Don’t silence critics, says Dr Wee

Double celebration: Dr Wee (eighth from left) flanked by Dr Mah (on his left) and Chong as well as other party central committee members extending well-wishes to all guests at the ‘Mamma Mia’ MCA Media Nite 2026. — LEONG WAI YEE/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: Authorities must not abuse their powers in dealing with the media and online content, says MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

He urged regulators, including the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), to refrain from using their powers to silence critics or intimidate journalists and social media users.