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NGO calls for amendment to Drugs Act, repeal of death penalty

By Malaysiakini
10 October 2024

Amnesty International Malaysia called for amendments to the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952 that include repealing the death penalty for drug-related offences. For World Day Against the Death Penalty today, the NGO is highlighting Malaysia and neighbouring countries for the continued use of the death penalty in drug offences. Malaysia and Singapore are among only 11…

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