Media laws across the world: a comparative study of their evolution and challenges

Introduction : media law and the four theories of the press

The importance of press freedom and comparative media law research

Constitutional protection for freedom of the press and short histories of press freedom in America, Europe, and Asia

Press freedom laws and censorship in America

Press freedom laws and censorship in Europe

Press freedom laws and censorship in Asia

Libel law issues

Copyright issues

Cyber-piracy issues

Comparisons of the media laws and implications

Conclusion : tasks and challenges for further research.