Publication : Press Release

Across the world, the right to information is widely recognised - by regional bodies and more than 90 countries alike - as a fundamental human right essential for the achievement of every person’s civil, political and socio-economic rights and as a mechanism to promote democratic accountability and good governance. These include the ASEAN member states of Indonesia, Thailand, and the federal state of Selangor in Malaysia.

Information Source : ASEAN: Access to information essential for strengthening public participation

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