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|contents= | |contents=Section 40 of the 2002 East Timor Constitution states: | ||
"1. Every person has the right to freedom of speech and the right to inform and be informed impartially. | |||
2. The exercise of freedom of speech and information shall not be limited by any sort of censorship. | |||
3. The exercise of rights and freedoms referred to in this Section shall be regulated by law based on the imperative of respect for the Constitution and the dignity of the human person." | |||
Also relevant to freedom of expression is the defense of freedom of the press in Section 41 of the 2002 East Timor Constitution. | |||
References: | |||
2002. Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. http://timor-leste.gov.tl/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Constitution_RDTL_ENG.pdf. | |||
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Latest revision as of 22:19, 5 May 2024
What is the oldest written source in this country that mentions this right?
East Timor
Section 40 of the 2002 East Timor Constitution states: "1. Every person has the right to freedom of speech and the right to inform and be informed impartially. 2. The exercise of freedom of speech and information shall not be limited by any sort of censorship. 3. The exercise of rights and freedoms referred to in this Section shall be regulated by law based on the imperative of respect for the Constitution and the dignity of the human person."
Also relevant to freedom of expression is the defense of freedom of the press in Section 41 of the 2002 East Timor Constitution.
References:
2002. Constitution of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. http://timor-leste.gov.tl/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/Constitution_RDTL_ENG.pdf.