Qatari sheikh must not approve media law, says human rights group
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Qatari sheikh must not approve media law, says human rights group

Doha : Qatar | Oct 30, 2012 at 6:27 AM PDT
Source: The Guardian
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The New York-based Human Rights Watch (HRW) argues that the draft law contains penalties for those who criticise Qatar and its neighbouring governments. It would create a double standard on free expression that is inconsistent with Qatar's claims to be a centre for media freedom in the region. FULL ARTICLE AT The Guardian
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