Internet remains cut off in the towns of Ponnagyun, KYautktaw, Mrauk-U and Minbya.
This statement was originally published on ifj.org on 11 October 2019.
ARTICLE 19 warns that a new order issued by the military government “adds another tool to the junta’s censorship arsenal.”
The government has accused independent media agencies of spreading “fake news” and misinformation about Myanmar’s political and economic situation.
The amended text now provides for junta cadres to be automatically appointed to the council board.