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The harassment started back in February but has escalated over time.


LETTER | We call on all political parties to actively choose to challenge gender and other stereotypes, fight gender bias, discrimination and celebrate women's achievements.

COMMENT | Just before Chinese New Year, there was an event at a local bookstore moderated by someone accused of sexual harassment.



Minister says authorities should be more aware and sensitive when handling complaints of alleged sexual harassment cases.

The police informed the victim that among their reasons for closing the case was a lack of concrete evidence.

Wan Azizah said the bill, which was supposed to be tabled in parliament this year, is expected to be tabled next year.

Association of Women Lawyers wants Sexual Harassment Act as survey shows only 13pct lawyers trust firms to deal with misconduct.

A global study found that only 13 percent of local lawyers said their firms have a good approach towards dealing with these issues.

It is expected to be tabled for its first reading in the current Parliament sitting, which ends on Dec 5.

UPDATED 2.25PM | 'I made a huge mistake. I should have not said that even in jest,' says deputy minister.

He is believed to have asked his victims to massage him, before he later massaged them.

Minister says as at August this year, 57 cases were recorded compared to 21 throughout last year.
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UPDATED 11.28PM | The alleged harassment occurred during a consultation for dry skin.

Deputy home minister confirms that investigation papers have been handed over to AGC for further action.

It says Imran must step down because his proposal goes against 'ethical, logical and social norms'.

LETTER | We call upon the M'sian gov't to review its 'abstain' position to adopt the Convention on Violence and Harassment.

COMMENT | 'Although Mohd Imran has retracted his distasteful proposal, it got me thinking.'

UPDATED 1.21PM | Wan Azizah says lawmakers need to better understand the causes and consequences of violence against women.

Mohd Imran previously said 'sexy dressing' of athletes could lead to illicit sex, notes Cenbet.

UPDATED 11.30AM | This following the heavy criticism for saying men should be protected against seduction.