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Civil.ge
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Civil.ge
126th Ergneti IPRM Meeting
The 126th meeting of the Incident Prevention and Response Mechanism (IPRM) was held on July 21 in the village Ergneti, near the occupation line with Georgia's Russian-backed Tskhinvali region. The meeting was co-facilitated by Bettina Patricia Boughani, head of the EU Monitoring Mission (EUMM) in Georgia, and Christoph Späti, special representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office for the South Caucasus. Georgia's State Security Service (SSSG) said it discussed 'all important incidents' along the occupation line since the previous IPRM meeting. The agency said its representatives reiterated their 'strong demand' for accountability in the November 2023 killing of Georgian citizen Tamaz Ginturi, who was fatally shot by Russian forces during an attempted illegal arrest near the village of Kirbali in the Gori municipality. The agency also said it raised the issue of releasing all individuals held in illegal detention and condemned the continued 'illegal so-called borderization' near the occupation line. It said humanitarian concerns affecting the local population were discussed, with 'special attention paid to the issue of free movement.' The co-facilitators welcomed the 'continued commitment' of all participants to the IPRM format, emphasizing its 'crucial role' in 'addressing security-related developments and finding practical solutions for conflict-affected communities on both sides of the administrative boundary line.' 'The EUMM and OSCE co-facilitators reiterated their concern over the continuous practice of detentions,' a joint statement said. 'They also advocated for enhanced freedom of movement, which would facilitate family visits during the summer.' The discussion also addressed irrigation and wastewater management, with co-facilitators urging 'practical cooperation to ensure sufficient access of the local population on both sides of the ABL to water resources during the dry season.' Both organizations reiterated their readiness to support efforts in this area. The official press release noted that participants acknowledged the EUMM-managed hotline as 'a highly effective tool for establishing a shared understanding of security and humanitarian developments.' Igor Kochiev, the de facto representative of the Russian-backed Tskhinvali region, told journalists following the meeting that the situation along the boundary remains 'stable, calm and predictable.' 'Since the previous meeting, a minimal number of violations of the state border and violations of the republic's airspace by unmanned aerial vehicles have been recorded,' he said. Representatives of the de facto authorities in the occupied Tskhinvali region once again raised the issue of a Georgian police post in the village of Tsnelisi/Uista. Kochiev said, 'The problem is constantly voiced, and the South Ossetian side has proposed withdrawing this post from the territory of the republic.' He added that the removal of the post is the 'only possible solution, including to make life easier for residents living on the right bank of the Lopan River.' The next meeting within the framework of the IPRM will be held on 29 September 2025 . Also Read:
The Star
14-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Fahmi: Leaked JAC document could have violated OSA
KUALA LUMPUR: Authorities need to investigate the authenticity of the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) meeting minutes that went viral on social media on Saturday, says Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said that if the document was verified as authentic and classified as confidential, its publication or distribution could have legal implications, particularly under the Official Secrets Act. 'I understand a police report has been filed. I cannot confirm whether the document circulated is authentic or not. 'If it is a genuine and classified document, then the Official Secrets Act applies. 'Therefore, we need to be cautious and avoid disseminating classified documents. 'We leave it to the police to conduct the investigation, but so far, I have no information,' he told a press conference after officiating the Malaysian Institute of Public Relations (IPRM) You & AI: MEET@BANGSAR programme here yesterday, Bernama reported. Also present were the Communications Ministry deputy secretary-general (strategic communications and creative industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin, Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute director Roslan Ariffin and IPRM president Jaffri Amin. The alleged minutes of the JAC meeting, said to have occurred in May, have spread on social media since Saturday, reportedly starting from Reddit before going viral on Facebook and X. Regarding the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's action against the dissemination of the document on social media, Fahmi said any action would only be taken based on public reports, and the authority to remove content is subject to the discretion of the respective platform. As for the police, it said that an investigation has been launched into the alleged leak and dissemination of what is believed to be confidential minutes from a JAC meeting. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that the police had received a report on the matter. The case is being handled by the classified crime investigation unit under the Bukit Aman criminal investigation department. The investigation is being conducted under Section 8 of the Official Secrets Act, Section 203A of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act. 