Indonesia

Journalists face new restrictions in Indonesia Aitrend

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Journalists face new restrictions in Indonesia Aitrend

Jakarta, Indonesia – contradictory advice as to if they have permission to report the news here has journalists on board. According to a law which entered into force in March, journalists from other countries must obtain the authorization of the police to present themselves in certain regions of Indonesia. Police said the change adds a … Read more

Indonesia moves to extend the censorship of LGBT content Aitrend

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Indonesia moves to extend the censorship of LGBT content Aitrend

JAKARTA, Indonesia – A new bill in Parliament would extend the authority of the Indonesian broadcasting commission and increase its ability to censor content on digital platforms, including social media. The bill, which was disclosed in March 2024 and submitted to the list of legislators’ priorities in November, explicitly prohibits the content presenting the publication … Read more