Malaysia’s efforts to license social media platforms attract attention of many countries - Fahmi

KUCHING: Malaysia’s efforts to license social media platforms have attracted the attention of several countries that have expressed interest in following the move, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.

He said the United Kingdom (UK) communications regulatory body, Ofcom, was among those which contacted the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to find out more about the implementation of the initiative.

“Singapore has also asked about the licensing process (however) it is important to remember that other countries have other ways (of enforcement) according to the applicable law in that country.

“I believe that when we chair ASEAN 2025, more (countries) will want to know the achievements and what we have managed to do based on the licensing process that will come into effect on Jan 1, 2025,“ he said.

Fahmi told reporters after officiating the ministry’s Sarawak zone 2023 Excellent Service Award (APC), here today.

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