Anwar: Govt can take criticism but will not compromise on 3R sentiments

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said he and the government are willing to accept any criticism but will not compromise with any party that touches on 3R (royalty, religion and race) sentiments. He said the freedom of speech provided for in the Federal Constitution does not mean the freedom to criticise and insult […]

Criticism against Pandelela uncalled for, Says Minos

KUCHING: The criticism levelled against Sarawak-born national diver Datuk Pandelela Rinong Pamg by a national daily was uncalled for said Bung Bratak Heritage Association (BBHA) president Datuk Peter Minos. In expressing his disappointment over a news report that had portrayed the athlete in an unfavourable light, Minos said the Pandelela has made the nation proud […]

Baru’s criticism baseless, politically motivated

KUCHING: Baru Bian’s criticism of Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri’s appointment as Prime Minister shows his denial of Pakatan Harapan’s (PH) failure to return to lead the government, said Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. “Baru’s accusation of Ismail Sabri not able to do anything because he was under pressure from Bersatu, which held the balance of power during […]

Differing opinions should be welcomed, respected for mature democracy

KUANTAN: Differences in opinion, debates, exchanges of views and criticism, either in the mainstream media or social media, should be welcomed and respected to allow democracy to mature, said Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah. “To me, we should allow a healthy exchange of thoughts and opinions, whether we support it or not… and […]