PETALING JAYA: Creating and spreading fake news in the midst of a global crisis is an act of betrayal against the country and its people, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Against this backdrop, Anwar described the deliberate spread of false information on fuel and electricity prices as particularly irresponsible. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has so far detected 96 pieces of fake content related to fuel and electricity prices on social media platforms. Anwar said the Government had no choice but to instruct the police and MCMC to take firm action against those involved. The Prime Minister also reminded the wealthy and the elite not to behave as if they were untouched by the hardship facing ordinary Malaysians.

Source: The Star April 01, 2026 23:48 UTC