IN THE age of viral videos, misinformation can spread like wildfire, causing unnecessary panic.
A recent video has claimed that eight countries have introduced new visa requirements for Malaysians.
Is there any truth to these alarming claims about new travel restrictions?
Verdict:
FALSE
The Foreign Ministry has clarified that no new visa restrictions have been imposed on Malaysian citizens travelling abroad.
This statement comes in response to a misleading video circulating on a video-sharing platform, falsely claiming that eight countries have recently introduced new visa requirements for Malaysians.
"The Ministry confirms that this claim is entirely untrue. At present, there have been no changes to the visa policies affecting Malaysian travellers in the countries mentioned," the ministry stated.
In response to the misleading video, the ministry has lodged a police report and referred the matter to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) for further action in accordance with existing laws and regulations.
The ministry urges the public to avoid sharing unverified information and to always refer to official sources for accurate and up-to-date travel information.
The ministry reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that Malaysians are well-informed and protected while travelling abroad.
Source:
Bernama
