Internet connectivity appears to have been restored following widespread protests in Bangladesh that have resulted in the resignation – and flight – of the country’s prime minister\u00a0Sheikh Hasina.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blocking internet access as a tool of political control is considered a violation of human rights. In an older Feature, James explored how Myanmar’s junta was deterring investment through its restrictive control of internet access, and unfortunately this article remains highly relevant in light of recent events.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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