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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced that complaints against journalists from recognised media organisations must now be referred to the Malaysian Media Council for initial review before any enforcement action can proceed.
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The Malaysian Media Council convened over 50 journalists from Malaysia's northern states during HAWANA 2026, marking the first engagement under new leadership and signalling a commitment to represent media practitioners nationwide rather than just in Kuala Lumpur.
Malaysia's Media Council will deploy a new rapid-response mechanism to combat election disinformation during the Johor and Negeri Sembilan state polls, partnering with media organisations, the Election Commission, and digital platforms to verify falsely attributed content.
The appointment of former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan as chairperson of the Malaysian Media Council has drawn praise from media practitioners, who believe her judicial background will enhance the council's credibility and independence.