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A Grim Reality for Internet Freedom in Asia
By Allie Funk
The region is a driving force behind annual declines at the global level.
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The Rapid Rise of Censorship in Southeast Asia
January 19, 2018
The Rapid Rise of Censorship in Southeast Asia
From Myanmar to Indonesia, governments are clamping down on the internet and social media.
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The Rapid Rise of Censorship in Southeast Asia
Cambodia’s ‘Cyber War’ Legislation Targets Online Critics
May 27, 2015
Cambodia’s ‘Cyber War’ Legislation Targets Online Critics
As more Cambodians take to the Internet, the government looks to crack down on criticism.
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Cambodia’s ‘Cyber War’ Legislation Targets Online Critics
Mongolian Empire 2.0? A World Conquered by Online Freedom
May 14, 2015
Mongolian Empire 2.0? A World Conquered by Online Freedom
Mongolia plays host to a conference on Internet freedom.
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Mongolian Empire 2.0? A World Conquered by Online Freedom
Tajikistan Cracks Down on Internet … Again
October 08, 2014
Tajikistan Cracks Down on Internet … Again
Tajik authorities have apparently blocked access to 200 sites.
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Tajikistan Cracks Down on Internet … Again
North Korea Bans Wi-Fi for Foreigners
September 11, 2014
North Korea Bans Wi-Fi for Foreigners
Embassies and international organizations in North Korea will no longer be able to use Wi-Fi networks.
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North Korea Bans Wi-Fi for Foreigners
Malaysia Threatens to Block Facebook
August 14, 2014
Malaysia Threatens to Block Facebook
Malaysia’s internet freedom has been threatened from several corners, as the PM assures free speech.
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Malaysia Threatens to Block Facebook
Wi-Fi Access Sparks Housing Boom in Pyongyang
August 14, 2014
Wi-Fi Access Sparks Housing Boom in Pyongyang
In North Korea's capital, citizens are buying up real estate near foreign embassies to access their Wi-Fi service.
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Wi-Fi Access Sparks Housing Boom in Pyongyang
Emily Parker
February 28, 2014
Emily Parker
The Diplomat speaks with Emily Parker about attempts at Internet censorship by authoritarian regimes at a time of rising online dissent.
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Emily Parker
What Caused China’s Internet Outage?
January 23, 2014
What Caused China’s Internet Outage?
An internet disruption Tuesday affected over 60% of Chinese users. Was it caused by hackers or China's Great Firewall?
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What Caused China’s Internet Outage?
China’s Global War Against Press Freedom
October 23, 2013
China’s Global War Against Press Freedom
Beijing has long censored domestic news. Now the CCP is aggressively targeting foreign media.
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China’s Global War Against Press Freedom
China’s Internet Censors Outnumber PLA Troops
October 08, 2013
China’s Internet Censors Outnumber PLA Troops
Plus, President Xi warns Taiwan that a political settlement cannot be put off forever. Monday China links.
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China’s Internet Censors Outnumber PLA Troops
China to Allow Facebook and Twitter in Shanghai Free Trade Zone
September 24, 2013
China to Allow Facebook and Twitter in Shanghai Free Trade Zone
The South China Morning Post reports that internet users within the new FTZ will have access to banned websites.
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China to Allow Facebook and Twitter in Shanghai Free Trade Zone
China Intensifies Crackdown on Social Media Rumors
September 03, 2013
China Intensifies Crackdown on Social Media Rumors
Weibo users are being arrested for spreading conspiracy theories, asking questions and mixing up statistics.
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China Intensifies Crackdown on Social Media Rumors
Xi Jinping: China’s Most Powerful Leader Since Deng and Mao?
August 05, 2013
Xi Jinping: China’s Most Powerful Leader Since Deng and Mao?
Plus, are China’s internet censors really just pollsters? Monday China links.
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Xi Jinping: China’s Most Powerful Leader Since Deng and Mao?
The Decline of China’s Internet Cafes
July 26, 2013
The Decline of China’s Internet Cafes
Even as the Ministry of Culture tries to consolidate cybercafés, citizens turn to mobile devices to access the internet.
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The Decline of China’s Internet Cafes
Local Chinese Officials Turn to “Black” PR Firms
June 18, 2013
Local Chinese Officials Turn to “Black” PR Firms
Fearful of social media and Xi’s anti-graft campaign, some local officials are using firms to scrub their corruption from the web.
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Local Chinese Officials Turn to “Black” PR Firms
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Mark Field on Strengthening UK-ASEAN Relations Post-Brexit
November 14, 2018
Mark Field on Strengthening UK-ASEAN Relations Post-Brexit
The Diplomat talks with Mark Field about Britain's ongoing effort to boost ties with ASEAN and Southeast Asia after Brexit.
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