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Pakistan Blames VPNs for Slow Internet

August 19, 2024
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Pakistan Blames VPNs for Slow Internet

Pakistan is experiencing significant internet slowdowns, prompting a heated debate about the cause and implications. Government officials have attributed the reduced speeds to the widespread use of virtual private networks (VPNs), which they claim are overloading the network. Minister of State for Information Technology Shaza Fatima stated that the high volume of VPN usage has strained the infrastructure, leading to slower connections. She denied that the government is responsible for deliberately throttling internet speeds, asserting that efforts are underway to resolve the issue with internet service providers and telecommunications companies.

Activists, however, contend that the slowdowns are part of a broader strategy to implement a China-style internet firewall aimed at controlling online discourse. They argue that the government is using these measures to suppress dissent and limit the dissemination of information, particularly following the unrest related to former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s supporters. This theory is supported by Shahzad Ahmad, director of the digital watchdog Bytes for All, who claims to have evidence of a firewall designed to monitor and restrict online traffic.

The impact of these disruptions extends beyond political implications, affecting Pakistan’s economic landscape as well. Business leaders and industry associations have raised alarms about the negative effects on the IT sector. The Pakistan Software Houses Association warned that the internet slowdowns and erratic VPN performance could lead to a significant economic fallout, potentially costing the IT sector up to $300 million. The association describes these issues as a “direct, tangible, and aggressive assault” on the industry’s viability, with a mass exodus of IT companies becoming a real possibility if the situation is not addressed promptly.

In response to the ongoing issues, activists have petitioned the Islamabad High Court to recognize internet access as a fundamental right under Pakistan’s constitution. They argue that the slowdowns and potential firewall represent a serious threat to civil liberties and the economic well-being of the country. As the debate continues, both the government and activists are bracing for potential further developments, with significant implications for both free expression and economic stability in Pakistan.

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  • Pakistan Claims VPNs Cause Slow Internet Amid Suspicions of New Firewall Measures
Tags: August 2024Cyber NewsCyber News 2024Cyber threatsGovernmentInternetPakistanVPN
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