'The focus of the investigation is on the disclosure and distribution of the information, including its spread on social media,' Mohd Khalid said. The police also reminded the public not to share any classified documents or information marked as confidential or restricted. 'Stern action will be taken against any parties found to be involved in leaking or spreading such information,' he said in a statement. KUALA LUMPUR: Authorities need to investigate the authenticity of the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) meeting minutes that went viral on social media on Saturday, says Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said that if the document was verified as authentic and classified as confidential, its publication or distribution could have legal implications, particularly under the Official Secrets Act. 'I understand a police report has been filed. I cannot confirm whether the document circulated is authentic or not. 'If it is a genuine and classified document, then the Official Secrets Act applies. 'Therefore, we need to be cautious and avoid disseminating classified documents. 'We leave it to the police to conduct the investigation, but so far, I have no information,' he told a press conference after officiating the Malaysian Institute of Public Relations (IPRM) You & AI: MEET@BANGSAR programme here yesterday, Bernama reported. Also present were the Communications Ministry deputy secretary-general (strategic communications and creative industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin, Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute director Roslan Ariffin and IPRM president Jaffri Amin. The alleged minutes of the JAC meeting, said to have occurred in May, have spread on social media since Saturday, reportedly starting from Reddit before going viral on Facebook and X. Regarding the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's action against the dissemination of the document on social media, Fahmi said any action would only be taken based on public reports, and the authority to remove content is subject to the discretion of the respective platform. As for the police, it said that an investigation has been launched into the alleged leak and dissemination of what is believed to be confidential minutes from a JAC meeting. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that the police had received a report on the matter. The case is being handled by the classified crime investigation unit under the Bukit Aman criminal investigation department. The investigation is being conducted under Section 8 of the Official Secrets Act, Section 203A of the Penal Code and Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act. 'The focus of the investigation is on the disclosure and distribution of the information, including its spread on social media,' Mohd Khalid said. The police also reminded the public not to share any classified documents or information marked as confidential or restricted. 'Stern action will be taken against any parties found to be involved in leaking or spreading such information,' he said in a statement.
The Star
14-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Mandatory AI content labels mulled
Future forward: Fahmi giving a speech during the launch of the IPRM You & AI Festival 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama KUALA LUMPUR: The government is considering whether to make it a requirement to label artificial intelligence-generated content as 'AI generated' under the Online Safety Act 2024, which is expected to come into force by year-end, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister said the move is crucial to address the misuse of AI, such as scams, defamation and identity impersonation, especially on social media platforms. 'We also believe platforms must be proactive in labelling AI-generated content,' Fahmi said at a press conference after attending the Institute of Public Relations Malaysia's (IPRM) programme YOU & AI: MEET@BANGSAR here yesterday, Bernama reported. Also present were Communications Ministry deputy secretary-general (Strategic Communications and Creative Industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin, Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) director Roslan Ariffin and IPRM president Jaffri Amin. Fahmi noted that several social media platforms have voluntarily started to label AI-generated content, adding that such initiatives could be expanded regionally through cooperation among Asean countries. On concerns over the spread of fake videos and images generated by AI, Fahmi said there are currently no globally satisfactory regulatory guidelines in place. However, he added that active discussions are ongoing at the United Nations (UN) and International Telecommunication Union (ITU). 'I recently attended the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. Indeed, at both the UN and ITU levels, there is ongoing debate over who should be responsible for AI regulation. 'Certainly, at the national level, Parliament and ministries such as the Digital Ministry must lead. But we also recognise that every ministry has a role in assessing and evaluating AI use within its scope,' he said. Earlier in his speech, Fahmi stressed that AI cannot fully replace human roles. He urged the younger generation, especially Generation Alpha, to understand the benefits, challenges and limitations of AI, given that they are growing up in a world increasingly shaped by it.
