The Federal Court has heard the contempt of court proceedings against Malaysiakini and its editor-in-chief, Steven Gan, over a contempt of court case as a result of readers' comments on an article allegedly insulting.

As the court contempt case against ‘Malaysiakini’ is currently in the court process, it is not appropriate for Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall (KLSCAH) to comment on the case.

However, KLSCAH considers the court's decision in the Malaysiakini case to be a "landmark decision", especially regarding the question of whether Section 114A of the Evidence Act 1950 applied in this case will lead to a new norm where the authorities in the future will take action against media even the comments posted in news portals are made by readers.

Therefore, KLSCAH has launched the Malaysiakini subscription sponsorship program by sponsoring a total of RM7,600 to anyone who aspires to be a Malaysiakini subscriber for one year. A total of 152 people will be Malaysiakini's new customers in this sponsorship.

To become a Malaysiakini customer sponsored by KLSCAH, you are required to submit four details as mentioned below and send the information to KLSCAH email, [email protected].

1. Name:

2. Email:

3. Mobile Phone Number ：

4. Student ID / OKU card / Document or proof of receipt of National Concerned Assistance (BPN).

(For information, the fourth item is only for reference and review by KLSCAH and will not be submitted to Malaysiakini).

Any questions can be directed to DPCKLS assistant secretary, Encik Loh Xianda at 03-2274 6645. All the latest information on the 'Malaysiakini' subscription sponsorship program will be posted on KLSCAH (https://www.facebook.com/klscah/) later.

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Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall (KLSCAH)