Although the participants may not actually reach Dataran Merdeka itself, the participants will try to get as near as possible peacefully:
From an email message forwarded:
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The latest is the authorities have not only cordonned off Dataran Merdeka (Independence Squqre), they have started using helicopters to patrol the skies around that area.
Also received an email from Vancouver. They have already started. So we have Malaysians and friends of Malaysia in more than 70 cities around the world who are supporting this rally and its cause. By tomorrow, Bersih 3.0 will be officially a national and an international
Despite the provblems we have here in KL, the Rakyat is determined to participate. They will peaceably protest and demand free and fair elections. Even if the Rakyat cannot get onto Dataran, they can swarm and surround it.
The Rakyat is realistic. They expect the ruling party government will have their thugs in place and they can all expect those fellas to do their best to destabilize a peaceful rally and to cause an incident if given the opportunity.
At Bersih 2.0 they sent in their UMNO Youth chief, Khairy Jamaluddin with a bunch of apparently hired "Patriots" who unsuccessfully tried to stir up trouble. Yes, irt appeared they then sent their very best, brash UMNO youth leader who can slither and turn and talk anyone to death, their very own Transformer - an elitist Oxford debating team type who can tear anything and anyone apart yet have no substance to offer. At Bersih 20.0, this same character's photo showed up looking like a Mat Rempit bad boy type from Kampung Oxfoot. Rakyat power was too strong and he beat a hasty retreat. (Note: My observations about this public personality are mine solely and is based on how he has projected himself through the media and debates; nothing personal; just observations which any member of the public can have just sharing - so please be careful who you send this email to).
Everyone, just please be vigilant, peaceful and calm even in the face of ugly thuggery and the police with all their 'finery'.
Malaysia is one of the very few countries in the world where the police machinery reports to the ruling government. Elsewhere in the world, those in power come and go but the police as with the civil service remains neutral carrying out their duty which is to protect and safeguard the lawful public. Hope for the best.
C u all there tomorrow.
Friday, April 27, 2012
UMNO members: Should SPR President and Deputy President resign?
According to a media statement (Kenyataan Media) by PKR below, they should resign because there are UMNO members and therefore there is conflict of interest and they cannot be expected to be independent.
However, I remembered reading they Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof (President SPR/EC) and Wan Ahmad Wan Omar (Deputy President SPR/EC) claimed they had resign prior to taking up the post. However, I am not in a position to check the veracity of their statements.
Even then, if they had really resigned prior to taking up their posts, because of their past association with UMNO, there would still be sentiments of attachment to UMNO and therefore I doubt they can really be independent. And from their past actions and statements, my opinion is they are not independent and tend to side UMNO/BN.
So my opinion is that they should resign irrespective of their current UMNO membership and based on their past actions including allowing the Election Offences Act Amendment to be presented and passed by the UMNO/BN dominated Parliament plus other reasons too long to be appended here.
KENYATAAN MEDIA
27 APRIL 2012
PENGERUSI DAN TIMBALAN PENGERUSI SPR DISARAN SEGERA LETAK JAWATAN
Parti Keadilan Rakyat memandang serius perkara keterlibatan Pengerusi SPR Tan Sri Abd Aziz Yusof dan Timbalan Pengerusi SPR Dato Wan Ahmad Wan Omar yang sah menjadi ahli Umno sementara masih memegang jawatan di dalam SPR.
Parti Keadilan Rakyat berpegang kepada prinsip bahawa kepercayaan awam adalah syarat tonggak dalam kriteria perlantikan seseorang sebagai anggota di dalam SPR. Seorang yang diamanahkan menduduki jawatan sebagai anggota SPR hendaklah diyakini bebas, tidak berpihak dan ‘non-partisan’. Ternyata Pengerusi dan Timbalan Pengerusi SPR gagal dalam ujian asas ini apakala terbukti mereka berdua sah menjadi ahli UMNO sepertimana maklumat berikut:
Nama ABDUL AZIZ BIN MOHD YUSOF
No KP 500124105279
No KP Lama 2698922
No Keahlian UMNO 113804
Kod Cawangan 09920036=SRI AMPANG BARU
Kod DUN 09920=LEMBAH JAYA
Kod Bahagian 099 = AMPANG
Negeri SELANGOR
Nama WAN AHMAD BIN WAN OMAR
No KP 490101035179
No KP Lama 2756290
No Keahlian UMNO 2374564
Kod Cawangan 02213049=KUBANG BUNGGOR
Kod DUN 02213= CHETOK
Kod Bahagian 022 = PASIR MAS
Negeri KELANTAN
Kita berpendapat jalan terbaik untuk kedua-dua mereka membantu mengembalikan kepercayaan rakyat terhadap kewibawaan institusi SPR lebih-lebih lagi pada ketika Malaysia akan menghadapi pilihanraya umum ke 13 akan datang ialah segera meletak jawatan.
Sekian, terima kasih.
SAIFUDDIN NASUTION ISMAIL
SETIAUSAHA AGUNG
PARTI KEADILAN RAKYAT
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PRESS RELEASE
THE CHAIRMAN AND DEPUTY CHAIRMAN OF THE ELECTION COMMISSION HAVE TO RESIGN IMMEDIATELY
Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) is concerned about the Umno membership of both Election Commission (EC) Chairman Tan Sri Abd Aziz Yusof and Timbalan Pengerusi SPR Dato Wan Ahmad Wan Omar, as these two gentlemen run are expected to run free and fair elections in Malaysia.
Both of them have to resign their positions in the EC immediately.
PKR holds steadfast that public trust is the main requirement to run the EC. Its officials have to be impartial and non-partisan. Both of them fail this test.
Their membership in Umno is as follows:
Name: ABDUL AZIZ BIN MOHD YUSOF
Identity card number: 500124105279
Previous identity card number: Lama 2698922
UMNO membership number: 113804
Branch code: 09920036=SRI AMPANG BARU
Assembly seat code: 09920=LEMBAH JAYA
Division code: 099 = AMPANG
State: SELANGOR
Name: WAN AHMAD BIN WAN OMAR
Identity card number: 490101035179
Previous identity card number: 2756290
Umno membership number: 2374564
Branch code: 02213049=KUBANG BUNGGOR
Assembly seat code: 02213= CHETOK
Division code: 022 = PASIR MAS
State: KELANTAN
They have to leave their posts to regain public trust in the EC, more so with Malaysia expecting the 13th General Election very soon.
SAIFUDDIN NASUTION ISMAIL
SECRETARY-GENERAL
PARTI KEADILAN RAKYAT
26 APRIL 2012
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Dihantarkan kepada anda melalui / Delivered to you by:
BIRO KOMUNIKASI
PARTI KEADILAN RAKYAT
A-1-09, Merchant Square
No. 1, Jalan Tropicana Selatan 1
47410 Petaling Jaya
Tel: +603 7885 0530
Fax: +603 7885 0531
E-mail: komunikasi@keadilanrakyat.org
Web: www.keadilanrakyat.org
However, I remembered reading they Abdul Aziz Mohd Yusof (President SPR/EC) and Wan Ahmad Wan Omar (Deputy President SPR/EC) claimed they had resign prior to taking up the post. However, I am not in a position to check the veracity of their statements.
Even then, if they had really resigned prior to taking up their posts, because of their past association with UMNO, there would still be sentiments of attachment to UMNO and therefore I doubt they can really be independent. And from their past actions and statements, my opinion is they are not independent and tend to side UMNO/BN.
