Azalina: Freedom of Information Bill must balance openness with safeguards, avoid excessive prohibitions

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Malaysia’s proposed Freedom of Information Bill 2026 should expand public access to information while including safeguards and avoiding excessive restrictions, Azalina said. The bill’s provisions are still under consideration.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 — The proposed Freedom of Information Bill 2026 must genuinely provide access to information...