Cambodia Delays ‘Repressive’ Internet Gateway Amid Criticism From Rights Groups

Cambodia Delays ‘Repressive’ Internet Gateway Amid Criticism From Rights Groups
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Aldgra Fredly
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The Cambodian government on Tuesday delayed plans to introduce its national internet gateway, which UN experts have branded as “repressive” and could cause “a serious negative impact” on the country’s internet freedom, citing potential disruptions to online traffic.

Telecommunications Ministry’s spokesperson told local media VOD that the internet gateway, which was scheduled to be unveiled on Wednesday, was put on hold due to the potential disruptions to online traffic caused by the global pandemic.