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Internet Freedom

Vietnam Introduces 24-Hour Take-Down Requirement for Social Media Platforms

Vietnam Introduces 24-Hour Take-Down Requirement for Social Media Platforms

By Sebastian Strangio
The move is the latest in the state's attempts to cleanse the online sphere of "false news" and "anti-state" content.

Report Details Declining Internet Freedoms in Southeast Asia

Report Details Declining Internet Freedoms in Southeast Asia

By Sebastian Strangio
None of the eight Southeast Asian nations monitored by the U.S.-funded organization Freedom House had an online sphere classified as "free."
Internet Freedom in Indonesia is Teetering on a Razor’s Edge

Internet Freedom in Indonesia is Teetering on a Razor’s Edge

By Michael Caster
The looming implementation of online platform regulations will exacerbate existing free speech challenges and lead to more severe restrictions on internet freedom.

Deadline Looms for Indonesia’s Harsh New Internet Content Restrictions

Deadline Looms for Indonesia’s Harsh New Internet Content Restrictions

By Sebastian Strangio
The regulation grants the authorities the power to fine or block social media platforms that fail to comply with government content moderation orders.

The US-ASEAN Summit Should Prioritize Internet Freedom

The US-ASEAN Summit Should Prioritize Internet Freedom

By Michael Caster
Washington should use the upcoming Special Summit to take a firm stand against the rising digital authoritarianism in Southeast Asian nations.

Indonesia Prepping Strict New Rules for Online Platforms: Report

Indonesia Prepping Strict New Rules for Online Platforms: Report

By Sebastian Strangio
The new rules would require digital platforms to respond to "urgent" requests for the removal of content within four hours.

Myanmar Must End Its Internet Shutdown

Myanmar Must End Its Internet Shutdown

By Jieun Pyun
Myanmar’s internet shutdown is the world’s longest, depriving its people of their rights.
Does Kazakhstan Want to Spy on Internet Traffic?

Does Kazakhstan Want to Spy on Internet Traffic?

By Casey Michel
Astana might be gearing up to exert more control over the internet browsing of Kazakhs.

Sri Lanka Moves in the Right Direction on Internet Freedom

Sri Lanka Moves in the Right Direction on Internet Freedom

By Taylor Dibbert
Sri Lanka’s new government moves in the right direction on internet freedom, although concerns about surveillance technologies persist.

What is Life in the Aralkum Like?

What is Life in the Aralkum Like?

By Catherine Putz
One great article and two podcasts you shouldn’t miss. Central Asia links.

China and the East Asian Internet

China and the East Asian Internet

By Sarah Cook
Internet freedom is coming under increasing pressure across East Asia, but China’s influence has its limits.
Mongolian Empire 2.0? A World Conquered by Online Freedom

Mongolian Empire 2.0? A World Conquered by Online Freedom

By Julian Dierkes, Trevor Kennedy, Melanie Schweiger, Christina Toepell
Mongolia plays host to a conference on Internet freedom.

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