Discussion of Legislative Proposals on Internet Freedom and Digital Rights (video)

On June 25, within the framework of the “Digital Agenda” initiative, an online discussion was held, aiming to introduce to the stakeholders the package of legislative proposals promoting the freedom of the Internet and digital rights in the Republic of Armenia. The event was organized within the framework of the “Internet Freedom and Rights Protection Program”, which is part…

Legal overview of restrictions on human rights and fundamental freedoms and introduced in the Republic of Armenia to contain the COVID-19 pandemic

In response to the increasing threat of COVID-19 outbreak, the Armenian Government declared a state of emergency (Government Decree No 298-N of 16 March 2020) forcing unprecedented restrictions on civil rights and fundamental freedoms. The authorities have imposed far-reaching restrictions, inter alia, on cross-border travel and media reporting on certain topics including individuals’ posts on personal web pages and…

Explanatory Memorandum on Proposed Changes and Amendments to the Armenian Legislation Aimed to Promote Internet Freedom Policy

1. Amendments to the Law on Electronic Communication Two amendments to the Law on Electronic Communication are drafted to ensure users’ privacy and anonymity in the use of electronic communication services, as well as to ensure implementation of the network neutrality principle. The first of the proposed amendments (Article 49 – paragraph 1) is aimed to restrict service providers…