KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has accepted a memorandum on school safety as chants demanding her resignation filled the air in a moment defined by mutual defiance from both sides.The memorandum handover saw Fadhlina receiving a copy of the document alongside her deputy, Wong Kah Woh, as well as several security personnel and officers just outside the Parliament gates this morning.The crowd of students, activists, and concerned members of the public had begun gathering outside the Parliament building at around 11.20am after a short protest march from Taman Tugu, during which repeated calls were made for Fadhlina to vacate her ministerial post.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old schoolmate in Bandar Utama on Oct 14.No plea was entered as the case is under the jurisdiction of the High Court.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has accepted a memorandum on school safety as chants demanding her resignation filled the air in a moment defined by mutual defiance from both sides.The memorandum handover saw Fadhlina receiving a copy of the document alongside her deputy, Wong Kah Woh, as well as several security personnel and officers just outside the Parliament gates this morning.The crowd of students, activists, and concerned members of the public had begun gathering outside the Parliament building at around 11.20am after a short protest march from Taman Tugu, during which repeated calls were made for Fadhlina to vacate her ministerial post.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old schoolmate in Bandar Utama on Oct 14.No plea was entered as the case is under the jurisdiction of the High Court.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: 'Undur menteri' chants echo as Fadhlina accepts memo; 14-year-old charged with murder

United States (US) President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia this Sunday, Oct 26, to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit taking place in the capital.Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the president’s attendance was confirmed at last Friday’s Cabinet meeting.

United States (US) President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia this Sunday, Oct 26, to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit taking place in the capital.Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the president’s attendance was confirmed at last Friday’s Cabinet meeting.

[Full video] Trump will arrive in Malaysia on Sunday, Oct 26, says Fahmi

A DAP lawmaker has poured cold water on PAS’ repeated call to ban alcohol on Malaysia Airlines, mockingly suggesting that the Islamist party instead start its own air service company.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat today, backbencher Lim Lip Eng (Harapan-Kepong) slammed the “undemocratic” proposal from the opposition party, highlighting that the option to consume alcoholic beverages is an individual right afforded to non-Muslims.

A DAP lawmaker has poured cold water on PAS’ repeated call to ban alcohol on Malaysia Airlines, mockingly suggesting that the Islamist party instead start its own air service company.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat today, backbencher Lim Lip Eng (Harapan-Kepong) slammed the “undemocratic” proposal from the opposition party, highlighting that the option to consume alcoholic beverages is an individual right afforded to non-Muslims.

'Start your own airline' - MP hits back at PAS' call to ban alcohol on MAS

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has accepted a memorandum on school safety as chants demanding her resignation filled the air in a moment defined by mutual defiance from both sides.The memorandum handover saw Fadhlina receiving a copy of the document alongside her deputy, Wong Kah Woh, as well as several security personnel and officers just outside the Parliament gates this morning.The crowd of students, activists, and concerned members of the public had begun gathering outside the Parliament building at around 11.20am after a short protest march from Taman Tugu, during which repeated calls were made for Fadhlina to vacate her ministerial post.

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has accepted a memorandum on school safety as chants demanding her resignation filled the air in a moment defined by mutual defiance from both sides.The memorandum handover saw Fadhlina receiving a copy of the document alongside her deputy, Wong Kah Woh, as well as several security personnel and officers just outside the Parliament gates this morning.The crowd of students, activists, and concerned members of the public had begun gathering outside the Parliament building at around 11.20am after a short protest march from Taman Tugu, during which repeated calls were made for Fadhlina to vacate her ministerial post.

'Turun!' - Group hands memorandum on school safety to Fadhlina

The government will be offering up to 70 percent discounts on traffic summonses until the end of this year before enforcing newer and more standardised regulations by the start of 2026, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.Speaking at a press conference in Parliament today, they said the discounts will be available between Nov 1 and Dec 30 this year.The ministers said this is a move to incentivise Malaysians to settle their fines before a new policy under the tagline, “the less you delay, the less you pay,” takes off on Jan 1, 2026.

The government will be offering up to 70 percent discounts on traffic summonses until the end of this year before enforcing newer and more standardised regulations by the start of 2026, said Transport Minister Anthony Loke and Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.Speaking at a press conference in Parliament today, they said the discounts will be available between Nov 1 and Dec 30 this year.The ministers said this is a move to incentivise Malaysians to settle their fines before a new policy under the tagline, “the less you delay, the less you pay,” takes off on Jan 1, 2026.

