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The Sun
12-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
ASEAN adopts KL declaration for safe social media use
KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN is set to adopt the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms, marking a regional effort to create a more secure and inclusive digital environment. The declaration was highlighted in a joint communique issued after the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting. The foreign ministers praised the commitment of the ASEAN Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) in promoting responsible social media practices. They also acknowledged AMRI's work in tackling fake news and disinformation, aligning with ASEAN's broader goals of unity and cooperation. Another key development is the adoption of the Bandar Seri Begawan Declaration, which reaffirms AMRI's dedication to advancing media and information strategies. This initiative aims to strengthen regional cohesion through evolving media roles. Efforts are also underway to finalise the Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms. These guidelines will support a unified approach to digital engagement across ASEAN, reflecting shared values and priorities. Looking ahead, ASEAN is developing the Work Plan for Information and Media (2026-2035) and the ASEAN Communication Master Plan III (2026-2030). Both initiatives will align with the long-term vision outlined in ASEAN 2045: Our Shared Future, ensuring a responsive and inclusive media landscape. - Bernama
New Straits Times
12-07-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Asean looking forward to KL declaration on safe social media use
KUALA LUMPUR: Asean is looking forward to the adoption of the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for Asean as a collective effort to foster a safer and more inclusive online environment within the region. In a joint communique issued following the 58th Asean Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Wednesday (July 9), the foreign ministers acknowledged the commitment of the Asean Ministers Responsible for Information (AMRI) in promoting the safe and responsible use of social media platforms. They also recognised AMRI's efforts in enhancing cooperation to combat fake news and disinformation across the region, in line with Asean's broader goals of unity and mutual understanding. The bloc also welcomed the adoption of the Bandar Seri Begawan Declaration to Reaffirm AMRI's Commitment to Strategic Progress in Media and Information, which aims to strengthen Asean's cohesion and mutual understanding through the evolving role of media. The ministers noted the ongoing development of the Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for Asean, which are intended to support a coordinated regional approach to digital engagement in line with Asean's shared values. In addition, Asean acknowledged AMRI's efforts in formulating a successor Work Plan for Information and Media (2026-2035) and the Asean Communication Master Plan III (ACMP III) (2026-2030), both of which will align with the region's long-term vision under Asean 2045: Our Shared Future.
New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Fahmi: Big tech not bigger than the law
GENEVA (Switzerland): Big technology companies (big tech) are not bigger than the law of any country, says Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said every sovereign nation had laws that served many purposes and needed to be adhered to, even by big tech. "There are regulations that have been put in place for safety, security and big tech must listen to our laws," he said during a panel session at the World Summit on the Information Society+20 High-Level Event (WSIS+20) here on Wednesday. Fahmi said, bearing this in mind, Malaysia had taken the lead in developing the Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for Asean. "These guidelines will help to serve, perhaps, as a beacon in the dark for Asean nations in order to travel safely to where we need to go, respecting our respective sovereignties, but also the principle of Asean centrality. In that way, we hope that we will have a bigger voice, a stronger voice," he said. Malaysia is currently taking a leading role in the development of the guidelines envisioned as a non-binding regional reference that provides common principles, best practices and practical recommendations for governments, platforms and users to address online safety and promote cyber wellness across member states.
The Sun
10-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Big tech must follow national laws, says Malaysia's Fahmi Fadzil
GENEVA: Big technology companies are not above the law, stressed Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil during a panel session at the World Summit on the Information Society+20 High-Level Event (WSIS+20). He emphasized that every sovereign nation has regulations ensuring safety and security, which big tech must respect. 'There are regulations that have been put in place for safety, security and big tech must listen to our laws,' Fahmi said. He noted that Malaysia is spearheading the development of the Guidelines for Safe and Responsible Use of Social Media Platforms for ASEAN. These guidelines aim to serve as a regional reference, promoting online safety while respecting national sovereignty and ASEAN's central principles. The non-binding framework provides common principles and best practices for governments, platforms, and users to address harmful content while safeguarding freedom of expression. Malaysia's leadership in this initiative seeks to strengthen ASEAN's collective voice in digital governance. - Bernama
