Civil society sets up legal defence fund to help those facing threats for exercising free speech

By ASHLEY TANG

PETALING JAYA: A legal defence fund has been set up by the Freedom of Expression Cluster (FOE Cluster) to support those facing threats for exercising their right to freedom of expression.

Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) executive director Wathshlah G. Naidu said the fund would provide assistance to those who face investigation and prosecution.

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