So my opinion is that they should resign irrespective of their current UMNO membership and based on their past actions including allowing the Election Offences Act Amendment to be presented and passed by the UMNO/BN dominated Parliament plus other reasons too long to be appended here.
Subject: KENYATAAN MEDIA: Pengerusi dan Timbalan Pengerusi SPR disaran segera letak jawatan—(EC& DEPUTY HEAD TO RESIGN)
KENYATAAN MEDIA
27 APRIL 2012
PENGERUSI DAN TIMBALAN PENGERUSI SPR DISARAN SEGERA LETAK JAWATAN
Parti Keadilan Rakyat memandang serius perkara keterlibatan Pengerusi SPR Tan Sri Abd Aziz Yusof dan Timbalan Pengerusi SPR Dato Wan Ahmad Wan Omar yang sah menjadi ahli Umno sementara masih memegang jawatan di dalam SPR.
Parti Keadilan Rakyat berpegang kepada prinsip bahawa kepercayaan awam adalah syarat tonggak dalam kriteria perlantikan seseorang sebagai anggota di dalam SPR. Seorang yang diamanahkan menduduki jawatan sebagai anggota SPR hendaklah diyakini bebas, tidak berpihak dan ‘non-partisan’. Ternyata Pengerusi dan Timbalan Pengerusi SPR gagal dalam ujian asas ini apakala terbukti mereka berdua sah menjadi ahli UMNO sepertimana maklumat berikut:
Nama ABDUL AZIZ BIN MOHD YUSOF
No KP 500124105279
No KP Lama 2698922
No Keahlian UMNO 113804
Kod Cawangan 09920036=SRI AMPANG BARU
Kod DUN 09920=LEMBAH JAYA
Kod Bahagian 099 = AMPANG
Negeri SELANGOR
Nama WAN AHMAD BIN WAN OMAR
No KP 490101035179
No KP Lama 2756290
No Keahlian UMNO 2374564
Kod Cawangan 02213049=KUBANG BUNGGOR
Kod DUN 02213= CHETOK
Kod Bahagian 022 = PASIR MAS
Negeri KELANTAN
Kita berpendapat jalan terbaik untuk kedua-dua mereka membantu mengembalikan kepercayaan rakyat terhadap kewibawaan institusi SPR lebih-lebih lagi pada ketika Malaysia akan menghadapi pilihanraya umum ke 13 akan datang ialah segera meletak jawatan.
Sekian, terima kasih.
SAIFUDDIN NASUTION ISMAIL
SETIAUSAHA AGUNG
PARTI KEADILAN RAKYAT
-----------------
PRESS RELEASE
THE CHAIRMAN AND DEPUTY CHAIRMAN OF THE ELECTION COMMISSION HAVE TO RESIGN IMMEDIATELY
Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) is concerned about the Umno membership of both Election Commission (EC) Chairman Tan Sri Abd Aziz Yusof and Timbalan Pengerusi SPR Dato Wan Ahmad Wan Omar, as these two gentlemen run are expected to run free and fair elections in Malaysia.
Both of them have to resign their positions in the EC immediately.
PKR holds steadfast that public trust is the main requirement to run the EC. Its officials have to be impartial and non-partisan. Both of them fail this test.
Their membership in Umno is as follows:
Name: ABDUL AZIZ BIN MOHD YUSOF
Identity card number: 500124105279
Previous identity card number: Lama 2698922
UMNO membership number: 113804
Branch code: 09920036=SRI AMPANG BARU
Assembly seat code: 09920=LEMBAH JAYA
Division code: 099 = AMPANG
State: SELANGOR
Name: WAN AHMAD BIN WAN OMAR
Identity card number: 490101035179
Previous identity card number: 2756290
Umno membership number: 2374564
Branch code: 02213049=KUBANG BUNGGOR
Assembly seat code: 02213= CHETOK
Division code: 022 = PASIR MAS
State: KELANTAN
They have to leave their posts to regain public trust in the EC, more so with Malaysia expecting the 13th General Election very soon.
SAIFUDDIN NASUTION ISMAIL
SECRETARY-GENERAL
PARTI KEADILAN RAKYAT
26 APRIL 2012
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Dihantarkan kepada anda melalui / Delivered to you by:
BIRO KOMUNIKASI
PARTI KEADILAN RAKYAT
A-1-09, Merchant Square
No. 1, Jalan Tropicana Selatan 1
47410 Petaling Jaya
Tel: +603 7885 0530
Fax: +603 7885 0531
E-mail: komunikasi@keadilanrakyat.org
Web: www.keadilanrakyat.org
Updated BERSIH 3.0 Assembly Points map
Here is the latest map of the BERSIH 3.0 Pre-rally assembly points, Saturday 28 April 2012:
The assembly points are:
1. Masjid Negara
2. Jalan Sultan (and Jalan Petaling)
3. Pasir Seni (Central Market)
4. KLCC (Kuala Lumpur Convention Center) for Himpun Hijau
5. Brickfields
6. Hipunan Hijau assembly point is KLCC
DAP mobilizing members for BERSIH 3.0
The Democratic Action Party is lending full support to this Saturday's Bersih 3.0 protest at Dataran Merdeka and hope members be joining them.
These are the details:
1) Come in YELLOW!
2) Gather at Jalan Sultan (the junction where Jalan Sultan meets Jalan Petaling) in Kuala Lumpur at 12noon on 28 April;
3) Follow instructions of our security team (men in RED) who will be at the scene to guide and protect all participants;
4) Do not in any way confront the authority - let the security team deal with them;
5) Bring as many friends as possible, follow Democratic Action party's Facebook or http://bersih.org/ for updates & spread the words!
These are the details:
1) Come in YELLOW!
2) Gather at Jalan Sultan (the junction where Jalan Sultan meets Jalan Petaling) in Kuala Lumpur at 12noon on 28 April;
3) Follow instructions of our security team (men in RED) who will be at the scene to guide and protect all participants;
4) Do not in any way confront the authority - let the security team deal with them;
5) Bring as many friends as possible, follow Democratic Action party's Facebook or http://bersih.org/ for updates & spread the words!
#OccupyDataran encampment invites all Malaysians to join them
JOM TURUN & OCCUPY DATARAN MERDEKA SAMA-SAMA SEHINGGA BERSIH 3.0!
Joint Invitation to ALL Malaysians from the #OccupyDataran encampment
26 April 2012
It is now Day 13 of the joint encampment by two groups - the Solidariti Mahasiswa Malaysia (SMM) group of students which is calling for the abolishment of PTPTN and free education for all (#mansuhPTPTN and #pendidikanpercuma) and Occupy Dataran (#occupydataran) which calls for the reclaiming of public spaces.
From the start of our encampment, the authorities, chiefly DBKL, has repeatedly sought to clamp down on us, despite the peaceful nature of our activities.
On 22 April, DBKL confiscated all our tents and some of our supplies. At the same time, 2 occupiers were arrested, and released on police bail on the same day.
On 24 April, DBKL again raided the encampment, taking away the tents and most of our supplies, as well as some of the money donated by the generous public. On the same day, 4 other occupiers were also arrested, and released on police bail later that night.
DBKL has clearly stated that it plans to prevent the rakyat from accessing Dataran Merdeka this weekend: “Action has been taken against those kids at Dataran Merdeka... The same action will taken if you (Bersih supporters) do the same,” Kuala Lumpur mayor Ahmad Fuad Ismail said. (Malaysiakini, 25 April)
Currently, DBKL has set up barricades in the area which was used as our camp ground. Thus, as of 25 April, we have moved to the other side of the square where the flag pole is located and we are still standing strong.
