Papua New Guinea’s government has blocked Facebook as a “test” to tackle misinformation, hate speech, and explicit content under anti-terrorism laws. The shutdown has sparked backlash from opposition leaders, media groups, and businesses, who argue it threatens free speech and economic activity.
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Police Minister Peter Tsiamalili defended the move, citing concerns over fake news and online exploitation. Meanwhile, critics, including opposition MP Allan Bird, have called it “draconian.” Facebook’s parent company, Meta, has yet to respond.
