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UK riots should be a lesson against disinformation: Fahmi | Scoop
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has said that the riots in the UK is a clear message to Malaysia on the negative impact of spreading fake news. – Screengrab, August 7, 2024
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UK riots should be a lesson against disinformation: Fahmi

He says govt took note of UK MPs’ urgent call to look into issues related to the spread of fake news, especially with violence continuing in England

Bernama
Updated
8:45 PM MYT

 

PUTRAJAYA – The riots that erupted in the United Kingdom have sent a clear message to Malaysia that disinformation or the deliberate spread of fake news cannot be taken lightly, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. 

Fahmi, who is also the unity government’s spokesperson, said the government took note of the call by UK MPs about the urgent need to look into issues related to the spread of false information, especially after the violent rioting continues in England. 

He said the government is monitoring the UK riots and wants it to be a lesson for Malaysia. 

“Before this, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has discussed with UK regulatory body Ofcom. I will ask the MCMC to get back in touch with Ofcom for their latest input,” he said. 

Fahmi said that the spread of extreme content touching on race, religion and royalty (3R) issues has been rampant on social media platforms since the conclusion of the 15th general election in 2022. 

“In Malaysia, at least we have held many discussions with social media platforms to ensure that they are also proactive and help to curb the spread of fake news, especially news related to 3R issues,” he said. 

Fahmi said the UK riots were also discussed in the cabinet meeting today as there are many students and Malaysians who are studying and working in the country. 

“The cabinet was informed that the situation is generally under control and actions are being taken by the UK government to ensure the safety of the public,” he added. – August 7, 2024

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