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Bhutan’s media faces financial, structural and editorial challenges, survey finds

May 13, 2025 4 mins read
Bhutan’s media faces financial, structural and editorial challenges, survey finds

A recent rapid assessment of Bhutan’s media landscape has raised concerns about financial instability, limited access to information, and a growing culture of self-censorship that impacts journalistic integrity and press freedom.

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