Archive · 12 Dec 2025
Pakistan Threatens Ban on Social Media Platforms
Pakistan's government has warned social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) that they might be banned if they don't follow the country's rules.
The government says X is not helping enough and is being unfair.
They mentioned that Brazil also banned X because it didn't follow their rules.
The government wants these platforms to open offices in Pakistan and remove harmful content.
They are also looking into posts made from the account of Imran Khan, who is in prison.
The government is serious and might take action if the platforms don't listen.
Some people think X has double standards because it quickly removes posts about Palestine but not other harmful content.
Pakistan's government warns social media platforms of potential ban for non-cooperation.
X (formerly Twitter) is criticized for the least cooperation among major social networks.
Government cites Brazil's ban on X as an example of enforcement.
Pakistan has asked platforms to open local offices and remove harmful content.
Investigations are ongoing regarding Imran Khan's X account and its operation during his imprisonment.
- Who
- Pakistan's Minister of State for Law and Justice, Barrister Aqeel Malik, and Deputy Interior Minister Talal Chaudhry
- What
- Warning to social media platforms about potential ban for non-compliance and spreading extremist content
- When
- Ongoing, with recent reminders issued
- Where
- Pakistan
- Why
- Non-cooperation with regulatory authorities and concerns over terrorism, misinformation, and disinformation
Pakistan Government
Social Media Platforms (X)
Cooperation with Government
Pakistan Government
Social media platforms, especially X, must comply with Pakistani regulations and open local offices.
Social Media Platforms (X)
X is unwilling to fully cooperate with the Pakistani government's demands.
Content Moderation
Pakistan Government
X has double standards in content moderation, quickly removing posts related to Palestine but not addressing misinformation and propaganda.
Social Media Platforms (X)
X has not publicly commented on the specific allegations but has faced similar criticism in other countries.
- Platforms Warned
- X (formerly Twitter) and others
- Reason for Warning
- Non-cooperation with regulatory authorities and spread of extremist content
- Potential Action
- Ban on non-compliant platforms
- Example Cited
- Brazil's ban on X
- Brazil's Fine
- USD 5.2 million
- Pakistan's Request
- Open local offices and remove harmful content
- Imran Khan's Status
- Imprisoned since August 2023
- X Users in Pakistan
- Approximately 4.5 million
- Identified Accounts
- 19 X platforms operating from India and over two dozen from Afghanistan
Sources
Pakistan warns social media platforms of potential ban over non-cooperation: Report
Will Ban Social Media Platforms If They Don't Cooperate, Warns Pak Minister
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