Regardless of what DBKL or the police will do in the coming days, we are determined to continue with our encampment. We want to uphold Article 10 of our Federal Constitution, the highest law in our country which guarantees Malaysians the right to freedom of speech, assembly and association.
The reason that we are still here today is due to all the unwavering support we have received from the public thus far. Your continuous stream of donations has kept us going, but most of all, it is the presence of those who come down to sit, eat, laugh and share their ideas with us that is truly keeping this cause alive.
Thus, we would like to invite everyone who is able to come down to Dataran Merdeka today and tomorrow to please do so. To any groups which are fighting for any cause for a better Malaysia, do join us to reclaim Dataran Merdeka as a public space to promote your cause.
For those who are already planning to attend the Bersih 3.0 sit-in protest on 28 April at Dataran Merdeka, do consider camping with us in solidarity on Thursday and Friday (26 and 27 April) night. There is strength in numbers, so let us band together and send the message loud and clear that we are coming together to create a better Malaysia for all.
Now is the time to show this country that we love and own public spaces like Dataran Merdeka which belong to the Rakyat and which symbolise our freedom as citizens.
Thank you.
Jointly issued by
Solidariti Mahasiswa Malaysia (SMM) and OccupyDataran
Please follow @MahasiswaMsia and @OccupyDataran on Twitter for the latest updates.
Or check the following hashtags: #mansuhPTPTN, #pendidikanpercuma , #occupydataran, #univesitydataranmerdeka
Joint Invitation to ALL Malaysians from the #OccupyDataran encampment
26 April 2012
It is now Day 13 of the joint encampment by two groups - the Solidariti Mahasiswa Malaysia (SMM) group of students which is calling for the abolishment of PTPTN and free education for all (#mansuhPTPTN and #pendidikanpercuma) and Occupy Dataran (#occupydataran) which calls for the reclaiming of public spaces.
From the start of our encampment, the authorities, chiefly DBKL, has repeatedly sought to clamp down on us, despite the peaceful nature of our activities.
On 22 April, DBKL confiscated all our tents and some of our supplies. At the same time, 2 occupiers were arrested, and released on police bail on the same day.
On 24 April, DBKL again raided the encampment, taking away the tents and most of our supplies, as well as some of the money donated by the generous public. On the same day, 4 other occupiers were also arrested, and released on police bail later that night.
DBKL has clearly stated that it plans to prevent the rakyat from accessing Dataran Merdeka this weekend: “Action has been taken against those kids at Dataran Merdeka... The same action will taken if you (Bersih supporters) do the same,” Kuala Lumpur mayor Ahmad Fuad Ismail said. (Malaysiakini, 25 April)
Currently, DBKL has set up barricades in the area which was used as our camp ground. Thus, as of 25 April, we have moved to the other side of the square where the flag pole is located and we are still standing strong.
Regardless of what DBKL or the police will do in the coming days, we are determined to continue with our encampment. We want to uphold Article 10 of our Federal Constitution, the highest law in our country which guarantees Malaysians the right to freedom of speech, assembly and association.
The reason that we are still here today is due to all the unwavering support we have received from the public thus far. Your continuous stream of donations has kept us going, but most of all, it is the presence of those who come down to sit, eat, laugh and share their ideas with us that is truly keeping this cause alive.
Thus, we would like to invite everyone who is able to come down to Dataran Merdeka today and tomorrow to please do so. To any groups which are fighting for any cause for a better Malaysia, do join us to reclaim Dataran Merdeka as a public space to promote your cause.
For those who are already planning to attend the Bersih 3.0 sit-in protest on 28 April at Dataran Merdeka, do consider camping with us in solidarity on Thursday and Friday (26 and 27 April) night. There is strength in numbers, so let us band together and send the message loud and clear that we are coming together to create a better Malaysia for all.
Now is the time to show this country that we love and own public spaces like Dataran Merdeka which belong to the Rakyat and which symbolise our freedom as citizens.
Thank you.
Jointly issued by
Solidariti Mahasiswa Malaysia (SMM) and OccupyDataran
Please follow @MahasiswaMsia and @OccupyDataran on Twitter for the latest updates.
Or check the following hashtags: #mansuhPTPTN, #pendidikanpercuma , #occupydataran, #univesitydataranmerdeka
Will the Armed Forces intervene if UMNO/BN lost the 13th General Election?
Or would they back the rakyat?
According to a report in Free Malaysia Today (Military shells PAS leader), Nizar had claimed that Najib asked the Armed Forces's Chiefs of Staff if/for the military would/to do "something" if BN lost the impending general election, and they had said the military would back the rakyat (people).
True or not we do not know. However, according to the above article, the Chiefs of Staff chastised Nizar saying he is irresponsible and would make a police report against the former Perak MB.
The Chiefs of Staff maintained that they would always remain professional and uphold the Federal Constitution.
According to a report in Free Malaysia Today (Military shells PAS leader), Nizar had claimed that Najib asked the Armed Forces's Chiefs of Staff if/for the military would/to do "something" if BN lost the impending general election, and they had said the military would back the rakyat (people).
True or not we do not know. However, according to the above article, the Chiefs of Staff chastised Nizar saying he is irresponsible and would make a police report against the former Perak MB.
The Chiefs of Staff maintained that they would always remain professional and uphold the Federal Constitution.
BERSIH 3.0: PSAP offers entertainment before and after rally
PSAP (Petaling Street Community Art Project) has announced preparing to provide music gigs, sketches and other performances at Jalan Sultan both before and after the BERSIH 3.0 rally for free and fair elections this Saturday 28 April 2012.
Performances will start from 10am to 2pm, move over to Dataran Merdeka from 2 to 4pm, and return to Jalan Sultan for a street party at 7.30pm
Performances will start from 10am to 2pm, move over to Dataran Merdeka from 2 to 4pm, and return to Jalan Sultan for a street party at 7.30pm
BERSIH 3.0: Bar Council offers legal assistance
The Malaysian Bar’s Legal Aid Centre has readied a team to provide legal assistance for the BERSIH Jom Duduk Bantah protest if any arrests were to occur.
The team would be led by:
-Rajesweri Paramasevam (012-275 1660)
-Lim Chi Chau (016-228 8142)
-Adora Yusof (019-317 8347)
So for participants who intend to join in the protest for free and fair elections in Kuala Lumpur, do save these phone numbers in your handphone.
The team would be led by:
-Rajesweri Paramasevam (012-275 1660)
-Lim Chi Chau (016-228 8142)
-Adora Yusof (019-317 8347)
So for participants who intend to join in the protest for free and fair elections in Kuala Lumpur, do save these phone numbers in your handphone.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Election: International fact-finding mission raises 3 concerns
An international fact-finding mission raised concerns over upcoming polls. They were:
1. short campaign period
2. proportions of constituencies (eg 1 with 8,ooo voters and another with 100,000 plus, also called mal-approportionment)
3. Unbalanced media access
Article Mission raises concerns over upcoming polls courtesy of Malaysiakini:
Aidila Razak
1:21PM Apr 26, 2012
A seven-person international fact-finding mission today raised three concerns over Malaysia’s electoral system with Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Nazri Abdul Aziz.
According to Australian senator Nicholas Xenophon, a member of the mission, one concern brought up at the one-hour meeting at Parliament house was the short campaigning period of 10 days.
