✉news WorldHuman Rights first seen 4 h ago, last 37 min ago, peak #6
Crackdown on Freedom of Expression in Malaysia
Original: Crackdown on Freedom of Expression and Human Rights Defenders in Malaysia
The human rights group Fortify Rights reports that Malaysian authorities are cracking down on freedom of expression and targeting human rights defenders. The organisation is calling attention to alleged repression of activists and critics, warning that the crackdown undermines basic civil liberties. The report has drawn concern among regional human rights observers monitoring Malaysia's treatment of dissent and civic activism.
Why now: A rights group has just highlighted reported government repression of activists and free expression in Malaysia.
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