Pakistan passes controversial cyber-crime law

August 12, 2016

Pakistan has adopted a much-criticized cyber security law that grants sweeping powers to regulators to block private information they deem illegal. The National Assembly approved the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Bill 2015 late on Thursday after the Senate had unanimously adopted it last month. Government officials say internet restrictions under the new law are needed to ensure security against growing threats, such as terrorism. But the law has alarmed human rights and pro-democracy activists worried that its vague language could lead to curtailment of free speech and unfair prosecutions. (Reuters)

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