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Malaysian authorities have launched a formal investigation into a Facebook account holder accused of publishing seditious and insulting remarks directed at the royal institution and government officials, marking another case of online content under police scrutiny.
Newly sworn-in Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has pledged his state government's unwavering commitment to preserving the royal institution and the state's customs and traditions.
Negri Sembilan's Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has cautioned voters against being influenced by campaign narratives centred on the royal institution, as the state prepares for its 16th general election.
Negeri Sembilan's palace has instructed all political parties contesting the 16th state election to avoid involving the royal institution in their campaign activities, warning that the monarchy remains strictly neutral.
Police have remanded a 52-year-old man for two days to investigate allegations that he made insulting remarks against Negri Sembilan's royal institution through social media, underscoring ongoing sensitivities around comments targeting Malaysia's monarchy.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has issued a firm reminder to political parties to refrain from exploiting the royal institution during the Negri Sembilan state election campaign.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned all political parties against weaponising issues related to Negeri Sembilan's royal institution during the ongoing state election campaign, emphasising the need for responsible political conduct.