THE Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) reported receiving a total of 1,583 requests to remove online content containing racial elements from 1 January to 30 November this year.
Minister of Communications Fahmi Fadzil revealed that 1,066 of these requests, representing 67 per cent of the total, were acted upon by service providers in line with their community guidelines and applicable local laws.
“The actions taken by MCMC are in accordance with its responsibilities and requirements under the provisions of the Communications and Multimedia Act 588.
“This is to ensure that the dissemination of information is conducted responsibly and does not spread false information, hate speech, while protecting the integrity of the constitutional monarchy and democratic institutions from any attempt to incite hatred or contempt,” Fahmi said in a parliamentary response to a question by V Ganabatirau (PH-Klang).
He further explained that requests to remove content are carried out in line with existing legal provisions to ensure that citizens’ freedom of expression is not misused, regardless of the individual’s or entity’s background or political affiliation.
“This is to balance individual rights and public interest for the well-being of society,” he added.
Fahmi also noted that MCMC provides avenues for the public to lodge official complaints to facilitate further review and investigation of such issues.
Complaints can be submitted via the MCMC portal at [https://aduan.mcmc.gov.my](https://aduan.mcmc.gov.my) or in writing to any state MCMC office.
He clarified that investigations related to the 3R (Race, Religion, and Royalty) content fall under the jurisdiction of the Royal Malaysia Police, in accordance with laws including the Sedition Act 1948, Communications and Multimedia Act 588, and Penal Code 574, while prosecutions are determined by the Attorney General’s Chambers. - December 4, 2025
