fbpx
Connect with us

News

Anti-Fake News Law Won’t Be Abolished, But Will Get “Proper” Definition

Published

Anti-Fake News Law To Get New Definition And Guidelines, Says Dr M - World Of Buzz
Source: Malay Mail

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

It looks like the Anti-Fake News Act is not going anywhere anytime soon because Dr M says it is here to stay, albeit with some possible changes as to what will be considered “fake news”. 

After Pakatan Harapan won the 14th general election and took over as Malaysia’s new government, many changes have since been in the works. In terms of freedom of expression, Permatang Pauh MP, Nurul Izzah is currently committed to restoring press freedom by abolishing the Printing Presses and Publications Act (PPPA) 1984. After all, her aim is to ensure that media is free and fair in Malaysia.

In relation to scrapping PPPA, many have also been wondering about the Anti-Fake News law and whether it will be abolished as well. However, it looks like our 7th prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad is allowing it to stay, but not without some tweaks to the meaning of “fake news”.

According to Free Malaysia Today, the Anti-Fake News law will soon provide “proper” definitions of what constitutes “fake news” so that both media outlets and the public will be clear on what is considered fake. 

“Even though we support freedom of the press and freedom of speech, there are limits,” Mahathir said in a live telecast over RTM yesterday (13 May) at his residence in Seri Kembangan.

Hence, he will soon redefine the definition of fake news for media and publications to have proper guidelines.

Abolishing the anti-fake news law had been among the campaign promises of the new ruling coalition Pakatan Harapan. After being tabled in parliament and introduced, many were in uproar, saying that it was impeding the democratic rights for the rakyat to have freedom of speech. In fact, some have already suffered from the effects of this controversial law.

So, does this mean that there will still be a law governing what is to be considered “fake news”? Only time will tell how the new government will redefine this Act.

Dr. M To Reset Definition Of 'Fake News' - World Of Buzz 1

Source: malay mail

In the telecast, Mahathir further stated that foreign investors must bring in capital and technology, and also set up factories for either domestic distribution or export. The country will invite foreign participation in large infrastructure projects “when we don’t have the expertise”, he said.

During the campaign, Mahathir had reportedly questioned the huge investments being made by China and Chinese companies in Malaysian infrastructure and property projects among other things.

Judging by his statement, it seems like the fake news bill might be here to stay, but under much different guidelines from the original version.

If it does stay, do you think it will still restrict the freedom of the rakyat to voice their opinions? 

 

Also read: Anti-Fake News Bill Passed Parliament Minister Says It Won’t Restrict Freedom of Speech

&Quot;Anti-Fake News Is Not To Restrict Freedom Of Speech,&Quot; Says Minister After Passing Of The Bill - World Of Buzz

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

Collage 89 Collage 89
News8 hours ago

Johor Government May Implement a 4.5-Day Workweek in the Near Future

A 4-day workweek sounds ideal, but a 4-and-a-half day workweek doesn’t sound bad either. Johoreans may be in luck next...

My Post 1 2024 11 21T160023.537 My Post 1 2024 11 21T160023.537
News9 hours ago

“UPSR get D, SPM can get A” – PMX Responds to BERSIH Giving Him a Grade D in ‘Report Card’

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has opened up about BERSIH’s ‘report card‘ on his administration’s performance in conjunction with...

My Post 1 2024 11 21T114442.032 1 My Post 1 2024 11 21T114442.032 1
News13 hours ago

PDRM is Offering 60% Off Selected Traffic Summons at Govt’s 2nd Anniversary Event This Weekend!

In conjunction with the MADANI government’s 2nd anniversary on 24 November (Sunday), the Ministry of Home Affairs of Malaysia (KDN)...

Collage 17 1 Collage 17 1
News1 day ago

MCPF Calls for Vape Ban, Warns Addiction to Substances Can Lead to Unhealthy Behaviours Like Theft

The Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) is urging for the sale of e-cigarettes or vape devices to be banned or...

Feat Image Lesen Feat Image Lesen
News1 day ago

Anthony Loke: Road Users in M’sia May Have to Pay for Physical Driving License Cards Starting Next Year

Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook today iterated that the Government will continue with the implementation of digital driving licenses...

Collage 15 2 Collage 15 2
News1 day ago

Filipino Couple Caught Living & Working Illegally in Malaysia Using Fake MyKads That Cost RM250 Each

A Filipino husband and wife were arrested during a raid on November 19 at a house in Pandan Indah yesterday...

Feat Image Apple Ind Feat Image Apple Ind
News1 day ago

Apple Offers to Increase Investment in Indonesia Tenfold to RM446 Million to Lift Country’s iPhone 16 Series Ban

Previously, we shared how the Apple iPhone 16 Series is banned from being sold in Indonesia until the tech giant...

My Post 1 2024 11 20T144359.263 My Post 1 2024 11 20T144359.263
News1 day ago

BERSIH Names Ismail Sabri the Best PM Since 2009, Calls Out PMX for Lack of Urgency with Reforms

In conjunction with the upcoming 2nd anniversary (24 November) of Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections,...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY