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Indonesia announces a ban on social media access for children under 16 amid what the government calls a digital emergency. Communications Minister Meutya Hafid says the rules will begin March 28, targeting platforms like YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. The policy aims to protect minors from online fraud, pornography, cyberbullying, and addiction, though experts warn enforcement may be difficult.
Friday, 6 March, 2026