Perkasa defamed Lim by labelling him 'traitor', rules Federal Court

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The apex court, in a 2-1 majority decision, says reputation is a factor irrespective of whether one is suing in an official or private capacity. FMTNews LGE Court

February 26, 2021 11:20 AMPUTRAJAYA: The Federal Court, in a 2-1 majority ruling today, allowed Lim Guan Eng’s appeal against Malay rights group Perkasa for labelling him a traitor in allegedly revealing national secrets to the Singapore government.

The ruling set aside the Court of Appeal verdict and restored the findings of the High Court which had awarded Lim, a former chief minister of Penang, RM150,000 in damages.

 

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