LIMA (Peru), Nov 14 — Social media platform TikTok has given assurance that it will forge cooperation with the Communications Ministry, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to address issues of cyberbullying and online scams.
This is according to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, who made this statement following his meeting with a delegation from TikTok, led by its chief executive officer Shou Zi Chew, here, yesterday.
"During the meeting, I raised several matters, including the implementation of a regulatory framework to license social media and internet messaging services starting from January 1 next year.
“I also touched on issues such as cyberbullying, scams, and the culture of defamation in Malaysia, which has been rampant on TikTok.
“We also discussed the collaboration between the Madani government and TikTok in Malaysia, and they have confirmed plans to continue making substantial investments,” Anwar said.
TikTok has also expressed its commitment to supporting Malaysia's efforts as the Chair of Asean in 2025, he added.
Anwar arrived here on November 12, marking his first official visit to the Latin American region since assuming office in November 2022.
The prime minister’s visit to Peru, which includes his participation in the 31st Apec Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM) from November 14-16, is expected to strengthen bilateral relations between Malaysia and Peru.
— Bernama
