An emergency motion to debate the matter involving Maxim Birdnest Sdn Bhd, which is under probe for alleged involvement in human trafficking activities, was rejected in Parliament today.

Dewan Rakyat speaker Pandikar Amin Mulia rejected Charles Santiago's (DAP-Klang) emergency motion in his chamber, saying the authorities have looked into the case and action has been taken.

The motion breached Section 23 (1)(i) of the Parliamentary Standing Order, which stated a question shall not be asked as to whether statements in the press are accurate, he said...