UN forum backs rights to free online expression
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The United Nations Human Rights Council has, for the first time, said people have a right to freedom of expression on the Internet.
The body then called on all states to protect it.
In speeches, both China and Cuba voiced reservations, but joined the consensus at the 47-member state forum which adopted a resolution presented by Sweden and backed by countries including the United States.


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