Protect political speech in Malaysia

ARTICLE 19 and the Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ) express deep concern about an injunction issued against messaging app Telegram on Sept 12 by the Kuala Lumpur High Court in Malaysia to prevent two channels known as "Edisi Siasat” and "Edisi Khas” from disseminating “harmful” content.

This is a concerning application of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 (CMA). Both channels are known for publishing whistleblower-style exposés, often targeting public institutions and enforcement agencies.