[Full video] Govt offering final discount of up to 70pct on traffic summonses

Putrajaya will decide whether to appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling on Sabah’s 40 percent share of federal revenue after obtaining the advice of the attorney-general, said Anwar Ibrahim.During a special briefing session at the Dewan Rakyat, the prime minister told the house that any decision would be in the best interests of all.

Putrajaya will decide whether to appeal the Kota Kinabalu High Court's ruling on Sabah’s 40 percent share of federal revenue after obtaining the advice of the attorney-general, said Anwar Ibrahim.During a special briefing session at the Dewan Rakyat, the prime minister told the house that any decision would be in the best interests of all.

Govt to decide next action after AG's advice, says Anwar on Sabah's 40 pct revenue

Another DAP leader has urged Perikatan Nasional parties to publicly state their stance on PAS MP Ahmad Marzuk Shaary’s “seditious provocation”, likening Malaysia’s situation to Palestine.DAP’s Ipoh Timor MP Howard Lee argued that PAS and PN’s leadership as a whole must take immediate and unequivocal action against Marzuk’s remark, which the backbencher labelled as “recklessly seditious, inflammatory, and utterly irresponsible”.

Another DAP leader has urged Perikatan Nasional parties to publicly state their stance on PAS MP Ahmad Marzuk Shaary’s “seditious provocation”, likening Malaysia’s situation to Palestine.DAP’s Ipoh Timor MP Howard Lee argued that PAS and PN’s leadership as a whole must take immediate and unequivocal action against Marzuk’s remark, which the backbencher labelled as “recklessly seditious, inflammatory, and utterly irresponsible”.

PN must take action against PAS MP for M'sia-Palestine remarks - DAP MP

A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old schoolmate in Bandar Utama on Oct 14.The charge under Section 302 of the Penal Code was read out behind closed doors at the Magistrate's Court in Petaling Jaya today.However, the media reported that no plea was entered as the case is under the jurisdiction of the High Court.

A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old schoolmate in Bandar Utama on Oct 14.The charge under Section 302 of the Penal Code was read out behind closed doors at the Magistrate's Court in Petaling Jaya today.However, the media reported that no plea was entered as the case is under the jurisdiction of the High Court.

Bandar Utama stabbing case: 14-year-old charged with murder

About 100 traditional fishing boats surrounded and chased away a Petronas survey ship in waters off Ketapang, Madura Island, in Indonesia, last week.Videos on social media showed a group of wooden fishing vessels approaching and encircling the Petronas vessel at about noon on Oct 17.Fisherfolk on board the boats could be seen shouting at the Petronas vessel, Prospero 9, to stop its operations and leave the area immediately.

About 100 traditional fishing boats surrounded and chased away a Petronas survey ship in waters off Ketapang, Madura Island, in Indonesia, last week.Videos on social media showed a group of wooden fishing vessels approaching and encircling the Petronas vessel at about noon on Oct 17.Fisherfolk on board the boats could be seen shouting at the Petronas vessel, Prospero 9, to stop its operations and leave the area immediately.

Indonesian fisherfolk confront and chase off Petronas vessel

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Dr Mahathir Mohamad sued Anwar Ibrahim because the latter’s allegedly defamatory statements held more weight after he became prime minister compared to when he was the opposition chief, the Shah Alam High Court heard today.In his RM150 million defamation suit, the 100-year-old former prime minister said Anwar had always claimed the former had amassed personal wealth when in power, even before the latter ascended to premiership.'When he became the prime minister (and) said the same accusations, it became very effective and this effect, reflecting what Anwar said to me, could be seen on social media, meaning that these accusations against me are stronger now than when he was not the prime minister,' said Mahathir.Meanwhile, in a separate story, US President Donald Trump said he will soon travel to Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea.This is the first time Trump has publicly spoken about his plans to visit Malaysia and Japan as well. ___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Dr Mahathir Mohamad sued Anwar Ibrahim because the latter’s allegedly defamatory statements held more weight after he became prime minister compared to when he was the opposition chief, the Shah Alam High Court heard today.In his RM150 million defamation suit, the 100-year-old former prime minister said Anwar had always claimed the former had amassed personal wealth when in power, even before the latter ascended to premiership.'When he became the prime minister (and) said the same accusations, it became very effective and this effect, reflecting what Anwar said to me, could be seen on social media, meaning that these accusations against me are stronger now than when he was not the prime minister,' said Mahathir.Meanwhile, in a separate story, US President Donald Trump said he will soon travel to Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea.This is the first time Trump has publicly spoken about his plans to visit Malaysia and Japan as well. ___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: I sued Anwar as his slander carries more weight as PM - Dr M; Trump confirms M'sia visit

