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The Star
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Over 82,000 immoral social media content removed at MCMC's request since 2022
KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 82,076 pieces of immoral content on social media were taken down by platform providers between Jan 1, 2022, and July 1 this year at the request of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC). The ministry, in a written reply to Muhammad Ismi Mat Taib (PN-Parit), posted on the Parliament's website, stated that the removed content violated the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (Act 588) as well as other existing laws. Other actions taken include the blocking of the Facebook page named Grup Budak-Budak Sekolah Rendah, which was found to contain elements that violated Section 233 of Act 588, including child sexual abuse material (CSAM). In response to Muhammad Ismi's question on the existence of immoral service offerings on social media apps, the ministry explained that those actions were part of joint anti-vice enforcement operations under Ops Pedo and Ops Noda, aimed at curbing the spread of inappropriate content on digital and social media platforms. The ministry clarified that content removals are subject to the assessment and discretion of social media platforms, based on their respective community guidelines and the application of relevant local laws. "In addition to social media filtering, the government, through MCMC, has also implemented blocks and restrictions on applications offering immoral services on platforms such as Google Play and Apple Store," the reply stated. However, the ministry noted that control over content on such platforms remains under the policies of their respective providers, which are foreign-owned and operated outside Malaysia. From Jan 1, 2022, to July 1, 2025, social media platforms also removed 37,845 instances of false information and 7,846 posts linked to the sensitive 3R issues (race, religion, and royalty) upon MCMC's request. In a separate response to Chong Zhemin (PH-Kampar), the ministry said these actions included the takedown of politically driven troll accounts that manipulated information to provoke racial and religious tensions. "All takedown actions are executed in accordance with existing legislation, regardless of an individual's political affiliation or beliefs, to ensure that freedom of expression is not abused," the ministry said. The ministry also confirmed that MCMC works closely with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) in enforcing Act 588 and related laws. "Action may be taken against any individual under Section 233 of Act 588 for misusing applications or social media services to create and disseminate false or offensive content, with the intent to annoy, harass or harm others," it added. – Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MPs call for urgent session following attack on Rafizi's son
KUALA LUMPUR: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has been asked to provide an explanation regarding the assault on the son of former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli at a shopping centre in Putrajaya today. This follows the Dewan Rakyat standing orders raised by Wong Chen (PH-Subang), requesting the minister's clarification on the incident in the Dewan Rakyat tomorrow. "This matter concerns the son of the Pandan member of parliament who was just attacked at a shopping centre in Putrajaya. "This is an important matter because it threatens not only MPs, but also our families. "Our primary duty in parliament is to ensure the safety of the nation and MPs here. "So, if possible, I would like to appeal to the Speaker to offer some advice and, if possible, direct the relevant minister to be present in parliament tomorrow morning to provide further clarification," he said. He raised the matter immediately after Muhammad Ismi Mat Taib (PN-Parit) concluded his debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan in the Dewan Rakyat today. In response, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul assured the lower house that he would seek clarification from Saifuddin on the incident, and, if necessary, convene a special session to address safety concerns for all MPs. "What I can do is I will get in touch with the minister to ask for an explanation of what is happening, and if necessary, since this concerns all of our safety. "I, myself, don't actually know what is really happening. "I will ask the minister to give me an explanation, and if necessary, we will request a special session for the minister to provide an explanation, as this is something unprecedented," he said. Rafizi's son was allegedly physically assaulted by an unidentified individual at a shopping mall in Putrajaya today. Sepang district police chief Assistant Commissioner Norhizam Bahaman, who was present at the hospital where the son was treated, confirmed the incident. Selangor police chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar said several actions had been taken, including obtaining and reviewing closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage from the scene.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
MPs call for urgent session attack on Rafizi's son
KUALA LUMPUR: Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has been asked to provide an explanation regarding the assault on the son of former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli at a shopping centre in Putrajaya today. This follows the Dewan Rakyat standing orders raised by Wong Chen (PH-Subang), requesting the minister's clarification on the incident in the Dewan Rakyat tomorrow. "This matter concerns the son of the Pandan member of parliament who was just attacked at a shopping centre in Putrajaya. "This is an important matter because it threatens not only MPs, but also our families. "Our primary duty in parliament is to ensure the safety of the nation and MPs here. "So, if possible, I would like to appeal to the Speaker to offer some advice and, if possible, direct the relevant minister to be present in parliament tomorrow morning to provide further clarification," he said. He raised the matter immediately after Muhammad Ismi Mat Taib (PN-Parit) concluded his debate on the 13th Malaysia Plan in the Dewan Rakyat today. In response, Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul assured the lower house that he would seek clarification from Saifuddin on the incident, and, if necessary, convene a special session to address safety concerns for all MPs. "What I can do is I will get in touch with the minister to ask for an explanation of what is happening, and if necessary, since this concerns all of our safety. "I, myself, don't actually know what is really happening. "I will ask the minister to give me an explanation, and if necessary, we will request a special session for the minister to provide an explanation, as this is something unprecedented," he said. Rafizi's son was allegedly physically assaulted by an unidentified individual at a shopping mall in Putrajaya today. Sepang district police chief Assistant Commissioner Norhizam Bahaman, who was present at the hospital where the son was treated, confirmed the incident.
