Paving the way for state surveillance over social media networks in Egypt, writer of the social media draft law MP Rayed Abdel Sattar told Egypt Independent on Sunday that 60 MPs have approved its potential discussion in Parliament. Before the draft law takes the floor in a general session, the bill will first be referred to the Parliaments Legislative and Constructional committees for revision. Prior to its referral to the parliamentary committee, Egypt Independent received a copy of the social networks draft law. Those who use social media networks without permission from the government will be referred to trial. Abdel Sattar said: "This statement from Facebook aligns with the goals of the draft law.

Source: Egypt Independent April 30, 2017 14:26 UTC