Myanmar: Outline of Rules Affecting Freedom of Expression States also have other positive obligations in the context of the Internet. Due to its key role not only in facilitating modern life but also in giving access to information that is needed to support a range of other rights, it is increasingly accepted that States have an obligation to promote universal access to the Internet. This does not mean that States are expected to provide universal access immediately, an impossibility for many States. Instead, they need to devote appropriate attention and resources to this issue. This can be achieved through different means, including regulatory measures (such as universal service obligations for access providers), direct support, promoting awareness and giving special attention to access for persons with disabilities. 4. Conclusion Freedom of expression is a key human right on its own and plays an essential instrumental role with respect to democratic governance and wider sustainable development objectives. International standards and best practices have emerged that provide key guidance on how to best guarantee this right. This Outline presents an overview of the principal international standards for laws which impact freedom of expression, as well as the rights to information and privacy, with the hope of informing stakeholders in Myanmar. The Centre for Law and Democracy hopes that it provides a useful overview of the legal regimes that States should both put in place and avoid adopting to support freedom of expression. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us if you want more information on any of the issues addressed in this Outline. The Centre for Law and Democracy is a non-profit human rights organisation working internationally to provide legal expertise on foundational rights for democracy. 20