New laws on social media, messaging services meant to ensure safer space for all M'sians, says Anwar


PUTRAJAYA: The new laws for social media and Internet messaging services are meant to ensure a safer space for all Malaysians, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

The Prime Minister defended the move by the government to introduce laws and regulations despite criticism from several quarters that it would curb freedom of expression in the country.

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