Threat to FoE --- Data localisation policies and enforcing cyber sovereignty could have potential consequences for freedom of expression for internet users as well as consequences for intermediaries. With cloud computing and servers spread out across different jurisdictions, states now have to go through a mandated legal process of requesting data on citizens from foreign jurisdictions. With data localisation, states will have immediate access to data of citizens to take down or censor, and can impose harsh penalties on intermediaries who do not comply.

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