Maldives Blocks Access to Pornographic Websites

The Communications Authority of Maldives (CAM) has confirmed that all pornographic websites were blocked across the country from Saturday, marking the first widespread ban of its kind. The directive was issued by the Maldivian government, but no official statement has been released. The ban aligns the Maldives with other countries like Belarus, Malaysia, Nepal, North Korea, and Pakistan. Critics raise concerns about censorship and freedom of expression, while proponents cite protection of minors. Enforcement and potential bypassing remain uncertain.

The Communications Authority of Maldives (CAM) has confirmed that all pornographic websites were blocked across the country from Saturday, marking the first widespread ban of its kind. The directive was issued by the Maldivian government, but no official statement has been released. The ban aligns the Maldives with other countries like Belarus, Malaysia, Nepal, North Korea, and Pakistan. Critics raise concerns about censorship and freedom of expression, while proponents cite protection of minors. Enforcement and potential bypassing remain uncertain.

The Communications Authority of Maldives (CAM) has confirmed that all pornographic websites were blocked across the country from Saturday, marking the first widespread ban of its kind. The directive was issued by the Maldivian government, but no official statement has been released. The ban aligns the Maldives with other countries like Belarus, Malaysia, Nepal, North Korea, and Pakistan. Critics raise concerns about censorship and freedom of expression, while proponents cite protection of minors. Enforcement and potential bypassing remain uncertain.

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