“In Australia it is at least 33 days and in India and Pakistan it is 90 days, which almost feels too long,” he told reporters after the meeting with Nazri.
Xenophon, who is here with the other delegates upon invitation by Opposition Leader Anwar Ibrahim's office, said that another concern was the proportions of constituencies.
"We are also concerned about the fundamental issue of one vote one value where some seats have 7,000 to 8,000 constituents while others have close to 100,000. It does not reflect the democractic will of a nation," he said.
The mission also raised concern that there is access to media is imbalanced between the opposition and government parties.
He, however, could not disclose what Nazri's response to their concerns, except that the minister had assures the mission of a "clean and fair election".
Nazri told the 'truth'
Asked if the mission are acting on opposition complaints, Xenophon said that the information was collected from public domain and that the mission comes with goodwill to hear all sides of the story.
"I cannot stress enough that we come as friends of Malaysia... Friends tell each other the truth," he said.
He added that while the invitation came from the opposition, everyone on the team are "fiercely independent" and have an interest in Malaysia's development.
The delegation will also meet with BN secretary-general Tengku Adnan Mansor today. Meetings with election reform pressure group Bersih 2.0 and the Election Commission are slated for the next two days.
They will conclude the mission on Sunday and present interim findings, with a report expected to be made public within the next two weeks.
Others in the team are Pakistani senator Hasil Khan Bizenjo, Filipino University of East College of Law dean Amado Valdez, Germany's Freidrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom coordinator Juliane Schmucker, University of New South Wales associate professor of politics Clinton Fernandes, Indian journalist Mobashar Jawed Akhbar and the Indonesian International Scholars Association chairperson Mohamad Nasir Tamara Tamimi
Global locations for BERSIH 3.0
Bersih 3.0 Links to All Global Locations
Public Event · By Global Bersih 3.0
Saturday
2:00pm until 4:00pm
Dataran Merdeka and other cities in Malaysia. Time on the event page is Malaysian time.
Will be adding other cities around the world as soon as the details roll in. Keep an eye on this. Bersih 3.0 is coming to a city near you. Click "See More" to view all locations info.
MALAYSIA
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Bersih 3.0 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah -
https://www.facebook.com/events/315096545223703/
Bersih 3.0 Kuching, Sarawak -
https://www.facebook.com/events/338388782891089/
Bersih 3.0 Sibu, Sarawak -
https://www.facebook.com/events/207365332707350/
Bersih 3.0 Miri, Sarawak -
https://www.facebook.com/miribersih3
Bersih 3.0 Melaka -
https://www.facebook.com/events/371520759559030/
Bersih 3.0 Johor Bahru
https://www.facebook.com/events/119455874852836/
Bersih 3.0 Ipoh, Perak -
https://www.facebook.com/events/348148438566428/
Bersih 3.0 Penang -
https://www.facebook.com/events/345004938892669/
Bersih 3.0 Seremban -
https://www.facebook.com/events/415620288465733/
Bersih 3.0 Kuantan -
https://www.facebook.com/Bersih3Kuantan
SINGAPORE
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1. https://www.facebook.com/events/390742800956318/
HONG KONG
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2. https://www.facebook.com/events/202681859843800/
JAPAN
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3. Bersih 3.0 Osaka -
https://www.facebook.com/events/174583425996400/
4. Bersih 3.0 & Himpunan Hijau Tokyo -
https://www.facebook.com/events/147306445395330/
AUSTRIA
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5. Bersih 3.0 Graz, Austria -
https://www.facebook.com/events/187139828070890/
AUSTRALIA
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6. Bersih 3.0 Brisbane, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/241055055993470/
7. Bersih 3.0 Canberra, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/279494802131407/
8. Bersih 3.0 Perth, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/174336752686691/
9. Bersih 3.0 Melbourne, Australia -
http://www.facebook.com/events/287379891340402/
10. Bersih 3.0 Sydney, Australia -
http://www.facebook.com/events/240421162722843/
11. Bersih 3.0 Adelaide, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/357967494250048/
12. Bersih 3.0 Hobart, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/261892757238557/
USA
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13. Bersih 3.0 Houston, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/193428054107323/
14. Bersih 3.0 Atlanta, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/248161981947149/
15. Bersih 3.0 Pittsburgh, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/343547262359836/
16. Bersih 3.0 Minneapolis, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/366929396684279/
17. Bersih 3.0 San Francisco, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/145554382237595/
18. Bersih 3.0 New York City, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/423704660976318/
19. Bersih 3.0 Washington DC, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/308587952547536/
20. Bersih 3.0 Los Angeles, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/401400759871073/
21. Bersih 3.0 Boston, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/401846913167905/
22. Bersih 3.0 Chicago, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/341823889199079/
23. Bersih 3.0 Portland, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/260380270718932/
24. Bersih 3.0 Columbus, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/208738719241101/
25. Bersih 3.0 Wichita, Kansas, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/337774402952047/
26. Bersih 3.0 Ames, Iowa, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/295757087165788/
27. Bersih 3.0 Concord, New Hampshire, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/Bersih30ConcordNH
CANADA
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28. Bersih 3.0 Toronto -
https://www.facebook.com/events/267059186716887/
29. Bersih 3.0 Montreal -
https://www.facebook.com/events/323057194426941/
30. Bersih 3.0 - Vancouver -
https://www.facebook.com/events/349891375073909/
NEW ZEALAND
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31. Bersih 3.0 Auckland, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/400335439984089/
32. Bersih 3.0 Wellington, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/382620375112069/
33. Bersih 3.0 Motueka, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/364019953650378/
34. Bersih 3.0 Christchurch, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/201058890011703/
35. Bersih 3.0 Dunedin, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/370623866322181/
TAIWAN
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36. Bersih 3.0 Taipei, Taiwan -
https://www.facebook.com/events/262999993789440/
37. Bersih 3.0 Tainan, Taiwan -
https://www.facebook.com/events/291332090941433/
38. Bersih 3.0 Hualien, Taiwan -
http://www.facebook.com/events/262373200523204/
UK
===
39. Bersih 3.0 London, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/325872910812269/
40. Bersih 3.0 Edinburgh, Scotland -
https://www.facebook.com/events/286649228081128/
41. Bersih 3.0 Newcastle, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/115168308615240/
42. Bersih 3.0 Manchester, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/339679172762972/
43. Bersih 3.0 Nottingham, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/348722895177498/
IRELAND
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44. Bersih 3.0 Dublin, Ireland -
https://www.facebook.com/events/411739042187349/
45. Bersih 3.0 in Sligo, Ireland -
https://www.facebook.com/events/303511556384848/
SWITZERLAND
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46. Bersih 3.0 Zurich, Switzerland - https://www.facebook.com/events/410237102336932/
47. Bersih 3.0 Geneva, Switzerland - https://www.facebook.com/events/209924649118739/
