With each new term of the ruling regime, and each new provision or law, we have learnt a bit more of self-censorship.
It is a well-known fact that politicians seek to retain power once they attain it.
The Cyber Security Bill will be placed in parliament today.
A closer examination reveals the existence of substantial limitations to freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
Cabinet-approved final draft fails to address long-held concerns
Comparing this law with those in other countries can help us determine how well the proposed CSA aligns with international standards.
A casual look into the draft CSA will prove that the optimism expressed by the law minister is entirely unfounded
It is rather dubious why the government wants to have another draconian cyber security law right before the next national elections.
The DSA is being renamed to Cyber Security Act (CSA) with some cosmetic changes and hefty fines.
With each new term of the ruling regime, and each new provision or law, we have learnt a bit more of self-censorship.
It is a well-known fact that politicians seek to retain power once they attain it.
The Cyber Security Bill will be placed in parliament today.
A closer examination reveals the existence of substantial limitations to freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
Cabinet-approved final draft fails to address long-held concerns
Comparing this law with those in other countries can help us determine how well the proposed CSA aligns with international standards.
A casual look into the draft CSA will prove that the optimism expressed by the law minister is entirely unfounded
It is rather dubious why the government wants to have another draconian cyber security law right before the next national elections.
The DSA is being renamed to Cyber Security Act (CSA) with some cosmetic changes and hefty fines.
Not only was the Digital Security Act not repealed, the proposed changes in the law were not in line with the recommendations made by Bangladesh civil society groups and the United Nations