“At the same time, we have mentioned that, in this instance, cooperation with the police is necessary. This is because, according to the regulations, if there is a police report, the police must investigate.” - Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil flagging off Kembara Merdeka 2024 convoy participants in Kuala Lumpur on Aug 10.

COMMENT | These remarks were made in reference to police investigations into three Malaysiakini journalists over an article quoting sources of a reshuffle of some of Bukit Aman’s top-ranking officers.

Fahmi (above) has defended his stance on police...