Comms Ministry to focus on 'cooling down' social media, says Fahmi Fadzil


KUALA LUMPUR: The government will continue to respect the right to freedom of expression including on social media, but users are reminded not to create slander and sow the seeds of hatred to create unrest in the country, says Fahmi Fadzil.

The Communications and Digital Minister said various false and defamatory news had emerged during and after the 15th General Election (GE15), which saw the country experience a hung Parliament.

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