Thailand: Computer Crime Act, 2017 (ICCPR), Thailand must ensure that any of its laws attempting to regulate electronic and Internet-based modes of expression comply with Article 19 of the ICCPR as interpreted by the UN Human Rights Committee (HR Committee) and that they are in line with the special The analysis not only highlights concerns and conflicts with international human rights standards within the Amended Act but also actively seeks to offer constructive recommendations on how the Act can be improved. We explain the ways in which problematic provisions in the Amended Act can be made compatible with international standards on freedom of expression and privacy and set out key recommendations at the end of each section. ARTICLE 19 urges the drafters of the Amended Act and the relevant committees in charge of scrutinising it to address the shortcomings identified above to ensure the compatibility of the Act with international standards of freedom of expression. We stand ready to provide further assistance in this process. ARTICLE 19 Free Word Centre, 60 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3GA Page 6 of 24 www.article19.org +44 20 7324 2500