Malay Mail
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
‘AI generated' labelling could become law by end 2025, communications minister says to curb scams, defamation and deepfakes
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 — The government is considering making it a requirement to label artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content as 'AI generated' under the Online Safety Act 2024, which is expected to come into force by the end of this year. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the move is crucial to address the misuse of AI, especially on social media platforms for purposes such as scams, defamation and identity impersonation. 'We may consider this requirement, for example, under the Online Safety Act, which is expected to come into effect, Insya-Allah, by the end of this year. 'We also believe platforms must be proactive in labelling AI-generated content as such,' he said at a press conference after attending the Institute of Public Relations Malaysia's (IPRM) programme YOU & AI: MEET@BANGSAR here today. Also present were Communications Ministry Deputy Secretary-General (Strategic Communications and Creative Industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin, Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) director Roslan Ariffin, and IPRM president Jaffri Amin. Fahmi noted that several social media platforms have already begun voluntarily labelling AI-generated content, and that such initiatives could be expanded regionally through cooperation among Asean countries. A man carries an AI-generated image of former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump carrying cats away from Haitian immigrants, a reference to falsehoods spread about Springfield, Ohio, during a campaign rally for Trump at the Tucson Music Hall in Tucson, Arizona, September 12, 2024 — AFP pic On concerns over the spread of fake videos and images generated by AI, he said there are currently no globally satisfactory regulatory guidelines in place. However, he added that active discussions are ongoing, including at the level of the United Nations (UN) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). 'I recently attended the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. Indeed, at both the UN and ITU levels, there is ongoing debate over who should be responsible for AI regulation. 'Certainly, at the national level, Parliament and ministries such as the Ministry of Digital must lead. But we also recognise that every ministry has a role in assessing and evaluating AI use within its scope,' he said. Earlier, in his speech, Fahmi stressed that AI cannot fully replace human roles. He also urged the younger generation, especially Gen Alpha, to understand the benefits, challenges, and limitations of AI, given that they are growing up in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. — Bernama
Borneo Post
13-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Fahmi: Govt considering mandatory 'AI generated' label under online safety act
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the move is crucial to address the misuse of AI, especially on social media platforms. – Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR (July 13): The government is considering making it a requirement to label artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content as 'AI generated' under the Online Safety Act 2024, which is expected to come into force by the end of this year. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the move is crucial to address the misuse of AI, especially on social media platforms for purposes such as scams, defamation and identity impersonation. 'We may consider this requirement, for example, under the Online Safety Act, which is expected to come into effect, Insya-Allah, by the end of this year. 'We also believe platforms must be proactive in labelling AI-generated content as such,' he said at a press conference after attending the Institute of Public Relations Malaysia's (IPRM) programme YOU & AI: MEET@BANGSAR here today. Also present were Communications Ministry Deputy Secretary-General (Strategic Communications and Creative Industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin, Tun Abdul Razak Broadcasting and Information Institute (IPPTAR) director Roslan Ariffin, and IPRM president Jaffri Amin. Fahmi noted that several social media platforms have already begun voluntarily labelling AI-generated content, and that such initiatives could be expanded regionally through cooperation among ASEAN countries. On concerns over the spread of fake videos and images generated by AI, he said there are currently no globally satisfactory regulatory guidelines in place. However, he added that active discussions are ongoing, including at the level of the United Nations (UN) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). 'I recently attended the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Switzerland. Indeed, at both the UN and ITU levels, there is ongoing debate over who should be responsible for AI regulation. 'Certainly, at the national level, Parliament and ministries such as the Ministry of Digital must lead. But we also recognise that every ministry has a role in assessing and evaluating AI use within its scope,' he said. Earlier, in his speech, Fahmi stressed that AI cannot fully replace human roles. He also urged the younger generation, especially Gen Alpha, to understand the benefits, challenges, and limitations of AI, given that they are growing up in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. – Bernama AI generated artificial intelligence fahmi fadzil Online Safety Act 2024
