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With the recurrence of network disruptions during demonstrations in Jordan, the Jordan Open Source Association (JOSA) reaffirms the right of Jordanians to access the Internet. It is the duty of the state and that of telecommunication companies to guarantee safe and unhindered Internet access.

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Jordan Open Source Association

17 March 2021

In the wake of the frequent Internet blocking such as Facebook live streaming and other applications - a practice observed since 2018 - JOSA demands once again from authorities to clarify the mechanisms and reasons behind these disruptions, and call for more transparency on how the Internet is controlled in Jordan.

JOSA calls on the government to (1) ensure that these network disruptions do not recur, (2) keep all Internet services open and available to the public, and (3) inform the public of any possible Internet service interruptions. JOSA also calls on telecommunication companies and ISPs to provide Internet access without restrictions and in a secure manner.

JOSA recognises the role of technologies in bringing about social change, and its role in the enjoyment of the rights enshrined in the Jordanian Constitution. All stakeholders must ensure that these online channels are always on in order to guarantee the participation of people in public affairs.

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Jordan Open Source Association

Public statements from Jordan Open Source Association (JOSA), we promote open technologies in Jordan and defend the rights of technology users in Jordan.

JOSA: In light of the latest Internet shutdowns, the right to Internet access without restrictions must be ensured

With the recurrence of network disruptions during demonstrations in Jordan, the Jordan Open Source Association (JOSA) reaffirms the right of Jordanians to access the Internet. It is the duty of the state and that of telecommunication companies to guarantee safe and unhindered Internet access.