SWEDEN
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48. Bersih 3.0 Uppsala, Sweden -
https://www.facebook.com/events/363154950388342/
49. Bersih 3.0 Mälmo, Sweden -
https://www.facebook.com/events/396478140386224/
GERMANY
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50. Bersih 3.0 Koeln/Bonn, Germany -
https://www.facebook.com/events/342973759083659/
51. Bersih 3.0 Berlin, Germany -
https://www.facebook.com/events/266336840122360/
52. Bersih 3.0 Munich, Germany -
https://www.facebook.com/events/215011368613751/
CHINA
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53. Bersih 3.0 Shanghai, China -
https://www.facebook.com/events/309688665763071/
54. Bersih 3.0 Beijing, China -
https://www.facebook.com/events/103722559763436/
55. Bersih 3.0 Suzhou, China -
https://www.facebook.com/events/366400600062425/
FRANCE
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56. Bersih 3.0 Paris, France -
https://www.facebook.com/events/278350172251366/
THAILAND
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57. Bersih 3.0 Bangkok, Thailand -
https://www.facebook.com/events/388403984533278/
58. Bersih 3.0 Phuket, Thailand -
https://www.facebook.com/events/326987054035086/
KOREA
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59. Bersih 3.0 Seoul, Korea -
https://www.facebook.com/events/362590793778829/
60. Bersih 3.0, Busan, Korea
https://www.facebook.com/events/213046255475980/
FINLAND
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61. Bersih 3.0 Helsinki, Finland
https://www.facebook.com/events/290951677651212/
RUSSIA
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62. Bersih 3.0 Moscow, Russia
https://www.facebook.com/events/229411847172930/
JORDAN
======
https://www.facebook.com/events/213015218812119/
63. Bersih 3.0 Amman, Jordan
64. Bersih 3.0 Mafraq, Jordan
65. Bersih 3.0 Irbid, Jordan
66. Bersih 3.0 Mu’tah, Jordan
BANGLADESH
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67. Bersih 3.0 Dhaka, Bangladesh -
https://www.facebook.com/events/248246938607720/
NETHERLANDS
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68. Bersih 3.0 The Hague, Netherlands -
https://www.facebook.com/events/321907097877088
INDONESIA
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69. Bersih 3.0 Jakarta, Indonesia - https://www.facebook.com/Bersih3.0Jakarta
70. Bersih 3.0 Bali, Indonesia -https://www.facebook.com/events/172964169492973/
SOUTH AFRICA
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71. Bersih 3.0 Cape Town, South Africa
https://www.facebook.com/events/133149320143074/
INDIA
====
72. Bersih 3.0 Mumbai, India -
https://www.facebook.com/events/326286947436875/
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE)
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73. Bersih 3.0 Abu Dhabi, UAE -
https://www.facebook.com/events/283313688421311/
74. Bersih 3.0 Dubai, UAE
SAUDI ARABIA
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75. Bersih 3.0, Mecca, Saudi Arabia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/437336929625401/
76. Bersih 3.0, Medina, Saudi Arabia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/176639859124823/
NEPAL
====
77. Bersih 3.0 at Mount Everest
EGYPT
====
78. Bersih 3.0 Egypt -
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kami-Sokong-Bersih-30-Mesir/220113151431358
ITALY
====
79. Bersih 3.0 Italy -
https://www.facebook.com/events/218457314930312/
Public Event · By Global Bersih 3.0
Saturday
2:00pm until 4:00pm
Dataran Merdeka and other cities in Malaysia. Time on the event page is Malaysian time.
Will be adding other cities around the world as soon as the details roll in. Keep an eye on this. Bersih 3.0 is coming to a city near you. Click "See More" to view all locations info.
MALAYSIA
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Bersih 3.0 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah -
https://www.facebook.com/events/315096545223703/
Bersih 3.0 Kuching, Sarawak -
https://www.facebook.com/events/338388782891089/
Bersih 3.0 Sibu, Sarawak -
https://www.facebook.com/events/207365332707350/
Bersih 3.0 Miri, Sarawak -
https://www.facebook.com/miribersih3
Bersih 3.0 Melaka -
https://www.facebook.com/events/371520759559030/
Bersih 3.0 Johor Bahru
https://www.facebook.com/events/119455874852836/
Bersih 3.0 Ipoh, Perak -
https://www.facebook.com/events/348148438566428/
Bersih 3.0 Penang -
https://www.facebook.com/events/345004938892669/
Bersih 3.0 Seremban -
https://www.facebook.com/events/415620288465733/
Bersih 3.0 Kuantan -
https://www.facebook.com/Bersih3Kuantan
SINGAPORE
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1. https://www.facebook.com/events/390742800956318/
HONG KONG
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2. https://www.facebook.com/events/202681859843800/
JAPAN
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3. Bersih 3.0 Osaka -
https://www.facebook.com/events/174583425996400/
4. Bersih 3.0 & Himpunan Hijau Tokyo -
https://www.facebook.com/events/147306445395330/
AUSTRIA
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5. Bersih 3.0 Graz, Austria -
https://www.facebook.com/events/187139828070890/
AUSTRALIA
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6. Bersih 3.0 Brisbane, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/241055055993470/
7. Bersih 3.0 Canberra, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/279494802131407/
8. Bersih 3.0 Perth, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/174336752686691/
9. Bersih 3.0 Melbourne, Australia -
http://www.facebook.com/events/287379891340402/
10. Bersih 3.0 Sydney, Australia -
http://www.facebook.com/events/240421162722843/
11. Bersih 3.0 Adelaide, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/357967494250048/
12. Bersih 3.0 Hobart, Australia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/261892757238557/
USA
===
13. Bersih 3.0 Houston, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/193428054107323/
14. Bersih 3.0 Atlanta, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/248161981947149/
15. Bersih 3.0 Pittsburgh, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/343547262359836/
16. Bersih 3.0 Minneapolis, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/366929396684279/
17. Bersih 3.0 San Francisco, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/145554382237595/
18. Bersih 3.0 New York City, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/423704660976318/
19. Bersih 3.0 Washington DC, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/308587952547536/
20. Bersih 3.0 Los Angeles, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/401400759871073/
21. Bersih 3.0 Boston, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/401846913167905/
22. Bersih 3.0 Chicago, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/341823889199079/
23. Bersih 3.0 Portland, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/260380270718932/
24. Bersih 3.0 Columbus, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/208738719241101/
25. Bersih 3.0 Wichita, Kansas, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/337774402952047/
26. Bersih 3.0 Ames, Iowa, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/events/295757087165788/
27. Bersih 3.0 Concord, New Hampshire, USA -
https://www.facebook.com/Bersih30ConcordNH
CANADA
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28. Bersih 3.0 Toronto -
https://www.facebook.com/events/267059186716887/
29. Bersih 3.0 Montreal -
https://www.facebook.com/events/323057194426941/
30. Bersih 3.0 - Vancouver -
https://www.facebook.com/events/349891375073909/
NEW ZEALAND
=========
31. Bersih 3.0 Auckland, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/400335439984089/
32. Bersih 3.0 Wellington, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/382620375112069/
33. Bersih 3.0 Motueka, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/364019953650378/
34. Bersih 3.0 Christchurch, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/201058890011703/
35. Bersih 3.0 Dunedin, NZ -
https://www.facebook.com/events/370623866322181/
TAIWAN
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36. Bersih 3.0 Taipei, Taiwan -
