To ensure freedom of expression in the country, the media should remain free to operate without any interference from other parties, said Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

In this regard, he said the government had never prevented the media from publishing any reports, and had in fact used certain news articles as a guide for taking follow-up actions, such as extending assistance for the well-being of Keluarga Malaysia (The Malaysian Family).

“The government always takes note of reports published in the media. All government ministries and agencies...