Deputy communications minister backs former Federal Court judge Nallini for Malaysia Media Council chair, cites press freedom rulings (opens original article in a new tab)

Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching supports former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan's appointment as chair of the Malaysian Media Council, citing her legal expertise and advocacy for press freedom.

• Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching praised former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan for her judicial record, including press freedom rulings
• Teo expressed confidence in Nallini's leadership of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC), citing her forward-thinking legal acumen and humanity
• Nallini was appointed as chairperson of the MMC, established under the Malaysian Media Council Act 2025