Myanmar junta's VPN block poses 'major threat,' say analysts

washington — Access to independent media has been tightly restricted in Myanmar since the military coup in 2021. But now, the junta is also blocking VPNs, in what analysts say marks an escalation in censorship. The military — also known as the Tatmadaw — is now actively blocking virtual private networks, or VPNs, which help internet users bypass restrictions to access websites, as well as social media and messaging platforms. Analysts believe the junta may be using technology from a Chinese company to enforce the blocks.