Articles by Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ)
Malaysia: Social media licensing could undermine freedom of expression
Requiring companies to obtain licenses is seen as a direct attempt to exert control over social media platforms.
Malaysia: Groups oppose proposed licensing regime for social media
Civil society groups said that the government proposal will do more harm than good.
Malaysia: Groups express solidarity with journalist Clare Rewcastle-Brown
18 organisations and 44 journalists signed a statement condemning the “egregious act of judicial overreach” by authorities.
CIJ’s response to the Cabinet’s approval of the Malaysian Media Council
The Centre for Independent Journalism has listed recommendations for ensuring that the proposed Malaysian Media Council will be an “independent multistakeholder mechanism.”
Malaysia: A review of the government’s commitments on freedom of expression
The Centre for Independent Journalism reviews the MADANI government’s performance in regard to freedom of expression and offers its recommendations for reforms.
Malaysia: CIJ’s response on the government’s dialogue with TikTok
TikTok and Malaysia’s Minister of Communications and Digital are urged to uphold transparency and freedom of expression during their dialogue.
Malaysia: CIJ lauds the government’s decision to enact a Freedom of Information Act and amend the Official Secrets Act
The Centre for Independent Journalism noted that this is a positive step towards enabling the public the right to access public information held by government agencies.
Malaysia: New platform monitors hate speech ahead of state election
The Centre for Independent Journalism warns that hate speech “diverts attention from solution-focused thinking” and undermines democracy.