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This research study seeks to identify the various surveillance and censorship technologies and
strategies deployed by the government and military in Myanmar In doing so the study utilizes a
diverse combination of analytical methods including technical network measurements interviews
and key research analysis of newspaper archives media reports and government publications
Throughout the overall assessment process the study focuses not only on technology but also on
offline spaces and legal loopholes which tend to obscure transparency and allow the authorities in
Myanmar to implement surveillance and censorship practices in unchecked manners
The goal of this project is to shine a light on these troublesome tactics helping both the people of
Myanmar as well as other internet freedom researchers around the world In countries such as
Myanmar where information on existing surveillance practices is limited this type of research is all
the more difficult and important to conduct It is therefore the hope of this study the information
produced by this research serves as a seed that will ultimately sprout and grow into a tree of
resistance hope and change
The study begins with an overview of Myanmar s relevant political and internet based background
Next the study s methodologies and limitations are discussed The core of the study is then devoted
to findings from research and measurements followed by findings from interviews Finally the study
finishes with concluding thoughts and key acknowledgements