Social media users in Vietnam will face mandatory identity verification under Decree 147. Critics argue that it further undermines freedom of expression and increases risks for dissidents.
The law demands tech companies to store user data and provides authorities power to request content removal. This move aligns Vietnam's censorship laws with those of China.
Rights activist Nguyen Hoang Vi warned that the decree might foster self-censorship among citizens, stifling dissent and ultimately harming the country's democratic values.
Officials defend Decree 147 as a necessary measure for national security and social order, dismissing critics who argue it mimics China's oppressive internet policies.
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