News & Reviews:   checking

Last week, our Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, announced a RM100 aid for Malaysians over 18 years old through the MyKad from 31 August 2025. However, this method is not something familiar as cash aid was often distributed through eWallet platforms.

Last week, we reported that the Malaysian police force can check your mobile phone if there is enough reasonable suspicion. However, it was further clarified again by Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, saying the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) cannot simply check a phone without a good reason.

Perhaps bad news to most people, the Malaysian police force now has the authority to check your mobile phone if there is suspicion or anything related to a crime. The news was confirmed by Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain yesterday, under Section 23 (1) of the Criminal Procedure Code.