Benita Ferrero-Waldner concerned about refusal to prolong Pro TV Chisinau’s license

EU commissioner Benita Ferrero-Waldner expresses its concern about the decision of the Broadcasting Coordinating Council (BCC) to refuse to prolong the broadcasting license of Pro TV Chisinau, Info-Prim Neo has learnt from the European Commission Delegation to Moldova. According to the European official, the freedom of the media is one of the most fundamental principles of efficient democracy, and “observing the democratic principles and the human rights represents the key-element of our relationships with Moldova.” “I ma concerned about the decision of the BCC from Moldova of December 11, 2008, to curb the broadcasting license of Pro TV Chisinau. It’s important that the Moldovan authorities respect their international commitments in the field of democracy, human rights and the freedom of the media, especially on the eve of the parliamentary elections next spring,” Benita Ferrero-Waldner stated.