Sri Lanka passes bill allowing government to remove online posts and legally pursue internet users
Sri Lankan lawmakers on Tuesday began debating a controversial internet safety bill that has been criticized by opposition politicians, journalists and rights groups as a move by the government to stifle freedom of speech.
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2 developments- Jan 23, 2024Sri Lankan lawmakers debate controversial internet safety bill amid protests by rights groups
- Jan 25, 2024Sri Lanka passes controversial bill to regulate online content
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Quiet for 979 daysLast development · Jan 25, 2024 — Sri Lanka passes controversial bill to regulate online content
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1 viewpointUS expresses concerns over Sri Lanka's controversial internet regulation law
Sri Lankan lawmakers debate controversial internet safety bill amid protests by rights groups
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4 viewpointsSri Lanka passes bill allowing government to remove online posts and legally pursue internet users
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