PARIS: Oman has continued its progress in the 2025 Global Press Freedom Index, climbing three places from 137th to 134th globally.
The index, published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) — a Paris-based organisation with consultative status at the United Nations — assesses press freedom conditions across 180 countries and territories annually.
It evaluates five key criteria: legal framework, political context, economic and sociocultural environment and safety of journalists.
Last year, Oman introduced a new media law, aligning with evolving developments in the media sector.
The legislation safeguards journalists' rights and ensures freedom of opinion and expression in accordance with the country’s Basic Law. — ONA
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