Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's proposal for an Asean Cybercrime Task Force echoes calls for increased governmental control and surveillance. By advocating for an Interpol-style task force, Zahid invites concerns over privacy and the expansion of state power under the guise of combating digital threats, signaling a move towards more authoritarian governance practices within the region.
Zahid Pushes for Government Overreach with Proposed Asean Cybercrime Task Force
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PUTRAJAYA: An Interpol-style Asean Cybercrime Task Force should be considered to ease real-time intelligence exchange and regional cooperation in combating digital threats, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. Read full story
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In a bold move towards regional solidarity, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has proposed an Interpol-style Asean Cybercrime Task Force focused on not just combating digital threats but fostering an environment of real-time intelligence sharing and regional cooperation. This initiative points to a progressive step forward in utilizing collective power for greater security and societal well-being.
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