PUTRAJAYA, May 16 ― The Ministry of Communications will prioritise the participation of veteran artistes in its events or programmes to ensure that they could continue to showcase their work. Minister Fahmi Fadzil said this approach could be implemented at the agency and departmental levels under the ministry. “Any event organised by the Ministry of … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 — The government has sought clarification from Google concerning the erroneous exchange rate data showing the ringgit against the US dollar at RM4.98, as displayed by the search engine yesterday, given the recurrence of similar inaccuracies in the past. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — The revised Malaysian Code of Ethics for Journalists that was launched recently is an effort to empower the role of journalists in delivering news and information, said Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. In refuting claims suggesting that the code of ethics casts a negative light on journalism, Teo said … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Despite having ignited success and inspiration in the digital space industry, women still face challenges in the digital world, such as harassment, doxing and sexism, according to Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching. Quoting a Kaspersky Report published last month, Teo said 46 per cent of Malaysian respondents experienced various … Read more
GEORGE TOWN, Feb 4 — The Ministry of Education (MOE) will discuss with the Ministry of Communications the issue of TikTok account ownership by children under 13. Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the ministry needed to get complete information before issuing any guidelines on the matter. “We will seek opinions and coordination from the Communications Minister … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 10 — The Communications Ministry is ready to collaborate with Permodalan Nasional Berhad (PNB) for the reopening ceremony of Merdeka Stadium in the second quarter of this year. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said this is because the ministry can provide archival material related to the stadium, which was first built in 1956. … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 — The requirements for obtaining Information Department (JaPen) media accreditation need to be reviewed as currently, some segments of the media seem to be partisan, which is against the principle of fairness and impartiality. Deputy Minister of Communications Teo Nie Ching said this need is among several improvement suggestions that were … Read more
HOUSTON, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Beyond Finance, one of the nation’s leading and innovative debt consolidation and resolution organizations, announced Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer Yolanda Schufford has been honored by Ragan Communications as part of its Top Women in Communications Class of 2024. Her distinction in the Bridge Builder category celebrates … Read more
KUCHING, Dec 19 — A total of 356 out of the 587 5G sites planned for Sarawak have been successfully completed, said Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Teo Nie Ching. She said as of November 30, Malaysia has achieved 76.1 per cent of 5G coverage in populated areas. “We believe the remaining sites will … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 11 — The Communications and Digital Ministry (KKD) will carry on blocking social media platforms with content that can influence, affect and compromise public morals. Its minister, Fahmi Fadzil said the blocks by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) also covers websites used for various purposes, including promoting sex products and … Read more