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is seriously considering attending the 47th Asean Summit, albeit there’s no confirmation so far.Anwar stated that the Russian delegate had only officially confirmed the attendance of its deputy prime minister, while maintaining that Putin had expressed interest towards attending the summit during their August meetup in Beijing.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin is seriously considering attending the 47th Asean Summit, albeit there’s no confirmation so far.Anwar stated that the Russian delegate had only officially confirmed the attendance of its deputy prime minister, while maintaining that Putin had expressed interest towards attending the summit during their August meetup in Beijing.

Putin mulls attending Asean Summit, deputy PM confirmed for now, says Anwar

The Louvre Museum in Paris closed to the public on Sunday after a robbery in which nine items of great historical value were stolen.At around 09:30 local time Sunday, a gang of four burglars broke into the museum's Apollo Gallery -- home to the French Crown Jewels and other treasures -- by smashing the gallery's windows with angle grinders after hoisting themselves up from outside on a cherry picker.The Louvre's management had previously warned of infrastructure problems affecting the preservation and security of its collections, pending a major renovation program.

The Louvre Museum in Paris closed to the public on Sunday after a robbery in which nine items of great historical value were stolen.At around 09:30 local time Sunday, a gang of four burglars broke into the museum's Apollo Gallery -- home to the French Crown Jewels and other treasures -- by smashing the gallery's windows with angle grinders after hoisting themselves up from outside on a cherry picker.The Louvre's management had previously warned of infrastructure problems affecting the preservation and security of its collections, pending a major renovation program.

Visitors shocked by robbery at Louvre museum

The police will refer their investigation paper on the school stabbing which claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl to the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) today.Petaling Jaya district police chief Shamsudin Mamat confimed the matter to Malaysiakini.“We have obtained an extended period of remand on the suspect, starting today till Oct 28, and we will also be referring the investigation paper to prosecutors for their consideration,” he said.

The police will refer their investigation paper on the school stabbing which claimed the life of a 16-year-old girl to the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) today.Petaling Jaya district police chief Shamsudin Mamat confimed the matter to Malaysiakini.“We have obtained an extended period of remand on the suspect, starting today till Oct 28, and we will also be referring the investigation paper to prosecutors for their consideration,” he said.

Remand for suspect in stabbing case extended until Oct 28

A video has emerged showing businessperson Albert Tei discussing the transfer of RM150,000 with Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) deputy president Jahid Jahim.The one-minute video, posted on Oct 19 by the whistleblower Telegram channel Edisi Siasat, started with Tei discussing a mining project with the incumbent Tamparuli assemblyperson. Tei told the politician that initially, the project was ongoing, but there were many issues including forestry.Malaysiakini has contacted Jahid for a response to the video.Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758575Credit: https://t.me/MY_edisisiasat/19724

A video has emerged showing businessperson Albert Tei discussing the transfer of RM150,000 with Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) deputy president Jahid Jahim.The one-minute video, posted on Oct 19 by the whistleblower Telegram channel Edisi Siasat, started with Tei discussing a mining project with the incumbent Tamparuli assemblyperson. Tei told the politician that initially, the project was ongoing, but there were many issues including forestry.Malaysiakini has contacted Jahid for a response to the video.Full story: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758575Credit: https://t.me/MY_edisisiasat/19724

Another alleged graft video hits PBS, this time against deputy president

United States President Donald Trump said he will soon travel to Malaysia as well as Japan, and South Korea.He said this in response to a question from a reporter after a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the White House yesterday.

United States President Donald Trump said he will soon travel to Malaysia as well as Japan, and South Korea.He said this in response to a question from a reporter after a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the White House yesterday.

Trump confirms upcoming trip to Malaysia

About 100 balloons in Yap Shing Xuen’s favourite shades of blue filled the sky above the Nirvana Centre in Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur, this morning, as family and friends said their final farewell before she was taken to Nirvana Memorial Park in Shah Alam for cremation and interment.According to media reports, family members, friends, and teachers released the balloons in a quiet tribute, following a 100m funeral procession led by Yap’s elder sister and a white hearse carrying her casket.News - https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758555

