Pakistan's Internet Crisis: Surveillance System Drags Speeds to Global Bottom Ranks
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Pakistan's internet speeds have plummeted to among the world's slowest, with the country ranking near bottom globally for both mobile and broadband connectivity. The dramatic slowdown is linked to enhanced surveillance measures, including a Chinese-built national firewall system that monitors and controls internet traffic.
Pakistan's VPN Crackdown: Digital Rights Under Threat as Government Targets Privacy Tools
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Pakistani authorities are set to block access to VPNs within days, escalating digital restrictions that have already limited social media and messaging services. The move particularly affects supporters of imprisoned former PM Imran Khan, as the government tightens control over online communications.