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This video is intended solely for educational purposes. The opinions shared by the guest are personal views. We do not intend to defame or harm any person, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help the audience make informed choices. 🔔 Subscribe to Pakistan Observer Podcast for more insightful conversations: /@pakistanobserverofficial Timestamps: 00:01:19 - Introduction 00:01:45 - Why does Twitter remain banned in Pakistan? 00:05:36 - Will X (Twitter) ever get unbanned in Pakistan? 00:06:22 - Why does Pakistan love the banning culture 00:09:24 - Digital bans and VPNs 00:14:24 - Usama and activism 00:18:34 - Pakistan’s history with the internet 00:22:33 - What is PECA? 00:25:01 - Pakistan vs India 00:29:56 - Usama’s advice to the government of Pakistan 00:34:04 - “I don’t use ChatGPT and here’s why” 00:39:23 - Surveillance around the world 00:42:42 - Aurat March 00:44:52 - Mera Jism Meri Marzi 00:46:45 - TikTok in Pakistan 00:48:12 - Pakistani YouTubers 00:50:24 - Usama’s favourite YouTuber 00:52:32 - Digital rights to know 00:54:14 - Starlink in Pakistan 00:56:11 - Usama’s Skincare routine About the Guest – Usama Khilji Usama Khilji is a Pakistani activist, writer, and digital rights advocate. He serves as the Director of Bolo Bhi, a policy and advocacy organization focusing on internet freedom and human rights. He is also the Vice Chair of the Global Network Initiative. About This Episode In this episode of the Pakistan Observer Podcast, we talk to Usama Khilji about Pakistan’s digital reality—from Twitter bans to PECA, VPN culture, and freedom of expression online. Usama explains why Pakistan has a long history of internet control, how legislation like PECA affects everyday users, and what the future holds for platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and even Starlink. He also shares his candid take on ChatGPT, surveillance, and the evolving conversation around Aurat March. Whether you're a student, a policymaker, or just someone who wants to understand how tech and rights collide in Pakistan, this episode is packed with context and clarity. Join the Conversation Have thoughts on digital rights, internet bans, or Pakistan’s tech policy? Drop them in the comments below! If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more deep-dives with change-makers and thought leaders. #pakistanobserverpodcast #PakistanObserver #UsamaKhilji #TwitterBanPakistan #PECA #ChatGPT #AuratMarch #StarlinkPakistan #Pakistan

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