Articles by Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ)
Malaysian government threatens ‘stern action’ against online media that misreport COVID-19 stories
Malaysian civil society groups reminded authorities to stop making threats against the media after the National Security Council directed the police and concerned agencies to take ‘stern action’ against online news outlets that misreport government statements on COVID-19.
Malaysia: Should anti-corruption agency release the audio recording of ex-prime minister?
Investigators are urged to balance public interest and the right to privacy.
Malaysia: Pakatan Harapan government accused of violating freedom of expression
Civil society groups expressed alarm at the continued use of the Sedition Act under the Pakatan Harapan government.