Sri Lankan Lawmakers Debate Controversial Internet Safety Bill Amid Protests by Rights Groups

Sri Lankan Lawmakers Debate Controversial Internet Safety Bill Amid Protests by Rights Groups

Sri Lankan lawmakers on Tuesday began debating a controversial internet safety bill that has been criticized by opposition politicians, journalists, and rights groups as a move by the government to stifle freedom of speech. Public Security Minister Tiran Alles introduced the bill in Parliament, saying it seeks to address problems related to online fraud, abuse, … Read more