KUALA LUMPUR, Feb. 21 -- PAS Deputy President Datuk Seri Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man has called on party leaders to verify their facts before making public statements to prevent defamation suits and safeguard the party's reputation.
Amid a series of defamation suits and criticisms over misinformation, the Pahang opposition leader cautioned that statements made even in a personal capacity could still be associated with the party due to their positions.
"We run the risk of being sued personally and having to pay damages. The party is also at risk [of having its image tarnished].
"So all leaders and members must exercise care to preserve PAS's image and defend the integrity of the party's leadership," he was quoted telling Free Malaysia Today.
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