Bernama, RTM, Info Dept need to strengthen cooperation to combat fake news, says Fahmi


PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama), Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) and Information Department (Japen) need to strengthen their cooperation in formulating strategies to combat fake news, says Fahmi Fadzil.

Speaking to reporters after attending the Communications and Digital Ministry’s monthly assembly here Thursday (Sept 21), the Communications and Digital Minister said all three agencies, which are under the ministry, must be at the forefront in countering any inaccurate information on social media and mainstream media promptly.

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