Tag: Access to information
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Myanmar’s “new” government continues culture of military secrecy
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Myanmar’s “new” government has not led to any improvements in transparency since the 2025-26 contested elections. On International Right to Know Day, 28 September 2026, Myanmar’s public still lacks reliable, comprehensive, and accessible information about basic matters of public interest, including public finances, corporate ownership, judicial decisions, the conflict, and displacement.
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U.S. Congress Starlink investigation threatens internet access in Myanmar
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A U.S. Congressional investigation into the use of Starlink by scam centres in Myanmar risks a blunt and disproportionate response that would further undermine the rights of a vulnerable population already suffering from repression, conflict, and poverty.
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The Great Firewall of Myanmar
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The military’s May 2024 VPN block has significantly infringed on digital rights. Human Rights Myanmar’s review of 3 billion Facebook interactions shows a substantial decline in public engagement on Facebook, impacting media, development, and the digital economy. The VPN block, combined with the Facebook ban, may be the largest act of censorship in Myanmar’s turbulent…
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Understanding the impact of the military’s VPN blockade
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Our project investigates the far-reaching consequences of Myanmar’s military VPN blockage, revealing how it undermines both individual freedoms and the nation’s socio-economic development. By documenting these impacts, we aim to highlight the urgent need for global action to protect digital rights in repressive regimes.
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Access to information on climate change in military-controlled Myanmar
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Myanmar, a country rich in natural resources and at high risk from the climate emergency, faces profound challenges at the intersection of climate change and human rights, exacerbated under military rule since the 2021 coup. This report explores the critical information gaps, challenges in access, and potential pathways for improvement in ensuring transparency and safeguarding…
