Urgent action needed to protect indigenous land rights in Malaysia

AS THE world commemorates the 2025 International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples on Aug 9, the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) joins the global community in reaffirming our commitment to protect the rights, dignity and heritage of Indigenous communities in Malaysia.

This year’s theme, “Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending Rights, Shaping Future,” reminds us that while technology holds promise, it must not deepen existing inequalities.