About 100 balloons in Yap Shing Xuen’s favourite shades of blue filled the sky above the Nirvana Centre in Seputeh, Kuala Lumpur, this morning, as family and friends said their final farewell before she was taken to Nirvana Memorial Park in Shah Alam for cremation and interment.According to media reports, family members, friends, and teachers released the balloons in a quiet tribute, following a 100m funeral procession led by Yap’s elder sister and a white hearse carrying her casket.News - https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758555

Stabbing victim's favourite colours fill the sky as mourners bid farewell

A video clip has surfaced on whistleblower Telegram channel Edisi Siasat today showing Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) acting president Dr Joachim Gunsalam allegedly discussing money with businessperson Albert Tei.According to a caption at the beginning of the clip and its time stamp, the discussion allegedly occurred last year at Gunsalam's office at the Sabah Local Government and Housing Ministry in Kota Kinabalu.The full context of the conversation was not clearly stated, but it was understood to be over a cancelled mineral exploration project.More: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758473Credit https://t.me/MY_edisisiasat/19709

A video clip has surfaced on whistleblower Telegram channel Edisi Siasat today showing Parti Bersatu Sabah (PBS) acting president Dr Joachim Gunsalam allegedly discussing money with businessperson Albert Tei.According to a caption at the beginning of the clip and its time stamp, the discussion allegedly occurred last year at Gunsalam's office at the Sabah Local Government and Housing Ministry in Kota Kinabalu.The full context of the conversation was not clearly stated, but it was understood to be over a cancelled mineral exploration project.More: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/758473Credit https://t.me/MY_edisisiasat/19709

Video clip surfaces showing PBS chief discussing money with Albert

The Football Association of Malaysia’s (FAM) press conference today became tense as reporters grilled officials over the case of seven “heritage” players suspended by the International Federation of Association Football (Fifa) for allegedly falsifying documents over their Malaysian lineage.The session, chaired by FAM deputy president S Sivasundaram, was initially expected to provide clarity on Fifa’s investigation into the players’ status.Instead, it devolved into a heated back-and-forth marked by disputes and factual confusion.

The Football Association of Malaysia’s (FAM) press conference today became tense as reporters grilled officials over the case of seven “heritage” players suspended by the International Federation of Association Football (Fifa) for allegedly falsifying documents over their Malaysian lineage.The session, chaired by FAM deputy president S Sivasundaram, was initially expected to provide clarity on Fifa’s investigation into the players’ status.Instead, it devolved into a heated back-and-forth marked by disputes and factual confusion.

Tense moments at FAM press conference as officials grilled over ‘heritage’ player issue

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) will establish an independent committee to investigate the case involving seven “heritage players” suspended by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) over allegations of falsifying documents over their Malaysian ancestry.FAM deputy president S Sivasundaram also confirmed that the association’s secretary-general Noor Azman Rahman has been suspended with immediate effect.

The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) will establish an independent committee to investigate the case involving seven “heritage players” suspended by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) over allegations of falsifying documents over their Malaysian ancestry.FAM deputy president S Sivasundaram also confirmed that the association’s secretary-general Noor Azman Rahman has been suspended with immediate effect.

FAM suspends sec-gen, to form independent committee to probe heritage player issue

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today gave a firm reminder to schools and parents to fully cooperate in addressing bullying in educational institutions, and warned them against protecting perpetrators for the sake of preserving a school’s image.He said some school administrators and parent-teacher associations (PTAs) tend to downplay or conceal bullying cases, seeing them as minor or non-serious, but such attitudes only risk worsening the issue in the long term."A reminder to schools: do not protect bullies, even in minor cases. Bullying is still a crime. Not everything should be considered a light offence," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the government is mulling establishing police presence at schools in response to a surge of violent incidents in schools nationwide.Addressing a press conference after the cabinet meeting today, government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil said the cabinet had discussed the matter from an aspect that considered the “omnipresent” nature of the police force.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today gave a firm reminder to schools and parents to fully cooperate in addressing bullying in educational institutions, and warned them against protecting perpetrators for the sake of preserving a school’s image.He said some school administrators and parent-teacher associations (PTAs) tend to downplay or conceal bullying cases, seeing them as minor or non-serious, but such attitudes only risk worsening the issue in the long term."A reminder to schools: do not protect bullies, even in minor cases. Bullying is still a crime. Not everything should be considered a light offence," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the government is mulling establishing police presence at schools in response to a surge of violent incidents in schools nationwide.Addressing a press conference after the cabinet meeting today, government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil said the cabinet had discussed the matter from an aspect that considered the “omnipresent” nature of the police force.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar warns schools against protecting bullies; Govt mulls police presence for safety

The government plans to raise the minimum age for social media usage to 16, in an effort to address social issues among school students, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.He added that the government is also exploring the necessity and mechanisms for requiring social media accounts to be registered using official government documents, such as MyKad, MyDigitalID, and passports.

