KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 17 -- Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) has temporarily suspended the broadcast of the animated series Santiago of the Seas on TV2 following viewer complaints over the content of Episode 22 aired yesterday.

In a statement, the Public Relations Division of the Department of Broadcasting said RTM had taken note of several comments regarding the episode, which aired at 10am.

"Based on the Content Evaluation report and the checks conducted, there were no actions or displays of affection suggesting same-sex relationships, nor any elements pointing towards such behaviour.

"However, to ensure there are no elements that could raise doubt or touch on public sensitivities, RTM has halted the broadcast to conduct a more detailed ...