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Chiara Castro

How censorship is breaking the internet in Pakistan

Silhouette of muslim woman in head scarf with Pakistan flag at blue sunset sky.

Pakistanis have been battling painfully slow internet connections for almost a month – an incident that strikes a hard blow to the national economy. While the problem is certainly undeniable, it isn't yet clear who's to blame for it.

Experts hold the government responsible for Pakistan's internet downfall, accusing authorities of actively building a China-style firewall. 

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