Malaysian Government Bans Civil Servants from Using Waze App
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The Malaysian government has issued an official directive prohibiting all civil servants from using the navigation app Waze. This decision was made following concerns regarding the application's background, which has ties to the state of Israel.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim explained that this measure was taken as part of national security policy. The government views this issue seriously to ensure that official government data and information are always protected from any external threats.
Furthermore, the authorities emphasized that civil servants must be more cautious in choosing the software or applications used while performing official duties. The use of alternative applications that are safer and have no ties to parties involved in international conflicts is highly encouraged.
This directive has been circulated to all ministries and government agencies nationwide. Management at each department is requested to ensure that all staff comply with this new regulation immediately to safeguard the interests and sovereignty of the nation.
Overall, this step reflects Malaysia's firm stance on international issues involving national sensitivities. The public, especially civil servants, is advised to remain alert to the latest directives from the government to avoid any issues in the future.
Sources: The Edge Malaysia
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