Sri Lanka fast becoming dangerous place for journalists

In Sri Lanka, after the defeat of the Tamil Tigers last year, some saw an opportunity for a renewed commitment to democratic reforms in the country, but the government took months to release thousands of refugees from the conflict zone. Then, last month, after a disputed election, the opposition candidate General Sarath Fonseka was arrested.

Now, another aspect in Sri Lanka appears to be in danger: press freedom. The wife of a Sri Lankan journalist who was abducted on January 24th is appealing to authorities to do more to find her husband. This appeal comes at a time when media rights groups say Sri Lanka has become one of the most dangerous places for journalists to work. FSRN’s Ponniah Manikavasagam files this report.