Security News > 2022 > February > Internet 'spy system' delayed because nation can't get the equipment

The government of Cambodia has delayed implementation of its National Internet Gateway, because it is yet to acquire the equipment needed to operate the service.

The Gateway was announced in February 2021 and quickly attracted criticism on the basis its enabling legislation gives the regime - which has banned opposition parties from contesting elections - the power to force all internet traffic to or from the country, and within its borders, to pass through the Gateway.

Among the arguments the government has used to justify the Gateway is that it will improve social order and national security.

Evidently, during the same period, nothing at all was happening to build the vaunted Gateway.

The temple has a lovely bridge that would make a lovely spot from which to read the many stories and studies that criticize the Gateway.

Ministry spokespeople have said they'll eventually reveal when the Gateway will be implemented.

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