https://www.facebook.com/events/262999993789440/
37. Bersih 3.0 Tainan, Taiwan -
https://www.facebook.com/events/291332090941433/
38. Bersih 3.0 Hualien, Taiwan -
http://www.facebook.com/events/262373200523204/
UK
===
39. Bersih 3.0 London, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/325872910812269/
40. Bersih 3.0 Edinburgh, Scotland -
https://www.facebook.com/events/286649228081128/
41. Bersih 3.0 Newcastle, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/115168308615240/
42. Bersih 3.0 Manchester, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/339679172762972/
43. Bersih 3.0 Nottingham, UK -
https://www.facebook.com/events/348722895177498/
IRELAND
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44. Bersih 3.0 Dublin, Ireland -
https://www.facebook.com/events/411739042187349/
45. Bersih 3.0 in Sligo, Ireland -
https://www.facebook.com/events/303511556384848/
SWITZERLAND
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46. Bersih 3.0 Zurich, Switzerland - https://www.facebook.com/events/410237102336932/
47. Bersih 3.0 Geneva, Switzerland - https://www.facebook.com/events/209924649118739/
SWEDEN
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48. Bersih 3.0 Uppsala, Sweden -
https://www.facebook.com/events/363154950388342/
49. Bersih 3.0 Mälmo, Sweden -
https://www.facebook.com/events/396478140386224/
GERMANY
======
50. Bersih 3.0 Koeln/Bonn, Germany -
https://www.facebook.com/events/342973759083659/
51. Bersih 3.0 Berlin, Germany -
https://www.facebook.com/events/266336840122360/
52. Bersih 3.0 Munich, Germany -
https://www.facebook.com/events/215011368613751/
CHINA
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53. Bersih 3.0 Shanghai, China -
https://www.facebook.com/events/309688665763071/
54. Bersih 3.0 Beijing, China -
https://www.facebook.com/events/103722559763436/
55. Bersih 3.0 Suzhou, China -
https://www.facebook.com/events/366400600062425/
FRANCE
=====
56. Bersih 3.0 Paris, France -
https://www.facebook.com/events/278350172251366/
THAILAND
======
57. Bersih 3.0 Bangkok, Thailand -
https://www.facebook.com/events/388403984533278/
58. Bersih 3.0 Phuket, Thailand -
https://www.facebook.com/events/326987054035086/
KOREA
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59. Bersih 3.0 Seoul, Korea -
https://www.facebook.com/events/362590793778829/
60. Bersih 3.0, Busan, Korea
https://www.facebook.com/events/213046255475980/
FINLAND
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61. Bersih 3.0 Helsinki, Finland
https://www.facebook.com/events/290951677651212/
RUSSIA
=====
62. Bersih 3.0 Moscow, Russia
https://www.facebook.com/events/229411847172930/
JORDAN
======
https://www.facebook.com/events/213015218812119/
63. Bersih 3.0 Amman, Jordan
64. Bersih 3.0 Mafraq, Jordan
65. Bersih 3.0 Irbid, Jordan
66. Bersih 3.0 Mu’tah, Jordan
BANGLADESH
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67. Bersih 3.0 Dhaka, Bangladesh -
https://www.facebook.com/events/248246938607720/
NETHERLANDS
=========
68. Bersih 3.0 The Hague, Netherlands -
https://www.facebook.com/events/321907097877088
INDONESIA
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69. Bersih 3.0 Jakarta, Indonesia - https://www.facebook.com/Bersih3.0Jakarta
70. Bersih 3.0 Bali, Indonesia -https://www.facebook.com/events/172964169492973/
SOUTH AFRICA
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71. Bersih 3.0 Cape Town, South Africa
https://www.facebook.com/events/133149320143074/
INDIA
====
72. Bersih 3.0 Mumbai, India -
https://www.facebook.com/events/326286947436875/
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE)
===================
73. Bersih 3.0 Abu Dhabi, UAE -
https://www.facebook.com/events/283313688421311/
74. Bersih 3.0 Dubai, UAE
SAUDI ARABIA
=========
75. Bersih 3.0, Mecca, Saudi Arabia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/437336929625401/
76. Bersih 3.0, Medina, Saudi Arabia -
https://www.facebook.com/events/176639859124823/
NEPAL
====
77. Bersih 3.0 at Mount Everest
EGYPT
====
78. Bersih 3.0 Egypt -
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kami-Sokong-Bersih-30-Mesir/220113151431358
ITALY
====
79. Bersih 3.0 Italy -
https://www.facebook.com/events/218457314930312/
Arrogant Najib & Fuad Ismail to face global resistance
Let us all kickstart a worldwide campaign right now (by "SHARING" this on your Facebook and Twitter or COPY and PASTE THIS EMAIL to your friends) to protest against Najib Razak (prime minister of Malaysia, najib@pmo.gov.my) and Fuad Ismail (datukbandar@dbkl.gov.my) to tell them how ARROGANT they have become in the way they treat the PEOPLE OF MALAYSIA in BERSIH 1.0, 2.0 and now, 3.0. The Dataran Merdeka (or Merdeka Square) belongs to the people, and City Hall is only tasked to manage the place on behalf of taxpayers. Find out more about BERSIH 3.0 sit-in protest this Saturday via online news www.malaysiakini.com,www.malaysian-chronicle.com, www.themalaysianinsider.com, , www.freemalaysiatoday.com
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DBKL to Bersih: Prepare to face the music
Kuek Ser Kuang Keng
1:26PM Apr 25, 2012
Bersih 3.0 supporters at Saturday's Dataran Merdeka sit-in will face the same actions taken against activists who occupied the venue recently, Kuala Lumpur mayor Ahmad Fuad Ismail has warned.
“Action has been taken against those kids at Dataran Merdeka... The same action will taken if you (Bersih supporters) do the same,” Fuad said.
He said this when asked how Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) would react if the Bersih coalition proceeded with its plan to hold the sit-in at the square from 2pm to 4pm.
Fuad said this at a press conference after a one-hour meeting between DBKL and Bersih representatives failed to reach agreement on the venue for the rally.
'In case of chaos, blame Bersih'
Asked whether DBKL would seek police help to stop the rally from taking place at Dataran Merdeka, Fuad declined to answer.
"When the time comes, you will know. Don't worry... We are ready. We don't allow them to go to Dataran Merdeka... let us do our job,” he said.
When it was pointed out to him that a confrontation with the Bersih supporters could create chaos, Fuad said should this happen, it is the rally organisers who should be blamed.
"Who creates chaos? They create it because they want to go against the laws and (threaten) to sit on the road. I have given them alternatives but they didn't give me any alternative," he said.
He claimed that Bersih representatives had said during the meeting that rally participants might sit on the roads surrounding the square if Dataran Merdeka is cordoned off.
In recent days, DBKL has conducted several raids on students and activists who have set up a protest camp at Dataran Merdeka for more than a 10 days as part of a campaign for free tertiary education.
Their tents and belongings have been confiscated by DBKL while one out of six arrested have been charged in court.
Bersih: No time to change venue
Prior to Fuad’s press conference, Bersih co-chairperson Ambiga Sreenevasan told reporters the coalition still hoped that Fuad would change his mind before Saturday.
Thus, she said, Bersih would stick to its original plan to hold the rally at Dataran Merdeka, despite Fuad had offered them Stadium Merdeka, explaining that there was not enough time to change venue.
"If we change place now, it would cause bigger confusion. People will still gather here (Dataran Merdeka) as well as at Stadium Merdeka.
"It is just too little time to inform people," she said.
"We would be prepared to discuss with the mayor on crowd control and security issues if he changes his mind... We are hoping that we can make it happen," Ambiga added.
DBKL: That's not our fault
Earlier, Fuad told reporters that Ambiga’s argument about the time constraint was a weak excuse not to relocate the rally.
He said Bersih has only itself to blame because its official letter to DBKL was only handed on April 19. He said DBKL replied that very day.
"They claimed they had faxed in the letter on April 16 but we didn't receive it. If it is an important letter, why only fax and not hand deliver it to us?
