Policy · 2h ago
Pakistan Lacks Law Declaring Internet an Essential Service
Pakistan's Ministry of IT confirmed to a Senate sub-committee that no specific law designates the internet as an essential service. This legal gap leaves internet access unprotected during disruptions, affecting millions of users. The revelation raises concerns about digital rights and network reliability in the country.
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The absence of such a law underscores a regulatory blind spot that could hinder Pakistan's digital economy and leave citizens vulnerable to arbitrary shutdowns.
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