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Malaysia orders “stern action” against media misreporting government statements on COVID-19

Several media groups also criticized the release of an infographic detailing various types of “fake news” which includes the posting of criticism against authorities.

April 15, 2020

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Support, empower media at this critical time, say civil groups after govt’s “stern” action’ warning

Civil society organisations have spoken out against what they perceive as threats by the government to punish alleged misreports and misquotes by the media — in particular online portals — with punitive measures.

April 12, 2020

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Movement control order: CIJ wants all arrests halted

The Centre of Independent Journalism (CIJ) calls on the government to immediately withdraw all movement control order-related charges and halt all future arrests. Despite the pledge by Senior Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob that there will be no crowded lock-ups and health protocols […]

April 11, 2020

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CIJ urges gov’t to drop all MCO related charges

The arrests are counterproductive and a waste of public resources, while unchecked police powers are likely to cause unnecessary panic and fear of public authorities.

April 6, 2020

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Malaysian journalist targeted by hate speech and racist attacks on Facebook

Media groups urged authorities and Facebook to adopt measures aimed at protecting journalists.

March 19, 2020

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Health Ministry should spearhead initiative on social distancing

Health officials in Putrajaya urged to walk the talk and ensure that cameras and reporters observe a strict six-foot rule.

March 18, 2020

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The Daily Digest: Solidarity with Malaysiakini journalist Kow Gah Chie

A Malaysiakini journalist has been on the receiving end of online harassment over an article she wrote about the new Environment Minister’s (Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man’s) views on logging in Kelantan. BFM 89.9 discusses the issue with Centre of Independent Journalism Executive Director, […]

March 16, 2020

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CIJ calls out two Malay dailies for demonising Women’s Day March

Newspapers neglecting their duty of fair reporting, deliberately inciting hatred towards an already at-risk community.

March 10, 2020

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In solidarity with Fadiah Nadwa Fikri and those exercising freedom of assembly and expression — CIJ

These actions by the authorities are seen as a form of intimidation and reprisal against activists.

March 2, 2020

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CIJ calls for immediate fresh election

CIJ condemns the actions of parties who seek to undermine the democratic will of the people expressed in the 14th general election on 9 May 2018.

February 24, 2020

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