Hui Ying clarifies abortion law after Dewan Rakyat remarks spark confusion
Deputy Minister Lim Hui Ying clarified that abortion remains a criminal offense in Malaysia, with a specific legal exception under Section 312 of the Penal Code. This statement was issued to resolve confusion following her earlier remarks in the Dewan Rakyat.
Why it matters
The clarification is significant for public understanding of reproductive rights and the legal framework governing medical procedures in Malaysia.
Deputy women, family and community development minister Lim Hui Ying told the Dewan Rakyat on July 6 that clinics providing abortion services are prohibited in Malaysia. (Bernama pic)
The article provides a factual account of a government official's clarification regarding existing law.
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