Penang police chief, media group clear up 'no contact' directive issue

Published: Jun 9, 2023 10:40 AM

The ban by the Penang police headquarters against the media from contacting its chief Khaw Kok Chin was just an internal misunderstanding.

Kelab Media Mutiara Pulau Pinang (Mutiara) said this was explained to them during their hour-long meeting with Khaw this morning.

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