These threats are only getting more sophisticated. DigitalReach's revised strategy is about making sure at-risk communities in Southeast Asia can understand, advocate against, and protect themselves from digital repression.

3⃣ The progressive People’s Party remains a primary target of political attacks, continuing a pattern seen since the 2023 election. In the context of the 2026 general election, disinformation targeting the party is predominantly generated by right-wing accounts and pages.

3️⃣ Regional trends ⚠️ All eight countries saw sophisticated state‑led information control. 🤖 Platforms are under mounting pressure to comply with government censorship orders. 👁‍🗨 States have increased their influence over telcos.