CHIEF Minister Chow Kon Yeow has called on all parties to move on and not prolong the recent controversy involving an upside-down display of the Jalur Gemilang that went viral on social media.
When asked about the matter today, Chow said various parties had already expressed their views.
“The police are currently investigating the case, and the investigation paper has been submitted to the Deputy Public Prosecutor.
“The police have also advised all parties to cancel a planned gathering in Bertam, Kepala Batas, today to prevent potential conflicts and ensure public safety.
“My earlier statement on the matter is sufficient. Let us all move on,” he said.
The controversy arose after a 21-second video clip filmed outside a hardware store in Kepala Batas surfaced on Saturday, showing the Jalur Gemilang being hoisted upside-down. The incident sparked widespread public outrage.
It was reported that the 59-year-old man involved admitted it was an error, explaining that he was merely measuring the flagpole height and had not yet secured the flag when the recording was made. He claimed to have corrected the flag’s position afterwards.
The case is being investigated under Section 5 of the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act 1963, Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955, and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1988.
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