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76 opposition reps decry 'unreasonable, unfair' contempt verdict, want govt action
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Seventy-six opposition MPs, state assemblypersons and senator have jointly called for an immediate consultation to discuss media guidelines that are fair and built on a rights-based approach, following the Federal Court verdict against Malaysiakini yesterday.

They also expressed their grave concern over the guilty verdict against the news portal.

"The verdict sends a chilling message to Malaysians as it indicates the further narrowing of media space on freedom of expression, a right that is guaranteed under the Malaysian Constitution.

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