CHRSD Statement on Draft Cyber Security Act Amendments
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CHRSD joins 47 civil society organizations in a joint statement expressing concerns about the proposed amendments.
CHRSD, together with 47 other Bangladeshi civil society organizations, has signed a joint statement expressing serious concerns about the draft amendments to the Cyber Security Act currently under consideration.
Specific concerns include:
- Vague definitions of "harmful content" that risk restricting legitimate journalism and civic advocacy
- Expanded surveillance powers without adequate judicial oversight
- Insufficient safeguards for whistleblowers reporting corruption
The joint statement calls for public consultation and a redraft aligned with international human rights standards. The full text is available on our website.