China is one of the most repressive, yet sophisticated, governments in the world when it comes to restricting press freedom. Beijing is far and away the leading jailer of journalists [in the world], with over 32 different journalists behind bars. |
The courts are supporting freedom of the press, and that's a good thing. We're hoping this sets an important precedent for other criminal libel suits pending against journalists. |
This could establish a precedent... many people would like to know where the criminal justices would come down [on the lawsuit]. |