Ethics Policy
Malaysia Dispatch
Our Code of Ethics
The journalism published by Malaysia Dispatch is guided by principles of accuracy, independence, fairness, accountability and respect for the people in our stories.
Accuracy & Fairness
We seek the truth and report it as fully as we can. We provide context, avoid distortion, and give the subjects of critical coverage a fair opportunity to respond.
Conflicts of Interest
Our editors and contributors avoid conflicts of interest that could compromise — or appear to compromise — the integrity of our reporting. Any commercial or sponsored content is clearly labelled.
Sources & Confidentiality
We verify information before publishing and protect the identity of confidential sources who could face harm for speaking to us.
Transparency
We are open about how we work, including our use of AI-assisted production tools under human editorial oversight, and we correct errors openly.