Search in Asia, head of government Mahathir Mohamad, outcome unknown
The number of entries reflects the depth of this record, not the severity of a country's conduct.
1 incident matches this view.
Country: Malaysia, RSF 2026 rank: 95th of 180
Continent: Asia
Tactic: Funding and ownership pressure (1) Surveillance and subpoenas (1)
Stage: Pressure (1)
Outcome: Unknown (1)
Level: National (1)
Head of government: Mahathir Mohamad
| Date | Incident | Country | Tactic | Head of government | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 20, 1998 | Malaysia pressures domestic media and monitors foreign correspondents after arresting former deputy premier Anwar Ibrahim | Malaysia (RSF 2026 rank: 95th of 180) | Surveillance and subpoenas | Mahathir Mohamad | Unknown |