27 May 2025
Countering Misinformation and Disinformation in Lebanon: Promoting Information Integrity and Protecting Freedom of Expression through Media Reforms
This paper aims to highlight the importance of combating misinformation and disinformation within the Lebanese media ecosystem to promote information integrity. It analyzes the prevalence of these issues in the current Lebanese media landscape, focusing on trends such as their increase during times of crisis.
The paper also examines the existing legal framework used to regulate disinformation and misinformation, its inconsistencies with international human rights standards, and the prospects for reform through the proposed new media law.
The subsequent section explores other approaches to addressing misinformation and disinformation such as the state’s role in improving public communication, promoting the right to access information, and enhancing media and information literacy. It also examines the contributions of other stakeholders in fostering a healthier information ecosystem and concludes with a set of recommendations.
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