People in Surdurland, Iceland.  Editorial credit: Isabel Baldovi / Shutterstock.com

Iceland

Iceland is a parliamentary democracy with a long history of upholding political rights and civil liberties. However, links between elected representatives and business interests remain a concern, as does the concentration of private media ownership.

Freedom on the Net 2023

Freedom on the Net — Iceland Country Report

Iceland is rated Free in Freedom on the Net, Freedom House's comprehensive study of internet freedom around the globe.

Iranian people in Izmir protest the death of Mahsa Amini by the morality police in Iran.

Freedom in the World — Iceland Country Report

Iceland is rated Free in Freedom in the World 2023, Freedom House's annual study of political rights and civil liberties worldwide.