A Chance to Fix in Time: Analysis of Freedom of Expression in Four Years Under the Current Government Freedom of Expression Chapter (2): Freedom of Expression Freedom of expression is not only a most fundamental human right but a foundation for the development of a democratic society. Myanmar is encountering many challenges and pressures on its initial stage of transitional process. Freedom of expression is controlled and fettered by the constitution that is a supreme law of a nation to existing laws, by-laws, orders, instructions and procedures. An assured condition for freedom of expression was expected under the government formed by NLD after it won power with support of the vast majority in the 2015 general election. In terms of legal reform, superficial amendments of Peaceful Assembly and Peaceful Procession Law and Telecommunications Law were made while The Law Protecting the Privacy and Security of Citizens was enacted in order to be used as a weapon to charge people over the criticisms of the government. Prosecutions of journalists and lack of amendment to News Media Law despite the repeated demands of the journalists for a long time are the proof of NLD’s unwillingness for freedom of expression. This chapter describes free speech violations under NLD-led government by using existing laws and legal provision in detailed case by case. 8 Chapter (2): Freedom of Expression