Malaysia summons US Ambassador on Sedition Act comment


KUALA LUMPUR: Wisma Putra has summoned United States (US) Ambassador to Malaysia Joseph Y. Yun to explain his country's position on Malaysia's decision to retain the Sedition Act 1948.

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman (pic) said Kuala Lumpur was disappointed that the US ambassador had chosen to highlight his unwarranted comments on the Government's decision, given Malaysia's unwavering position on moderation and tolerance.

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