Is Malaysiakini free?
William Howard Yes, I support the call for Malaysiakini to be made free.
Who owns Malaysiakini?
Malaysiakini
| Type | Online newspaper |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Mkini Dotcom Sdn Bhd which is owned by Mkini Group Sdn Bhd |
| Editor | Steven Gan |
| Founded | 20 November 1999 |
| Headquarters | Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lumpur |
Is there freedom of speech in Malaysia?
Malaysia’s constitution provides citizens with “the right to freedom of speech and expression” but allows for limitations on those rights. A number of laws also undermine freedom of expression.
How the rights to freedom of speech & expression are provided in Malaysia?
Article 10 of the Federal Constitution of Malaysia provides for the right to freedom of speech and expression for all citizens. The government has used laws, including the Penal Code, the Communications and Multimedia Act, the Sedition Act and the Printing Presses and Publication Act to repress freedom of speech.
How much is Malaysiakini?
Subscribers will, however, be able to access and continue reading Malaysiakini news in full until their paid subscription period expires. The current subscription package value is RM20 per month. The minimum subscription period is 3 months – at RM60. An admin fee of RM10 is applied for refunds.
Who funded Malaysiakini?
Funding. Malaysiakini was launched in 1999 through seed capital from its founders – Premesh Chandran and Steven Gan – as well as a number of friends, and through a US$100,000 grant from the Bangkok-based Southeast Asian Press Alliance (Seapa). Malaysiakini takes great pride in its independence.
What did Malaysiakini do?
Malaysiakini reached out to the public to help it raise the RM500,000 following the conviction. Support poured in from politicians and civil society who not only donated to a special fund set up but who have also urged the public to contribute.
How can the government limit free speech?
Government can limit some protected speech by imposing “time, place and manner” restrictions. This is most commonly done by requiring permits for meetings, rallies and demonstrations. But a permit cannot be unreasonably withheld, nor can it be denied based on content of the speech.
Does Malaysia have freedom of press?
KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 — Malaysia’s placing in the recently released 2021 World Press Freedom Index compiled by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) fell to 119 from 101 in 2020. The World Press Freedom Index, published every year since 2002, provides a ranking and analysis of media rights in over 180 countries worldwide.
How do I subscribe to Malaysiakini?
- GENERAL LINE. +603-7770 0000.
- SUBSCRIPTION / TECH SUPPORT. +603-7770 0017 [email protected]
- EDITORIAL. Contact the newsdesk [email protected]
