Indonesia & Republic of Ireland

Indonesia: Indonesia has banned social media access for children under 16, aligning with other countries in implementing age restrictions.

Republic of Ireland: Ireland is working with European Union partners to develop age restrictions and age-assurance systems for under-16s, showing a collaborative approach to regulation.

Indonesia: Indonesia began enforcing a social media ban for users under 16 in March and has issued summons letters to Alphabet Inc. and Meta for non-compliance.

Republic of Ireland: Republic of Ireland's government has advocated for an EU-level decision on social media age restrictions but is prepared to take domestic action if necessary.

Indonesia: Indonesia has announced plans or introduced legislation for age-based restrictions on children's social media access, following Australia's pioneering ban. This event demonstrates the growing international adoption of similar regulatory frameworks.

Republic of Ireland: Republic of Ireland is considering social media verification measures, influenced by Australia's pioneering ban.

Indonesia: Indonesia condemned Israel's interdiction of an activist flotilla attempting to challenge the naval blockade on Gaza.

Republic of Ireland: Republic of Ireland condemned Israel's interdiction of an activist flotilla attempting to challenge the naval blockade on Gaza.