The Online Safety Act that was introduced in 2018 requires a biannual review, says Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade, Cooperatives, MSMEs and Communications Manoa Kamikamica.
He told Parliament since none had occurred as yet, so in recognition of this gap, the Government had prioritised the review of the Online Safety Act 2018.
“The Online Safety Commission is already working in close collaboration with the Fiji Law Reform Commission, the Attorney-General’s Office and the ministry to prepare for this important process, which will include national comprehensive consultations,” Mr Kamikamica said.
“The areas that are being considered subject to the consultation outcomes include strengthening definitions, new categories of offences, expanding regulatory powers and safeguards, stronger penalties for non-compliance with the law, and broadening the scope of online harm covered under the law.
“The review and its amendments will ensure that the law continues to safeguard our citizens, especially the most vulnerable, against the evolving challenges of online activity.”
He said Government remained committed to ensuring that our laws kept pace with the realities of the digital age, including combating misinformation and disinformation.
