Meta Faces Allegations of Enabling Censorship, Stifling Free Speech

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing serious allegations of undermining free speech and facilitating censorship efforts aligned with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

According to a report by ANI, Meta has been accused of censoring content critical of the CCP and limiting the visibility of posts supporting democratic movements. Critics argue that these actions reflect a troubling trend of Big Tech platforms prioritizing access to Chinese markets over core democratic values.

The accusations highlight concerns that Meta’s content moderation policies are being weaponized to silence dissenting voices, especially those speaking out on human rights abuses in China, such as the repression of Uyghurs and the crackdown on Hong Kong’s pro-democracy protests.

Digital rights advocates warn that such censorship not only undermines global freedom of expression but also sets a dangerous precedent where tech giants become complicit in authoritarian agendas.

Meta has not yet issued a detailed response to the latest claims, but the controversy adds to growing scrutiny over the company’s role in regulating political discourse on its platforms worldwide.