Korea in talks with US over 'anti-fake news' law
Discussion is ongoing between Seoul and Washington over amendments to Korea's Information and Networks Communication Act, as the U.S. has expressed concern over the potential impact it may have on American businesses here, National Security Adviser Wi Sung‑lac said, Friday. He said Washington’s concerns were partly reflected in the final text but not to the extent it might have hoped. Speaking to reporters at Cheong Wa Dae, Wi said the U.S. was consulted while the revision was being drafted. “There have been exchanges of opinions on the Network Act between officials of Korea and the U.S. As far as I know, there are parts where those views have been reflected. Of course the U.S. side would say the reflected parts are not sufficient and they may raise concerns afterward, but we intend to continue talks on the issue,” he said. The law, amended on Dec 24, 2025, introduces criminal penalties for the distribution of "false" or "manipulated" information online. The government and lawmakers of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea claim the overhaul was necessary to respond to “social hWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times
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