Radio Free Asia

Uyghur reporters describe family members’ detentions

In “The Families Left Behind” six Radio Free Asia reporters tell the stories of their family members’ detention and document human rights abuses in northwestern China.

Threats to Press Freedom in Asia in 2018

China Exports Censorship Techniques

The U.S. Agency for Global Media

The USAGM oversees five U.S. government-funded civilian news agencies in its mission to inform, engage and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy. The combined weekly audience exceeds 278 million.

About the project

'The Fight for Press Freedom' highlights coverage of journalists, news media and the global environment for press freedom as reported by USAGM sister news organizations. It is a joint initiative of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Middle East Broadcasting Networks, Voice of America, Radio Free Asia and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting. Send tips or comments to info@usagm.gov.

Radio Free Asia

Radio Free Asia brings award-winning, domestic journalism and uncensored content to people in six Asian countries that restrict free speech, freedom of the press, and access to reliable information beyond their borders. RFA also provides educational and cultural programming, as well as forums for audiences to engage in open dialogue and freely express opinions.