Galloway disagrees with journo's arrest, groups renew call to repeal Sedition Act

Dania Kamal AryfPublished: Jan 18, 2026 12:26 PM | Updated: Jan 18, 2026 12:29 PM

British politician George Galloway has expressed concern over the arrest of former Free Malaysia Today journalist Rex Tan in a brief comment on veteran activist Tian Chua’s Facebook post.

Chua had condemned the arrest yesterday, describing police action as "disproportionate" and courting broader implications for the clampdown on free speech and open dialogue.

He also highlighted how Tan’s arrest could...

British politician expresses concern in a brief comment on Tian Chua's FB.

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