December 02, 2020 (PN)
R Sivarasa (PH-Sungai Buloh) asked in Parliament, whether the government is considering implementing the Freedom of Information Act and amend the Official Secrets Act (OSA) while protecting the country’s secrets? Sivarasa also said access to information under certain Acts was crucial in fighting corruption and abuse.
De facto law minister Takiyuddin Hassan responded by saying certain improvements could be made to balance the interests of both the public and the country.
“This is crucial as each law has its own objectives,” Takiyuddin said adding that Putrajaya is reviewing certain laws, including the OSA, from time to time.
He also mentioned that the government has “no problem listening to views that will help improve such legislation”.
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