"Joint Statement on Draft Cyber Security Law", 15 February 2021

A group of foreign chambers of commerce including EuroCham Myanmar, French Myanmar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, German Myanmar Business Chamber, British Chamber of Commerce, Greece - Myanmar Chamber of Commerce, New Zealand Myanmar Chamber of Commerce, American Chamber of Commerce Myanmar, Italy Myanmar Business Association and India Myanmar Chamber of Commerce expresses our collective deep concern about the Draft Cyber Security Law, released for the consultation of license holders under the Telecommunications Law on 9 February 2021.

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Over the past decade, foreign businesses have witnessed and participated in the growth of a now flourishing digital business environment in Myanmar…

Investors understand the importance of a robust cybersecurity framework and creating a secure digital environment for all, however, this proposed Draft Cyber Security Law as drafted goes beyond that scope and reach.

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Supporting the free flow of information is a critical and necessary condition for businesses and communities to operate.

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