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Dewan Rakyat passes Cybercrimes Bill, Zahid says powers subject to checks and balances

PARLIAMENT | The Dewan Rakyat passed the Cybercrimes Bill today with a voice vote. Earlier Deputy P…
Dewan Rakyat passes Cybercrimes Bill, Zahid says powers subject to checks and balances

PARLIAMENT | The Dewan Rakyat passed the Cybercrimes Bill today with a voice vote.

Earlier Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi defended the bill, insisting that none of the powers conferred under the proposed law is absolute or unchecked.

Addressing concerns raised by MPs during second reading debates, he said every power provided under the bill is subject to checks and balances as well as strict legal procedures.

“Without disregarding the very insightful views of all honourable members, I hope…

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