"Hence, the issue of DBKL delaying their request, causing them to have insufficient time to inform their supporters does not arise," he said.
He said Bersih’s argument that DBKL was already informed through an announcement on April 4 of the coalition’s plan to hold a rally there also cannot be accepted.
"That's your intention but it was not official notice... Let's say if I hold a kenduri (feast) but I don't give you any invitation, would you come?"
Fuad: I'm being fair
Fuad also stressed that if Bersih was willing to accept the alternative venue - Stadium Merdeka, which is just 1km away from Dataran Merdeka - he would be willing to hold a joint press conference with Bersih and help publicise the venue change.
"If all of you here report about it, I think the whole world will know."
Fuad further explained that he was in a dilemma because allowing Bersih to use the historic square would cause him to be accused of double standards, breaking the laws and failing to protect the lives of 1.8 million Kuala Lumpur folks from being disrupted.
Previously three organisations - Malay rights group Perkasa, anti-LGBT movement and a Malay traditional marital arts group - had made the same request but all had been rejected, he claimed.
As for the decisions to allow other cultural and sports activities to use the venue, Fuad explained that those events were neutral and nobody would feel uncomfortable with them, unlike Bersih which is opposed by certain quarters of the society.
Furthermore, Dataran Merdeka had been gazetted as a prohibited place for rallies under the new Peaceful Assembly Act 2011, he said.
"If they argue that Dataran Merdeka has historical value, same goes for Stadium Merdeka... Independence declaration was made by (first prime minister) Tunku Abdul Rahman there.
"It is more appropriate (to hold rally there) because it is wide and has many parkings," he elaborated.
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DBKL to Bersih: Prepare to face the music
Kuek Ser Kuang Keng
1:26PM Apr 25, 2012
Bersih 3.0 supporters at Saturday's Dataran Merdeka sit-in will face the same actions taken against activists who occupied the venue recently, Kuala Lumpur mayor Ahmad Fuad Ismail has warned.
“Action has been taken against those kids at Dataran Merdeka... The same action will taken if you (Bersih supporters) do the same,” Fuad said.
He said this when asked how Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) would react if the Bersih coalition proceeded with its plan to hold the sit-in at the square from 2pm to 4pm.
Fuad said this at a press conference after a one-hour meeting between DBKL and Bersih representatives failed to reach agreement on the venue for the rally.
'In case of chaos, blame Bersih'
Asked whether DBKL would seek police help to stop the rally from taking place at Dataran Merdeka, Fuad declined to answer.
"When the time comes, you will know. Don't worry... We are ready. We don't allow them to go to Dataran Merdeka... let us do our job,” he said.
When it was pointed out to him that a confrontation with the Bersih supporters could create chaos, Fuad said should this happen, it is the rally organisers who should be blamed.
"Who creates chaos? They create it because they want to go against the laws and (threaten) to sit on the road. I have given them alternatives but they didn't give me any alternative," he said.
He claimed that Bersih representatives had said during the meeting that rally participants might sit on the roads surrounding the square if Dataran Merdeka is cordoned off.
In recent days, DBKL has conducted several raids on students and activists who have set up a protest camp at Dataran Merdeka for more than a 10 days as part of a campaign for free tertiary education.
Their tents and belongings have been confiscated by DBKL while one out of six arrested have been charged in court.
Bersih: No time to change venue
Prior to Fuad’s press conference, Bersih co-chairperson Ambiga Sreenevasan told reporters the coalition still hoped that Fuad would change his mind before Saturday.
Thus, she said, Bersih would stick to its original plan to hold the rally at Dataran Merdeka, despite Fuad had offered them Stadium Merdeka, explaining that there was not enough time to change venue.
"If we change place now, it would cause bigger confusion. People will still gather here (Dataran Merdeka) as well as at Stadium Merdeka.
"It is just too little time to inform people," she said.
"We would be prepared to discuss with the mayor on crowd control and security issues if he changes his mind... We are hoping that we can make it happen," Ambiga added.
DBKL: That's not our fault
Earlier, Fuad told reporters that Ambiga’s argument about the time constraint was a weak excuse not to relocate the rally.
He said Bersih has only itself to blame because its official letter to DBKL was only handed on April 19. He said DBKL replied that very day.
"They claimed they had faxed in the letter on April 16 but we didn't receive it. If it is an important letter, why only fax and not hand deliver it to us?
"Hence, the issue of DBKL delaying their request, causing them to have insufficient time to inform their supporters does not arise," he said.
He said Bersih’s argument that DBKL was already informed through an announcement on April 4 of the coalition’s plan to hold a rally there also cannot be accepted.
"That's your intention but it was not official notice... Let's say if I hold a kenduri (feast) but I don't give you any invitation, would you come?"
Fuad: I'm being fair
Fuad also stressed that if Bersih was willing to accept the alternative venue - Stadium Merdeka, which is just 1km away from Dataran Merdeka - he would be willing to hold a joint press conference with Bersih and help publicise the venue change.
"If all of you here report about it, I think the whole world will know."
Fuad further explained that he was in a dilemma because allowing Bersih to use the historic square would cause him to be accused of double standards, breaking the laws and failing to protect the lives of 1.8 million Kuala Lumpur folks from being disrupted.
Previously three organisations - Malay rights group Perkasa, anti-LGBT movement and a Malay traditional marital arts group - had made the same request but all had been rejected, he claimed.
As for the decisions to allow other cultural and sports activities to use the venue, Fuad explained that those events were neutral and nobody would feel uncomfortable with them, unlike Bersih which is opposed by certain quarters of the society.
Furthermore, Dataran Merdeka had been gazetted as a prohibited place for rallies under the new Peaceful Assembly Act 2011, he said.
"If they argue that Dataran Merdeka has historical value, same goes for Stadium Merdeka... Independence declaration was made by (first prime minister) Tunku Abdul Rahman there.
"It is more appropriate (to hold rally there) because it is wide and has many parkings," he elaborated.
Datuk Mohd Ariff Sabri Abdul Aziz says PR will win 13th General Election
I too believe PR will win if UMNO/BN's cheating is not too extensive for the people are just fed up and ready for a change. Sakmongkol predicts PR will take 118-125 seats, Umno/BN 98-104 seats. Let's hope it happens.
From an email forward:
13th GE: It's an open field - Sakmongkol AK47
Let's talk about HOW the opposition - the DAP, PAS, PKR - can WIN.
Let's begin by asking: will PR lose its current 82 seats? Possible, but very unlikely. The seats which they lost when some people jumped ship will become theirs again. We won't see the likes of Zahrain and his types in Parliament again.
DAP
The DAP now has 28 seats in Parliament. The DAP has gained substantial ground with Chinese voters. Chinese voters identify more with the DAP.
By and large the Chinese do not require the intervention and involvement of the government to improve their wellbeing.
They got to where they are now largely by their own efforts and independence. They want to preserve and reinforce that independent streak. How best for them to do that? By staking their future in a party that best represents the independence streak.
They don't want a sissy party perceived as easily compromised, intimidated or even bought over to represent them. The DAP is their preferred choice. I mean that is the reason driving Hishammuddin pondering a move from Sembrong to Kota Tinggi.
To the Chinese in Sembrong, and this doesn't please me in saying, Hishammuddin is irrelevant to them. He knows if he stays in Sembrong, he can kiss his seat goodbye. They want to kick the ass of the man with the monkey grin.
The Chinese are less dependent on the government and by government, I mean the BN. They need champions for other requirements and that they find in the DAP. So the DAP will more or less pummel the MCA to the ground.
