Melaka polls: MCMC won’t interfere in parties’ social media campaigns, will only act on complaints

Melaka, November 1 — Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil stated that the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will not interfere in the social media campaigns of political parties during the 16th Melaka State Election. Instead, the commission will actively monitor social media platforms and take action only upon receiving complaints from the public.

Fahmi revealed that MCMC will monitor instances of false information spread, the use of deepfakes, offensive content, and the creation of fake accounts that disappear after posting. He also pointed out the presence of many fake accounts spreading derogatory statements against the King, with 98% of them being fabricated. The decision to select Parti Amanah Negara vice-president Adly Zahari as Chief Minister candidate for Pakatan Harapan (PH) was based on his extensive experience, including serving as a state assemblyman for two terms and as Chief Minister.

The Election Commission had designated November 14 as the polling day for the 16th Melaka State Election, with early voting scheduled for November 10.