Salleh Said: Laws to fight fake news not confined to politics


Datuk Seri Dr Salleh Said Keruak. -Bernama filepic

PETALING JAYA: The proposed laws to curb fake news will apply to all and is not confined to just politics, said Datuk Seri Dr Salleh Said Keruak (pic).

The Communications and Multimedia Minister said that there was an increase in fake news of late and that there was a need to clamp down on it.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Anwar attends Sabah state govt dinner in conjunction with MTPMA63 meeting
Croatian climber safely rescued after four days on Mount Kinabalu
Gerakan treasurer Hng Chee Wey calls time on 31-year political career
Special committee to decide Felda's future direction
Over RM12.18mil in unpaid summonses: JPJ gives operators 14 days to settle
Sepang International Circuit 80% ready for F1 race
Never ignore signs of domestic violence, urges deputy minister
Mother, babysitter detained after one-year-old dies in Air Itam
Anwar to hold high-level meetings with Modi, Putin during BRICS Summit in India
Akmal tells Pakatan Harapan to ‘walk on’ over possible Umno cooperation

Others Also Read