Myanmar proposes d£ath sentence for cybercrime offences

Blueprint | 14-05-2026 09:37pm |

The military-led government of Myanmar has put forward a parliamentary bill that seeks to impose the death penalty for specific cybercrime offences. This proposal particularly targets cases that involve violent coercion associated with cyber activities. The legislation reflects the government's ongoing efforts to address what it perceives as a growing threat posed by cybercriminals in the country. If enacted, this bill would mark a significant escalation in the legal consequences for cyber-related crimes in Myanmar.

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