Planned Sosma changes: Gov't looking at 28-day detention, economic sabotage

The government is looking at possible changes to the length of detention and provisions relating to economic sabotage under proposed amendments to the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012.

Home Minister Muhyiddin Yassin said discussion had already been ongoing for some time in line with Pakatan Harapan's promise to address Sosma's draconian elements.

Muhyiddin said he had tabled the proposals to the cabinet three months ago after consultation with various stakeholders, including the Malaysian Bar, Suhakam, Suaram, academicians and others...