Mapping the drivers of press freedom: A structural analysis of the world press freedom index
Journalism: Theory, Practice & Criticism
Published online on January 14, 2026
Abstract
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This study examines the interdependent relationships among the five dimensions of the World Press Freedom (WPF) Index—legal, political, sociocultural, safety, and economic contexts. Using 2024 WPF data, a three-stage analytical framework integrates ...
This study examines the interdependent relationships among the five dimensions of the World Press Freedom (WPF) Index—legal, political, sociocultural, safety, and economic contexts. Using 2024 WPF data, a three-stage analytical framework integrates ...