Home minister denies granting citizenship en masse to foreigners

Malaysian Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has dismissed allegations that his ministry granted citizenship to a large number of foreigners, particularly Chinese nationals, residing in the country. Ismail warned that spreading such defamatory claims could damage reputations, stir racial hatred, disrupt public order, and threaten national security.

He has repeatedly refuted these claims, providing factual evidence and official data to debunk the allegations. However, some parties have continued to recycle videos, posters, and narratives that have already been proven false, aiming to mislead the public and incite racial tensions. Ismail emphasized that the issue has already been officially addressed, with facts documented in previous statements and media reports.

He urged all parties to refrain from spreading such claims and exploiting sensitive issues for political gain or social media attention. He also called on the public to verify the accuracy of information with official sources before accepting or sharing it, urging responsible use of social media.