US and Over 60 Countries Announce 'New Internet Order' Declaration... South Korea Not Included

[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] On the 28th (local time), the U.S. administration under Joe Biden announced a declaration to establish a new internet order with over 60 countries including Europe, Japan, Australia, and Taiwan. South Korea was not included this time.

According to the White House, the declaration centers on ▲ protecting the freedom and human rights of all people ▲ promoting a global internet that leads the free flow of information ▲ network accessibility so that everyone can benefit from the digital economy ▲ strengthening trust in the digital ecosystem including privacy protection. This is the first time the U.S. has led and publicly released an internet-related declaration.

In a press release, the White House stated, "The internet is innovative and offers unprecedented opportunities to people worldwide. However, it also generates serious policy challenges," pointing out that some countries are practicing 'digital dictatorship' by suppressing freedom of expression, censoring news, interfering in elections, spreading fake news, and denying human rights.

In particular, this declaration is seen as aligned with the U.S.'s efforts to check China and Russia. A senior U.S. official criticized Russia’s disinformation campaigns and news censorship related to the Ukraine war, saying, "Russia, together with China, is a leader of a dangerous new model of internet policy."

The declaration was joined by the European Union (EU) Commission, major European countries, as well as key allies such as Japan, Australia, and Canada. Over 60 countries including Taiwan, Colombia, Albania, Argentina, Jamaica, Kosovo, Kenya, Latvia, Malta, and Nigeria were listed. However, South Korea was not included in this list. It is reported that South Korea is currently reviewing the impact on its internet industry internally, and the decision has been delayed due to the upcoming new government inauguration.

Ruth Berry, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Information and Communications Policy at the U.S. Department of State, said at a press briefing, "This declaration announcement is only the beginning," adding that it is open to all countries that share the vision and hopes that the number of participating countries will increase over the coming months.

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