The original article was published by Meydan TV. Below is a translated and edited version of the original.
Azerbaijan’s President, Ilham Aliyev, has signed a decree to improve children’s safety on social media.
The decree introduces age restrictions on children registering on social platforms and mandates the development and enforcement of rules governing the use of mobile phones and other electronic devices in schools.
Educational programs will now include digital literacy, cybersecurity, and responsible online behavior. Awareness initiatives will be organized for parents, teachers, and students, and scientific research on children’s digital well-being will be conducted.
The Cabinet of Ministers has been instructed to draft the necessary legal regulations in cooperation with government agencies, experts, and civil society, and submit them to the President within three months. The Cabinet will also oversee the implementation of digital safety measures in schools and curricula and ensure the advancement of related research.