Azalina said a special task force, comprising officials from four ministries, would undertake a comprehensive review before proposing the changes, Bernama reported.

She said her ministry, in collaboration with the home, digital, and communications ministries, would focus on defining cyberbullying.

This was important as the term has not been explicitly addressed in the country’s legislation.

To better understand global best practices, Azalina plans to organise an international legal seminar on online threats, drawing insights from countries like Australia, Canada, the UK and Singapore.

This initiative acknowledges the ongoing debate between upholding democratic principles and determining the boundaries of human rights, she said.

“Some people argue that they have the freedom to say whatever they like because, unlike physical bullying, it only involves words.

“However, cyberbullying is not a one-time offence. It often includes actions such as ‘swooping’, ‘doxxing’ and intimidation.

“The most damaging aspect is its inflammatory nature, where individuals incite others to foster hatred,” she told reporters after opening the Bukit Mertajam Umno delegates’ meeting in Butterworth today.