'No time to waste over Israel's threat': PM mulls total ban of Waze | Malaysiakini
Source: Malaysiakini.com
Published on: 2026-10-23 07:17
With Israel at the heart of the government's security concerns over Waze, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has made it clear that the government is in no mood to drag its feet, warning that the risks posed by the navigation app cannot be left to linger as he revealed that a total ban remains on the table. "The Waze issue is a serious one for us because, firstly, its headquarters is in Israel. Secondly, under the terms of use of the application, if there are any problems, Israeli law will apply. That is why I took relatively spontaneous action (to prohibit the use of Waze). "This matter cannot be delayed, not even for a day. Some people say we should be patient first and review it first. "I say it is clear that by using Waze, it means automatically handing over all information to Israel. So, this is a matter of public and national security, and I cannot compromise on it," he was quoted as ...
(Please login to view full article)Third-Party Content Disclaimer
Content displayed on this platform may include news articles, reports, and other materials aggregated from publicly available third-party sources through automated tools. Such content is not created, written, commissioned, or edited by Straits Interactive Pte Ltd or the Data Protection Excellence (DPEX) Network.
While we take reasonable steps to ensure responsible publication, we do not independently verify all third-party information and make no representations as to its accuracy, completeness, or reliability.
The views, findings, and statements expressed in third-party content belong solely to the original source and do not reflect the views of Straits Interactive Pte Ltd or the DPEX Network.
If you believe any content is inaccurate, infringing, or should be removed, please contact us at legal@straitsinteractive.com. We will review the matter and, where appropriate, take action in accordance with our internal policies.
Unlock these benefits
Get access to news, enforcement cases, events, and actionable tips and guides
Get regular email updates and offers
Job opportunities, mentorship and career guidance
Exclusive access to Data Protection community - ask questions, network and share knowledge with peers and experts via WhatsApp and Linkedin
DPEX Network is a Community Initiative of Straits Interactive.
Copyright © Straits Interactive Pte Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
All intellectual property rights to logos and brands featured on this website remain the property of their respective owners.