This comes after it was reported that activists are being investigated over their involvement in a peaceful gathering.
The Malaysian Bar has urged the authorities to respect the constitutional freedom of speech, assembly and association of all Malaysians.
Former Bar president Ambiga Sreenevasan and activist Marina Mahathir are also currently under police investigation for their alleged involvement in the gathering. “All Malaysians are entitled to this freedom irrespective of their political and ideological beliefs.
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