KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 28 -- Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the government is developing new legal and policy frameworks to tackle the rise of misinformation and disinformation, warning that these issues could threaten Malaysia's social harmony and national security.

He said the ministry is drafting several key measures, including a strengthened Anti-Fake News Act, ethical guidelines for social media influencers to promote responsible content, and an AI framework to ensure technology is used ethically and does not spread false information.

"Media and digital literacy must become part of both formal and informal education.

"Our young generation needs to be equipped not only with the technical skills to use technology but al...