What countries had the most internet shutdowns in Asia Pacific 2025?

Myanmar led with 95, India 65, Pakistan 20. Afghanistan, Nepal, others trailed.

Why are internet shutdowns used in Myanmar?

Military coup turned them into war tools—silencing foes, blocking aid during quakes and fights.

Can internet shutdowns be stopped?

Resistance grows: Bangladesh pushes bans, global reports pressure govs. Tech like Starlink fights back.

195 Blackouts in One Region: Asia Pacific's Internet Shutdown Crisis of 2025

Not one day in 2025 went internet-free somewhere in Asia Pacific. 195 shutdowns across 11 countries crushed voices, aid, and innovation—half the globe's total.

theAIcatchup Apr 08, 2026 3 min read

Darkened map of Asia Pacific with red blackout icons over Myanmar, India, Pakistan

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Asia Pacific drove 195 of 313 global shutdowns in 2025, led by Myanmar's 95. 𝕏
Shutdowns hinder emergencies, protests, and tech innovation—but spark decentralized AI alternatives. 𝕏
Signs of pushback: Bangladesh eyes bans; cross-border and non-state actors expand the threat. 𝕏

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