Use freedom of speech responsibly, warns Dr M


KUALA LUMPUR: The government has no intention of restricting freedom of speech but it will not hesitate to take action against those who abuse and threaten public peace and order, said Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

The warning was issued when Dr Mahathir took to the floor in the Dewan Rakyat to brief lawmakers on the recent riots at the Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Seafield, USJ 25, in Subang Jaya.

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