Restrictions alone cannot ensure children’s onli...

Summary

• Federal Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima Khawaja has emphasized that protecting children in the digital world requires more than internet restrictions highlighting the need for a broader social and technological approach.
• Despite the risks, the minister acknowledged that digital technology also creates valuable opportunities for young Pakistanis.
• A balanced strategy combining appropriate regulation, digital awareness, effective safeguards and responsible technology use is therefore essential to protect children without unnecessarily limiting their opportunities.

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Federal Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima Khawaja has emphasized that protecting children in the digital world requires more than internet restrictions highlighting the need for a broader social and technological approach.

Speaking at a seminar the minister explained that deciding how much online freedom children should have is a complex issue. According to her approximately 20 to 25 countries have already introduced restrictions on children’s internet access while several others are considering similar measures.