Pakistan: Amnesty International slams "hasty passage" of Peca act, demands repeal
Amnesty International condemned Pakistan's recently passed prevention of electronic crimes (amendment) act 2025, urging authorities to repeal it to protect freedom of expression. The act criminalizes "fake news" with vague provisions that threaten online speech. Critics, including Babu Ram Pant from Amnesty, argue the law could suppress dissent and is rushed without proper debate. Journalistic bodies globally, including IFJ and RSF, also oppose the amendments, highlighting concerns over censorship and internet freedom.