PETALING JAYA: Chinese daily Kwong Wah Yit Poh has been summoned by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) over an alleged flag error on its official Facebook account.
In a statement issued on Wednesday (April 16) night, the MCMC said that the action to haul up the daily for an explanation follows reports from internet users lodged against it following the alleged gaffe.
"An investigation into the case is being carried out under the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, specifically Section 233, as the offence involves content that was uploaded online," the statement said.
MCMC views the matter seriously and will fully cooperate with the Home Ministry and the police in conducting further investigations into the issue if necessary and relevant.
It also issued a warning to all parties, whether media organisations or the general public, not to upload or disseminate content that mocks or depicts the Malaysian flag in an incomplete or improper manner.
"Stern action can be taken against any party that violates this regulation.
"MCMC is committed to ensuring that digital media usage in Malaysia remains respectful and upholds national symbols," it added.
The probe against Kwong Wah Yit Poh comes in the wake of investigations against another Chinese daily, Sin Chew Daily, which had made a flag error displayed on its front-page on Tuesday (April 15).
