With each new term of the ruling regime, and each new provision or law, we have learnt a bit more of self-censorship.
The tacit tolerance of bigotry over the years has nurtured ideologies that are diametrically opposite to the founding principles of our nation
It is a well-known fact that politicians seek to retain power once they attain it.
How is this UN review of utmost importance as far as the state of human rights in Bangladesh is concerned? What could we reasonably expect from this political exercise?
A closer examination reveals the existence of substantial limitations to freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
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
DSA's replacement, named the Cyber Security Act (CSA), is already another disappointment.
Not only was the Digital Security Act not repealed, the proposed changes in the law were not in line with the recommendations made by Bangladesh civil society groups and the United Nations
With each new term of the ruling regime, and each new provision or law, we have learnt a bit more of self-censorship.
The tacit tolerance of bigotry over the years has nurtured ideologies that are diametrically opposite to the founding principles of our nation
It is a well-known fact that politicians seek to retain power once they attain it.
How is this UN review of utmost importance as far as the state of human rights in Bangladesh is concerned? What could we reasonably expect from this political exercise?
A closer examination reveals the existence of substantial limitations to freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
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
DSA's replacement, named the Cyber Security Act (CSA), is already another disappointment.
Not only was the Digital Security Act not repealed, the proposed changes in the law were not in line with the recommendations made by Bangladesh civil society groups and the United Nations
Cricket South Africa (CSA) has assured the female duo of Dane van Niekerk and Marizanne Kapp that they will be safe on the forthcoming tour of Bangladesh for a five-match ODI series.