UAE sets minimum social media age at 15, mandates age checks
The UAE has implemented a minimum age of 15 for social media use, requiring platforms to enforce strict age verification and parental controls. This move makes the UAE the first Arab nation to enact such restrictions to protect children from online risks.
Why it matters
This regulation reflects a growing global trend of governments intervening in social media access to mitigate the impact of digital platforms on youth mental health and safety.
The United Arab Emirates has set a minimum age of 15 for social media use, becoming the first Arab country to introduce such a restriction as governments worldwide seek to address growing concerns over the impact of online platforms on children.
The report provides a straightforward account of the new government policy and its stated objectives without editorializing.
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