Click here to download No permission to protest ဆန္ဒထုတ်ဖော်ခွင့်မပြု (7mb) >> 2020 marks the hundred-year anniversary of the first major protests in Myanmar’s modern history. Protests have launched political leaders, political parties, new constitutions and elections. As a result, the State has historically viewed protesters
Although parliament made one improvement, the newly adopted National Records and Archives Law undermines the right to information and will preserve Myanmar’s position as one of the world’s most secretive countries. The new National Records and Archives Law is the opposite of the right to
Myanmar Digital Rights Forum 2020, which is co-organised by Phandeeyar, Myan ICT for Development Organisation (MIDO), Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business (MCRB), and Free Expression Myanmar (FEM), will be held on 28-29 February, 2020 at the Rose Garden Hotel in Yangon. The two-day event is
We, civil society organisations and individuals, condemn the continued shut down of all internet access in part of Rakhine State, which entered six months today and is now one of the longest shutdowns in the world. All access to the internet was shut down in
Click here to download Freedom of the Net Myanmar 2019 (3mb) >> Key findings: Obstacles to Access Internet access continues to improve in Myanmar, as more users connect via smartphones with fast 4G service. The success of two foreign-owned mobile service providers has placed pressure
2 November is “International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists”. FEM marks the day by remembering the 5 journalists killed in Myanmar. Soe Moe Tun. Killed 13/12/2016 Aung Kyaw Naing “Par Gyi”. Killed 4/10/2014 Kenji Nagai. Killed 27/9/2007 Tha Win. Killed 2/10/1999 Hla Han.
Today kickstarts the 21-day countdown to Myanmar Internet Blackout Day 101 on 30 September to show solidarity with over 600,000 people in Rakhine who have had no access to the internet for 101 days! Can you imagine that 30 September will be the 101st day
MNHRC’s decision to openly consult with civil society on its Draft Strategic Plan 2020-2024 demonstrates a willingness to conduct a real, substantive and open consultative process. FEM has reviewed the Draft on the basis of international standards and past experiences, and makes 5 positive recommendations
If adopted, the Myanmar government’s new Bill would significantly undermine the right to information (RTI) in one of the world’s most secretive countries. FEM urges the government and parliament to substantively revise the Bill in accordance with international democratic standards. The Ministry of Planning and