The government plans to raise the minimum age for social media usage to 16, in an effort to address social issues among school students, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.He added that the government is also exploring the necessity and mechanisms for requiring social media accounts to be registered using official government documents, such as MyKad, MyDigitalID, and passports.

Govt considers raising minimum age for social media use to 16

In the wake of several shocking cases of school violence, PKR lawmaker Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has cautioned the government against hastily unveiling new plans or catchy slogans, saying such moves only reveal a deeper failure to grasp the roots of the crisis.The Setiawangsa MP said the real issue lies not in the absence of policies or circulars, but in a culture and system that fail to adequately support both teachers and students.

In the wake of several shocking cases of school violence, PKR lawmaker Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has cautioned the government against hastily unveiling new plans or catchy slogans, saying such moves only reveal a deeper failure to grasp the roots of the crisis.The Setiawangsa MP said the real issue lies not in the absence of policies or circulars, but in a culture and system that fail to adequately support both teachers and students.

Accountability can't be outsourced, Nik Nazmi reminds education minister

Singapore’s Home Affairs Ministry has accused PAS of contradicting itself and attempting to interfere in the city-state’s polls, after the Islamist party defended its leaders’ online posts supporting a Workers’ Party candidate during Singapore’s 2025 general election.The ministry claimed that PAS’ latest stance, which framed the comments by its leaders as “ordinary cross-border commentary”, marked a reversal of its earlier position distancing the party from the posts.

Singapore’s Home Affairs Ministry has accused PAS of contradicting itself and attempting to interfere in the city-state’s polls, after the Islamist party defended its leaders’ online posts supporting a Workers’ Party candidate during Singapore’s 2025 general election.The ministry claimed that PAS’ latest stance, which framed the comments by its leaders as “ordinary cross-border commentary”, marked a reversal of its earlier position distancing the party from the posts.

Singapore claims PAS contradicted itself, tried to influence voters

The Education Ministry will introduce Character Education as one of the key initiatives under the 2027 school curriculum, aimed at producing students with noble and responsible character.The ministry said the initiative represents a strategic shift in the national education system to strengthen the development of character and noble values among students in a comprehensive and structured manner.

The Education Ministry will introduce Character Education as one of the key initiatives under the 2027 school curriculum, aimed at producing students with noble and responsible character.The ministry said the initiative represents a strategic shift in the national education system to strengthen the development of character and noble values among students in a comprehensive and structured manner.

Character Education to be part of 2027 school curriculum, says MOE

Putrajaya has been urged to intervene and stop the MCMC from using public funds to file defamation suits against its critics, following the Shah Alam High Court’s ruling against Australian blogger Murray Hunter.Former MACC chief commissioner Latheefa Koya argued that government agencies have “no business” suing members of the public over criticism, warning that such actions could have a chilling effect on free expression and public debate over the conduct of public institutions.“If the people in charge of MCMC think anyone has made a false statement about (or) in relation to it, the right thing for them to do is issue a statement denying, explaining, or clarifying (the matter),” Latheefa told Malaysiakini.

Putrajaya has been urged to intervene and stop the MCMC from using public funds to file defamation suits against its critics, following the Shah Alam High Court’s ruling against Australian blogger Murray Hunter.Former MACC chief commissioner Latheefa Koya argued that government agencies have “no business” suing members of the public over criticism, warning that such actions could have a chilling effect on free expression and public debate over the conduct of public institutions.“If the people in charge of MCMC think anyone has made a false statement about (or) in relation to it, the right thing for them to do is issue a statement denying, explaining, or clarifying (the matter),” Latheefa told Malaysiakini.

Latheefa tells govt to stop MCMC from using taxpayers' money to silence critics

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed claims that the government was targeting former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad with the Batu Puteh Royal Commission of Inquiry report.Anwar pointed out that the initial special task force formed to investigate the matter was established during the premiership of Ismail Sabri Yaakob and stressed that the issue had nothing to do with political revenge.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed claims that the government was targeting former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad with the Batu Puteh Royal Commission of Inquiry report.Anwar pointed out that the initial special task force formed to investigate the matter was established during the premiership of Ismail Sabri Yaakob and stressed that the issue had nothing to do with political revenge.

Batu Puteh RCI not an act of revenge against Dr Mahathir - Anwar