“The Fourth Estate” in New Realities: Pros and Cons of the Armenian Media Sphere
https://doi.org/10.25205/1818-7919-2025-24-6-87-100
Abstract
The article explores the legal framework regulating the information and media landscape in the Republic of Armenia (RA). It analyzes the current state of Armenian legislation concerning media activities and identifies significant problems and challenges in safeguarding the country’s information security. The article emphasizes the necessity of implementing legal reforms that prioritize the protection of freedom of speech and information, uphold the media’s role as the fourth estate, and respect national security interests. Utilizing an interdisciplinary approach, the study incorporates a sociological survey, analyses of relevant literature, and expert insights. This comprehensive examination not only identifies key risks but also presents professional recommendations for addressing these challenges.
Keywords
media,
information security,
legislation of the Republic of Armenia,
regulatory framework,
cybersecurity
Supporting agencies: This article was prepared within the framework of the basic funding from the Committee for Higher Education and Science of the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of the Republic of Armenia (RA MօESCS), using funds from the RAU Development Program for 2023–2025 (23PR:HU-educ-63313), as well as financing under the competition for incentive bonuses to the salaries of young scientists of RAU in 2025
About the Authors
A. V. Alekyan
Russian-Armenian University
Armenia
Armenia
Anahit V. Alekyan, Candidate of Sciences (Jurisprudence)
WoS Researcher ID KEI-3857-2024
Yerevan
M. V. Alekyan
Russian-Armenian University
Armenia
Armenia
Marina V. Alekyan, Candidate of Sciences (Philology), Associate Professor
WoS Researcher ID KEI-3857-2024
RSCI Author ID 1237210
Yerevan
M. R. Tadevosyan
Russian-Armenian University
Armenia
Armenia
Mary R. Tadevosyan, Candidate of Sciences (Philology), Associate Professor
WoS Researcher ID HCI-0587-2022
RSCI Author ID 1019789
Yerevan
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Alekyan A.V., Alekyan M.V., Tadevosyan M.R. “The Fourth Estate” in New Realities: Pros and Cons of the Armenian Media Sphere. Vestnik NSU. Series: History and Philology. 2025;24(6):87-100. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.25205/1818-7919-2025-24-6-87-100
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