Freedom of the press in Myanmar

Freedom of the press in Myanmar refers to the freedom of speech, expression, right to information, and mass media in particular. The media of Myanmar is regulated by the law of Myanmar, the News Media Law which prevent spreading or circulating media bias. It also determines freedom of expression for media houses, journalists, and other individuals or organisations working within the country. Its print, broadcast and Internet media is regulated under the News Media Law, nominally compiled by the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and international standards on freedom of expression.^[1]

The law of Myanmar compiled by the constitution, prohibits publishing fake news through online or offline such as social, mass media, or otherwise newspaper and could lead to imprisonment of a journalist, newspaper ban or may be fined Ks.1,00,000/- to the maximum of Ks.3,00,000/- if found guilty in such offensive activities. However, media is free to express their views, share options, and criticize government policies under Article 9.^[2][3]