MCMC is working alongside the Royal Malaysia Police to enforce key legislation, including the Sedition Act 1948.
: The Ministry of Communications has taken a strong stance against any attempts to undermine national security through the spread of slanderous and inciting content online.
Teo said that with the cooperation of service providers, 10,167 fake accounts and 130 pieces of slanderous content were removed from social media platforms between 2022 and March 1 this year. Additionally, four websites promoting incitement and one containing slander were blocked. Teo noted that these efforts are part of MCMC’s commitment to ensuring a safer and more sustainable internet ecosystem, particularly for families and children.
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