The Nepal Telecom Wrote A Reply Letter To The Social Media Platform TikTok

The Nepal Telecommunications Authority has written a letter to the social media platform TikTok, requesting cooperation in implementing the decision of the Nepalese government to restrict its access within the country. The Chairman of the Authority, Purushottam Khanal, discussed this matter with the BBC, indicating that they have approached TikTok to support the government's decision for effective implementation.

Earlier, authorities responsible for public policy and government relations with South Asia had expressed concerns over the ban on TikTok, sending seven points of concern to the Nepal Telecommunications Authority. The decision by the Nepalese government to ban TikTok during the festive season has faced opposition from leaders of the ruling party, and the controversy has even reached the Supreme Court.

The response from the Nepal Telecommunications Authority:

In its response to the letter sent by TikTok, the Authority has affirmed its coordination with the government in enforcing the ban and has requested TikTok to comply accordingly. The letter mentions TikTok's negative impact on social harmony and the social environment, as cited by the government, leading to the decision to block TikTok within Nepal.

§  Tiktok Sent A Seven-Point Letter To The Authorities After It Was Banned In Nepal.

The letter from the Authority states, "The Nepalese government has directed the Nepal Telecommunications Authority to halt access to TikTok within Nepal. Therefore, we request your cooperation in implementing the government's decision, and we further request you to block TikTok within Nepal."

What was in TikTok's letter?

Previously, TikTok had expressed its astonishment at the government's decision to block the platform in Nepal through an official directive. TikTok's letter emphasized the economic harm to Nepali youth due to the ban and highlighted the platform's commitment to user safety. The letter also recalled the understanding with government bodies in Nepal and referenced seven points of agreement.

TikTok also mentioned its collaboration with the Nepal Telecommunications Authority in conducting the Internet Safety Awareness Campaign in Nepal. Additionally, TikTok had reported to the 'Trust and Safety Enforcement Tool (TET)' regarding any content violating local laws for the Nepalese government from June 7 to the present year.

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Despite expressing willingness for continued collaboration with the Nepalese government, TikTok disagreed with the decision to ban and echoed the principles of freedom of speech and expression.