Nepal Police Partners with TikTok to Combat Social Media Misuse

Kathmandu, November 6, 2023 – In a significant move to ensure the safe and responsible use of social media, the Nepal Police, represented by its Cyber Bureau, engaged in a collaborative discussion with the popular video-sharing platform TikTok, which is operated by its office in Singapore. The meeting, which took place on 3 November 2023, Friday, centered around strategic measures to counteract the proliferation of illegal content online.

Joint Effort Against Online Irregularities

• Automated Content Moderation: The discourse focused on implementing automated systems for the swift removal of content that violates legal standards.
• Proactive Measures: Actions to deter and identify individuals responsible for disseminating material that undermines social stability or promotes hate were high on the agenda.

Government’s Stance

Narayan Prasad Bhattarai, Joint Secretary and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Home Affairs emphasized the importance of such initiatives. He expressed that streamlined processes via TikTok would significantly contribute to eliminating content that threatens societal cohesion, incites animosity, or is otherwise objectionable.

• Ensuring Social Harmony: The new collaboration aims to protect ethnic, religious, and social harmony by curbing divisive content.
• Content Monitoring: A keen emphasis has been placed on identifying and taking action against publishers of illegal material.

Public Appeal

The statement released by Bhattarai also included a call to action for citizens, urging them to:

• Uphold Digital Citizenship: Individuals are encouraged to contribute positively to social media by sharing educational and harmonious content.
• Avoid Legal Repercussions: Users are reminded to steer clear of activities that could attract legal penalties due to illicit actions online.

This dialogue between the Nepal Police and TikTok signifies a proactive approach to fostering a safer digital environment. By promoting responsible content sharing, the partnership aims to safeguard the cultural and social fabric of Nepal against the backdrop of an increasingly digital society.