By: Burkina Faso

While this paper addresses several important topics, it continues to neglect the needs of third-world countries, as well as those of conflict-ridden zones. All nations should be free to make their own legislation, without being pressured to conform to these Westernized ideals. The safety of journalists is an issue of the upmost importance. However, there are many different perspectives and solutions to consider, which is why Burkina Faso is currently abstaining from voting on Resolution 1.1.

_{The views and opinions expressed in this article were part of a simulation of the United Nations held from 18 to 21 November 2023 and do not reflect the views and opinions of the American Model United Nations Conference, American Model United Nations International, LLC., Anderson University or the governing bodies of the states mentioned in the article.}