Information integrity needs - Policy and regulation with the public interest at heart

The document focuses on the need for policies and regulatory frameworks that prioritize public interest and information integrity, particularly in the digital age. It discusses the balance between protecting freedom of expression and curbing harmful online content, emphasizing the risks of overregulation or misuse of laws to suppress dissent. The paper outlines the role of various regulatory bodies, including the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA) and other global efforts. It highlights successful initiatives like the High-Level Expert Group on Resilience Building in Eastern Europe (HLEG) and MERIT Forum, which foster cross-border cooperation and capacity sharing between governments, civil society, and media actors.