Disinformation poses a threat to both states and the international community in addition to endangering regions, Türkiye's Communications Director Altun warns after Twitter quit EU's voluntary rulebook last week
Türkiye will continue to fight disinformation in a “decisive manner,” Altun says. / Photo: AA Archive
"International cooperation and commitment are an important part of the fight against disinformation," said Fahrettin Altun on Tuesday. Altun's statements came after Twitter decided last week to withdraw from the EU's Voluntary Code of Practice Against Disinformation, a development member states reacted to with concern and alarm.
Jean-Noel Barrot, France’s minister for digital transition and telecommunications, last week told broadcaster Franceinfo that Twitter could be banned in the European Union if it violates the rules.Responding to Barrot’s remarks, Altun said:"We fully understand why Mr. Barrot deeply cares about public order," but added:"What we cannot understand, however, is why our Western colleagues conveniently ignore Türkiye’s considerations.
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