The Business Standard has reported that human rights organizations are raising concerns over Bangladesh’s fast-tracked digital law reforms, warning that the public has been excluded from the process. Groups, including RFK Human Rights, have criticized the lack of transparency, particularly regarding amendments to the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulation Act, which could enable internet shutdowns and surveillance. The proposed Cyber Protection Ordinance also contains vague terms—such as “obscene video” and “cyber terrorism”—that risk broad interpretation and potential misuse against civil society.

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