On the eve of the 21st EU-Canada Summit, which is set to take place in Montreal on October 29 and 30, thousands of news and magazine publishers from Europe and Canada have announced the formation of a transatlantic coalition. This coalition is advocating for a strong commitment from both the European Union and Canada to support free and independent media, as well as reliable journalism, by including these priorities in the summit's joint declaration.
The coalition's formation comes during a critical period where threats to cultural, informational, and economic sovereignty have been highlighted due to various geopolitical challenges. Publishers from both sides of the Atlantic see this summit as a pivotal opportunity for Canada and the EU to enhance their resilience against these threats through tangible and collaborative commitments aimed at holding media platforms accountable.
This coalition reflects a significant effort by media stakeholders to bring attention to the importance of free and pluralistic media in sustaining democracy and addressing the ongoing challenges faced by independent journalism. As global dynamics evolve, the role of media as a fundamental infrastructure for democratic governance, economic stability, and security is becoming increasingly vital.
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