Principles of Codification for the Laws and Regulations of the Internet with the Emphasis on UNESCO and European Council Documents

Abstract

AbstractNowadays, internet has a pivotal role in supporting the right for freedom ofexpression; by removing the restrictions of publication, search, and access toinformation, it has prepared the ground for the application of this fundamentalright. This new communication tool, like all other social topics, requireorganization through development of enforceable rules and regulations.Undoubtedly, to become effective process, it requires a true knowledge of thespecific characteristics of this media and new communication tools within thecontext of the society. In this essay– considering the current state of the internetand the possible changes that may occur in the short-term and regional andinternational experiences (UNESCO and European Council) – we attempted toidentify and introduce some principles for the codification of internet laws andregulations. It seems that these principles must be regarded in policy making.

Keywords

• internet rights
• freedom of expression
• regulation
• freedom of publication
• internet censorship