The Independent Journalism Center brought the board of shame titled “Enemies of the press” before the Parliament Building this year as well. This presents Moldovan politicians who hindered the work of the journalists in May 2015 – May 2016. The May 11 event forms part of the Press Freedom Days, IPN reports.

The board displays such politicians as Mihai Ghimpu, Ilan Shor, Vlad Filat, Renato Usatyi, Vlad Plahotniuc, and Marian Lupu as well as Cabinet members, such as Minister of the Interior Alexandru Jizdan.

Independent Journalism Center director Nadine Gogu said in the event that they aim to make the politicians and state functionaries more responsible. “We wanted to bring back into focus the problems faced by the journalists last year. The access to information is the key problem. The board of same this year includes more cases of hampering of access to public meetings and of amendment of the legislation. Some of the laws were amended and attempts were made to modify other laws that could obstruct the work of the online media if they are amended. The board also shows particular statements made by politicians,” she stated.

Nadine Gogu voiced hope that the politicians and public servants will realize the allusions and next year the board of shame will be smaller. She invited the journalist to take part in another event entitled “Solidarity March” on May 12, which will be held also within the Press Freedom Days.