Kazakhstan is considering restricting social media registration for children under 16. The relevant norm has been included in a package of amendments currently being discussed by the government.

Vice Minister of Culture and Information Yevgeny Kochetov said that a complete ban on the internet for children is not yet being discussed. "We are talking about a norm that restricts the registration of children. The mechanisms have not yet been agreed upon," he stated.

Kazakhstan is not alone in this effort. Restricting social media for children is gradually becoming a global trend. In Australia, for example, since December last year, major platforms have been required to take measures to prevent users under 16 from creating accounts. These platforms include Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other popular services.

In Europe, the issue has also reached a high level. The European Parliament recently proposed setting a minimum age of 13 to 16 for access to social networks and video platforms, with access only allowed with parental consent.

Notably, last year Uzbekistan established a Center for the Development of Children's Content. It analyzes materials that may negatively affect children's upbringing and health, and also helps create content with local artists.

Source: podrobno.uz