PM: Probe socks issue but don't pursue excessive punishment

Hariz MohdPublished: Mar 20, 2024 1:06 PM | Updated: Mar 20, 2024 10:54 PM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim believes the controversial issue of socks bearing the word "Allah" should be probed according to the law, but he doesn't believe in excessive punishment on the matter.

"My view is clear. There was an offence committed, there must be investigation and immediate action according to the law. That's enough...

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