Cyber sovereignty is the principle that states have the right to govern and control the internet and digital information flows within their national borders, similar to traditional notions of territorial sovereignty. It emphasizes state authority over cyberspace to enforce laws, regulate content, and protect national security. The concept contrasts with ideas of an open, borderless internet and is central to debates on internet governance, censorship, and cyber security.

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