, as a result of the unprecedented police action. Through a post on its official Facebook page, the Embassy of the Netherlands in Albania emphasized that, for the Kingdom of the Netherlands, media freedom and journalists’ safety remain top priorities, as they are essential for upholding the rule of law.

Attached to the post, the Embassy of the Netherlands also shared the position of the EU Delegation in Albania.

The EU Delegation highlights that it is important for any actions taken not to hinder journalists’ ability to exercise their freedom in reporting information and to maintain the confidentiality of their sources.

Embassy of the Netherlands in Albania, reaction
“For the Kingdom of the Netherlands, media freedom and the safety of journalists remain top priorities, as they are crucial for upholding the rule of law”.

Reaction of the European Union Delegation in Albania:
We are closely monitoring the situation concerning Focus Media Group and its outlets.

Disputes among all involved parties should be resolved while fully respecting legality and proper legal procedures.

In this context, it is essential that any actions do not compromise journalists’ ability to exercise their freedom in reporting information and to safeguard the confidentiality of their sources.

These are fundamental aspects of media freedom and pluralism, which are critical for ensuring the rule of law.

(BalkanWeb)