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Leak reveals China is exporting internet censorship technology

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Censorship and Civil Unrest: A Global Perspective

This chapter examines the role of internet censorship in civil unrest across countries like Myanmar and China, detailing how governments suppress dissent through technology. It discusses counter-movements, particularly in Nepal, that leverage social media for organizing protests against governmental control. Furthermore, the chapter highlights the global implications of China's censorship technology exportation, the escalation of internet surveillance, and the diminishing support for free internet advocacy.

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