In essence, the 2023 U.N. Internet Governance Forum in Saudi Arabia unearths a profound dichotomy between the kingdom’s aspirations to be seen as a global leader in digital dialogue and its longstanding record of silencing dissent. Amidst grand discussions about a safe and inclusive digital future, the shadows of repression loom large, spotlighting the urgent need for genuine reforms that align rhetoric with action. The voices of activists echo in the background, calling for freedom and justice, reminding us that true progress cannot flourish while rights are shackled.
Saudi Arabia’s Internet Forum: A Stage for Dialogue or Digital Dissent?
