Albanian journalist between professional standards and external pressures

Abstract

Freedom of information is guaranteed by the Constitution, not only in Albania, but even beyond. Even though it constantly remains a controversial issue. Media, mainly their employees in general, for various reasons do not go to the end of their requests. The pressure on the journalist is increasing every day from politics, media owners, advertisers etc. This paper will examine three major dimensions related to the freedom and status of journalists in the Albanian media, with the accompanying duality between the exercise of professional standards and external pressures.

Firstly, the paper will shed light on the importance of the status of journalists. The main problems faced by Albanian journalists is an unregulated media market. Secondly, the paper will assess the main sources affecting the freedom of practicing journalism. Thirdly, depending on the above conditions, the study will analyze the economic dependence (condition) of Albanian journalists and its consequences.

At the end of the study, based on cause- effect analysis, it is aimed to find the main problems dealing with the community of Albanian journalists.