![POTA: Precautionary action vital before it is too late POTA: Precautionary action vital before it is too late](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-05/41401449382_295x200.jpg)
POTA: Precautionary action vital before it is too late
The tabling of the Prevention of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA) is seen as timely, following the looming terrorist threat in the country lately.
Thu Apr 09 2015
![Should we be worried about POTA? Should we be worried about POTA?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-03/61425871329_295x200.jpg)
Should we be worried about POTA?
Astro AWANI's Zan Azlee thinks that the Prevention of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA) should be a cause of concern for Malaysians.
Wed Apr 08 2015
![Special Measures Against Terrorism in Foreign Countries Bill 2015 passed Special Measures Against Terrorism in Foreign Countries Bill 2015 passed](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-03/81396260658_295x200.jpg)
Special Measures Against Terrorism in Foreign Countries Bill 2015 passed
The Act will only be used on those who are really suspected of committing an offence, based on information obtained from the authorities.
Tue Apr 07 2015
![Anti-terrorism bill to fight militancy: Zahid Anti-terrorism bill to fight militancy: Zahid](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-11/81416103006_295x200.jpg)
Anti-terrorism bill to fight militancy: Zahid
The bill is vital based on the international nature of IS threats faced by Malaysians in the country and abroad, the Home Minister said.
Tue Apr 07 2015
![Passing of POTA symbolises backbenchers' solidarity Passing of POTA symbolises backbenchers' solidarity](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2014-02/71391526667_295x200.jpg)
Passing of POTA symbolises backbenchers' solidarity
POTA which was passed at the Dewan Rakyat showed the power of solidarity among the backbenchers in efforts to curb violence.
Tue Apr 07 2015
![The definition of The Prevention Of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA) The definition of The Prevention Of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA)](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-01/51420867591_295x200.jpg)
The definition of The Prevention Of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA)
Here are the essence of The Prevention Of Terrorism Bill 2015 (POTA)which was passed without amendments today.
Tue Apr 07 2015
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Dewan Rakyat passes POTA after debating for more than 12 hours
The Prevention of Terrorism Bill(Pota)2015 was passed without amendment after the ninth block voting at the Dewan Rakyat at about 2.25am.
Mon Apr 06 2015
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Malaysia tables two bills as preemptive move against terrorism
The two bills are the Prevention of Terrorism Bill 2015 and the Special Measures against Terrorism in Foreign Countries Bill 2015.
Fri Apr 03 2015
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Prevention of Terrorism Bill 2015 tabled in Dewan Rakyat
The Prevention of Terrorism Bill 2015 was tabled in the Dewan Rakyat today, which among others includes a provision that no person shall be arrested and detained solely for his 'political belief'.
Mon Mar 30 2015
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Anti terrorism bill expected to be tabled next March
Zahid Hamidi said the legal division of the Home Ministry was currently preparing the draft of the bill.
Mon Dec 15 2014
Indonesia passes anti-terrorism funding bill
Indonesia's parliament passed an anti-terrorism bill on Tuesday that allows authorities to freeze bank accounts and confiscate assets with suspected links to militant activity.
Tue Feb 12 2013