Installing a board to conduct an inquiry into the recent court acquittal of 2 lawyers for attempted bribery of a @TheTimesofMalta journalist in #Malta is a first step in ensuring full accountability. I will closely follow the procedure, trusting it will be thorough & transparent.

While on an official visit to #Malta, I visited the grave to pay tribute to the courageous journalist #DaphneCaruanaGalizia, who was killed in 2017 for doing her work. #Noimpunity

Engaged in a very interesting conversation with young people on (mis- & dis-) information at a conference in #Malta. Such a discussion evolves around #mediafreedom, #Democracy & our common values. So good to hear what so many people from such different backgrounds have to say.

During my visit to #Malta last week, I discussed a broad range of #mediafreedom issues, including journalists’ safety, the need for an open culture regarding access to public information and truly independent public service media. My statement 👇 https://www.osce.org/representative-on-freedom-of-media/531101

The 2nd request within weeks to leave prison for a family visit by George Degiorgio, convicted killer of journalist #DaphneCaruanaGalizia, if accorded by the relevant authorities in #Malta, will thwart the feeling of justice.

Happy to host several journalists from #Malta in Vienna yesterday. We had open and fruitful exchanges on various #mediafreedom issues & #SafetyofJournalists and the role of the @OSCE in the current geopolitical challenges that clearly affect all participating States.