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“Is there a tradition in Malaysia for investigative journalism?” - Zaharom Nain malaysiakini.com/news/381636

Dato Dr Anwar Fazal warns of perils of public-private partnerships. malaysiakini.com/news/381580

Wrapped up the Freedom of Information forum with intense and necessary discussions on the steps we can take as citizens for improvements. – at George Town, Pinang

"The task is ours now, as citizens, to fight for improvements in the FOIA".

Prof Zaharom, "The fact that FOIA has been brought into play, it's a surplus. But yes, there is room for improvements". – at George Town, Pinang

Q: To Prof Zaharom - Does the FOIA play an effective role or is it merely a political gimick?

"People who are getting money from public funds are accountable and thus should be disclosed while being monitored by relevant organisation"

Dr Anwar - "This involves privacy issues vs public interest issues. If I hold a public office role, there is no question about it "

"I would like to talk to the members of parliament from both sides, so they can represent us to speak on our behalf about this issue."

Jason: I urge the Penang state government to practice the real accessibility to information

Q: To Dato - If someone asks you how much you earn per month, would you be open to share about it? As freedom to Info can get personal

Q: To Jason Loo - What is Gerakan's plan for FOI if you ever come back to power? Do you have any solutions?

"Ethical journalism is important, and also the need for strong political will." - Prof Zaharom – at George Town, Pinang

"In a country that has all the structural constraints in accessing info, how can investigative journalism play a role?" - Prof Zaharom

"We need to know and we want to know. But the question is, do we demand to know?" - Prof Zaharom Nain