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Pakistan's government introduces VPN permits to combat usage

The Pakistani government has introduced a new policy requiring citizens to obtain permits for using Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), aiming to regulate and monitor internet usage more closely. This move comes in response to concerns over VPNs being used to bypass government censorship and access restricted content. The government argues that this measure is necessary for national security and to prevent illegal activities online. Critics, however, see it as an infringement on privacy and freedom of expression, fearing it could lead to increased surveillance and control over internet access. The policy has sparked a debate on the balance between security and individual rights in Pakistan.

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