EU reacts to Poland: Media law is a negative signal
The European Commission today criticized the Polish law restricting foreign ownership of domestic media companies, which was passed by the lower house of parliament. reports Euronews.
"Media pluralism and diversity of opinion are what strong democracies welcome, not the fight against them. "Poland's broadcasting bill sends a negative signal," EC Vice President Vera Jurova wrote on Twitter.
Media pluralism and diversity of opinions are what strong democracies welcome, not fight against.
The draft Polish broadcasting law sends a negative signal. #lexTVN
we need a #MediaFreedomAct in the whole EU to uphold media freedom and support the rule of law.- Věra Jourová (@VeraJourova) August 12
Polish lawmakers passed the bill last night with 228 votes in favor, 216 against and 10 abstentions.