COLOMBO -- Controversial legislation moving through Sri Lanka's parliament is raising concerns about freedom of expression ahead of elections expected next year.
An Online Safety Bill presented to the legislature this past week has drawn sharp criticism, including from former Human Rights Commissioner Ambika Satkunanathan, who described it as another "draconian law" aimed at curbing dissent.
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