The Mexican Association for the Right to Information has expressed concern about the approval in Committees of a telecommunications law by the federal government, which they warn promotes political control and digital exclusion in Mexico. Jorge Bravo, president of AMEDI, described this proposal as a "counter-reform of the 4T", stating that this legislation blocks platforms and rights without promoting the desired freedom or convergence.
Bravo particularly criticized the "fast track" approval process of the initiative, without consultation with the sectors involved, which he deemed unacceptable. He emphasized that the proposed change would turn the autonomous regulator into an omnipotent agency at the service of political power, instead of safeguarding the interests of citizens. He also expressed his concern about Article 109 of the law, which would allow the agency to temporarily shut down digital platforms, considering it a contradiction as it goes against enabling fundamental digital rights such as freedom of expression.
Regarding the possibility of social networks being used by organized crime, Bravo acknowledged the existence of harmful content but highlighted the importance of addressing them individually and based on investigations and judicial decisions. He criticized the concentration of power that would occur in the new telecommunications agency, arguing that leaving decisions in the hands of a single person makes it a political body, in contrast to a collegiate body like the IFT.
Finally, Bravo urged that the legislation be debated with all the involved actors to achieve a genuine transformation of the digital ecosystem in Mexico. He highlighted the collaborative nature of the internet and warned about the negative impact that the elimination of accounts and users could have, thus limiting the opportunities and dissemination of knowledge generated by millions of people online.
