In 2024, the fight to defend democracy in Asia is increasingly taking place in the digital world. More and more governments in Asian countries are implementing cutting-edge tactics to carry out digital repression, from censorship and surveillance to using regulations. However, civil society organizations (CSOs) also demonstrate their resilience in fighting for digital rights and […]
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Regulatory loopholes in tobacco promotion on social media
In an era of increasingly widespread social media use, the tobacco industry continues to try to utilize digital platforms to market its products. The lack of strict regulations in the digital world opens up opportunities for hidden advertising and content that promotes cigarettes and other tobacco products, such as e-cigarettes and vapes, which can reach children and adolescents as potential long-term target markets.
The Threats of Digital Regulation in Southeast Asia
Digital regulations and policies adopted by Southeast Asian governments have posed serious threats to human rights and civil liberties. Although they are allegedly intended to combat cybercrime, these regulations are often misused to limit democratic space under the guise of protecting “national security” and “improving safety”. Many countries in Southeast Asia have enacted ambiguous cybercrime […]