Kom chief targets govt critics, moots debates with Albert, Najib loyalist
The newly appointed head of Malaysia's Community Communications Department (J-Kom), Hisyamuddin Ghazali, has announced a shift toward a more aggressive stance against government critics. He plans to utilize police reports to combat what he describes as slander against the current administration.
Why it matters
This signals a potential tightening of government control over public discourse and a more confrontational approach to political opposition in Malaysia.
News New J-Kom chief targets govt critics, moots debates with Albert, Najib loyalist Published : Jun 11, 2026 11:47 AM ⋅ Updated : 7:28 AM ADS 75 Community Communications Department (J-Kom) director-general Hisyamuddin Ghazali has vowed a tougher stance against government critics, going on the offensive in defence of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and the Madani administration.
The framing highlights the 'offensive' nature of the government's new communication strategy, which may be perceived as critical of state power.
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