September 10, 2025Edelweiss Applied Science and TechnologyOpen Access

The limitation of freedom of expression by online media in Malaysia: Analysis of legal precedents

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SSS. Sahak RRRamalinggam Rajamanickam MHMuhamad Sayuti HassanNational University of Malaysia

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This article examines legal precedents affecting online media freedom of expression in Malaysia, highlighting critical cases and statutory provisions.

Key Points

The Malaysiakini ruling expands liability for online platforms, raising editorial responsibilities significantly.
Legal frameworks in Malaysia, such as the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, influence online media freedom of expression.
Comparative analysis includes insights from the European Court of Human Rights and legal systems in the UK and India.
Gaps exist in protections for media freedom, highlighting the need for clearer guidelines and balance in internet freedom.

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Sahak et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23bd7b210217d647874b3 https://doi.org/10.55214/2576-8484.v9i9.9801

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Implication

This article examines legal precedents affecting online media freedom of expression in Malaysia, highlighting critical cases and statutory provisions.