‘Addiction is irreversible’: Hong Kong urged to ban under-16s from social media

Education experts and lawmakers in Hong Kong have proposed a legislative ban on social media access for individuals under the age of 16. The proposal, discussed during a panel session on Saturday, aims to mitigate rising concerns regarding youth addiction and the prevalence of cyberbullying within the region.

Proponents of the measure argue that Hong Kong should align its regulatory framework with international peers to address the perceived irreversible nature of digital addiction. While the call for a ban is gaining traction among some officials, advocates have emphasized that any such policy change would require broad social consensus before implementation.