The police investigation into activist and graphic designer Fahmi Reza over his “Kelas Demokrasi” TikTok livestreams is a denial of the public’s right to seek and receive information on the workings of Malaysia’s political system, Suaram said.

Suaram executive director Azura Nasron said the criminalisation of non-partisan civic education, in this case, discussions on the functions of the state executive and legislature, and how Sabahans can participate meaningfully in the political process, highlights what civil society has long cautioned.