censorship, and punishment. This constitutes a deliberate strategy of digital repression rather
than inadvertent policy failure.
Recommendations
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Expose intentional digital repression: The High Commissioner should publicly
characterise Myanmar’s digital surveillance regime as a purposeful tool of repression
and present these findings to the Human Rights Council.
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Advocate targeted sanctions: Urge Member States to sanction military officials and
military‐linked entities responsible for supporting and enforcing oppressive cyber
legislation and procuring surveillance technologies.
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Engage technology providers: Call on the High Commissioner to advise companies
supplying DPI, facial‐recognition, or spyware to immediately suspend all activities
supporting Myanmar’s security apparatus.
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Monitor and report: Establish systematic UN-backed documentation of internet
shutdowns, VPN bans, takedowns, and spyware incidents, incorporating input from civil
society and technical experts.