They will take most of the 15 seats the MCA won in the 2008 elections. At the very best, the MCA can retain three seats. The worst-case scenario is the MCA wins nothing.
The DAP will increase its seats by another 12 in Semenanjung.
It gobbles up most of the seats now held by the MCA.
Why will the DAP win over the MCA?
Because the Chinese believe the MCA has sold them out. Not necessarily by kowtowing to big brother Umno over many issues, but by retreating from representing the indomitable spirit of the Chinese.
The MCA has lost its mandate. That's how the DAP is winning the Chinese over - where the MCA failed. On a more simplistic reasoning, the Chinese who have traditionally supported the MCA are asking: how is it almost all our Chinese MCA leaders are being persecuted and prosecuted by the courts once they leave office?
How is it Umno leaders who did or are alleged to have done the same things are not? They know Malay leaders stole and swindled more.
I definitely believe PR will win provided the cheating by UMNO/BN is not too extensive. Sakmongkol predicts
What about the DAP in Sarawak? Generally speaking, the urban seats will be taken up by the DAP. That will be another eight or nine seats for the DAP.
The seats held currently by SUPP will end up in the DAP's hands. The DAP will get around 20 seats more than they got in 2008. This time around, the DAP will be in Parliament with probably 46-48 seats.
The newer and younger DAP leadership is taking on Malaysian politics with more finesse and it doesn't now intimidate modern-thinking Malays as the older generation of DAP leaders once did. And it has shed its umbilical connections with the PAP.
So now, if there are attempts for example to link the DAP as a stool or Trojan horse to Singapore's PAP, such attempts will be laughed at.
PAS
It's difficult to dislodge PAS from where they are now. Has any elected PAS rep jumped ship? This means PAS has been careful to select leaders on the basis of each having convictions and intense belief.
It will likely do the same thing for the 13GE. How can PAS win? It's difficult for its opponent to dislodge PAS in its traditional role as champions of Islam and serving as the emotional anchor for conservative Malays.
It will retain the many seats it now has in Kelantan. It will gain more seats in Terengganu which is expected to go back to PAS this time around.
Some of the seats in Kedah, for example, currently held by the MCA and Umno will be won by PAS. The seat now occupied by the MCA's Chor will be lost to PAS.
PAS can win because it's organised and is motivated by convictions. This is what sets it apart from Umno. They are not out for personal glory and gratification.
They have got a number of secular liberals in the party who can attract younger Malay voters. They will attract the serious thinkers among the younger Malay crowd who are not included in the tweeting about football or about Elton John variety.
PAS currently has 23 seats in Parliament. It will secure a large number in Terengganu, maybe one seat in Pahang, three in Kedah. My guess is they will increase their seats by another 7-8.
PAS will enter the next Parliament with around 30-31 seats.
PKR
What about PKR? I thought PKR is the weak link in PR. Let's not forget it won 31 seats in the 2008 elections.
Those who jumped ship were either ex-Umno members (that tells us much about the quality and resolve of Umno members) and those who were selected on the basis of urgency and expedience.
The "fluid" candidates will be removed this time around, and it is likely that PKR will select candidates with a firmer constitution.
PKR will secure a number of seats in Sarawak, taking away seats from SPDP and PRS. Baru Bian will spearhead PKR's drive in Sarawak. I am thinking that PKR will still enter Parliament with around 33-35 seats.
Let's take the worst-case scenario. DAP= 46, PAS= 30, PKR= 33. The opposition has 109 seats. They are short of three seats to secure a majority.
We haven't included Sabah in our discussion. With the disenchantment towards Musa Aman, it's unlikely that Sabah Umno can retain all its seats it currently has.
Unless of course they pay the voters in their constituencies. The non-Umno parties in Sabah are increasingly less enamoured with Musa Aman and they can't defend their positions by sticking around with Mr Vacuum Cleaner.
The opposition will probably gain around six seats outright. To me Sabah is the powder keg. It's likely to blow in the face of BN. The non-Malay indigenous people of Sabah are likely to pressure their parties to abandon BN.
They have had numerous Umno leaders leading them in the past, all they got was continued marginalisation. They don't see development in their areas.
They don't see electricity and roads and clean water after years of BN rule. It's therefore possible for us to see 8-10 seats migrating to PR's camp.
We can say that around 14-16 seats from Sabah alone are PR inclined.
My own personal observations about the coming 13th GE is as follows:
PR 118-125 seats, Umno-N= 98-104 seats. There won't be a hung Parliament.
From an email forward:
13th GE: It's an open field - Sakmongkol AK47
Let's talk about HOW the opposition - the DAP, PAS, PKR - can WIN.
Let's begin by asking: will PR lose its current 82 seats? Possible, but very unlikely. The seats which they lost when some people jumped ship will become theirs again. We won't see the likes of Zahrain and his types in Parliament again.
DAP
The DAP now has 28 seats in Parliament. The DAP has gained substantial ground with Chinese voters. Chinese voters identify more with the DAP.
By and large the Chinese do not require the intervention and involvement of the government to improve their wellbeing.
They got to where they are now largely by their own efforts and independence. They want to preserve and reinforce that independent streak. How best for them to do that? By staking their future in a party that best represents the independence streak.
They don't want a sissy party perceived as easily compromised, intimidated or even bought over to represent them. The DAP is their preferred choice. I mean that is the reason driving Hishammuddin pondering a move from Sembrong to Kota Tinggi.
To the Chinese in Sembrong, and this doesn't please me in saying, Hishammuddin is irrelevant to them. He knows if he stays in Sembrong, he can kiss his seat goodbye. They want to kick the ass of the man with the monkey grin.
The Chinese are less dependent on the government and by government, I mean the BN. They need champions for other requirements and that they find in the DAP. So the DAP will more or less pummel the MCA to the ground.
They will take most of the 15 seats the MCA won in the 2008 elections. At the very best, the MCA can retain three seats. The worst-case scenario is the MCA wins nothing.
The DAP will increase its seats by another 12 in Semenanjung.
It gobbles up most of the seats now held by the MCA.
Why will the DAP win over the MCA?
Because the Chinese believe the MCA has sold them out. Not necessarily by kowtowing to big brother Umno over many issues, but by retreating from representing the indomitable spirit of the Chinese.
The MCA has lost its mandate. That's how the DAP is winning the Chinese over - where the MCA failed. On a more simplistic reasoning, the Chinese who have traditionally supported the MCA are asking: how is it almost all our Chinese MCA leaders are being persecuted and prosecuted by the courts once they leave office?
How is it Umno leaders who did or are alleged to have done the same things are not? They know Malay leaders stole and swindled more.
I definitely believe PR will win provided the cheating by UMNO/BN is not too extensive. Sakmongkol predicts
What about the DAP in Sarawak? Generally speaking, the urban seats will be taken up by the DAP. That will be another eight or nine seats for the DAP.
The seats held currently by SUPP will end up in the DAP's hands. The DAP will get around 20 seats more than they got in 2008. This time around, the DAP will be in Parliament with probably 46-48 seats.
The newer and younger DAP leadership is taking on Malaysian politics with more finesse and it doesn't now intimidate modern-thinking Malays as the older generation of DAP leaders once did. And it has shed its umbilical connections with the PAP.
So now, if there are attempts for example to link the DAP as a stool or Trojan horse to Singapore's PAP, such attempts will be laughed at.
PAS
It's difficult to dislodge PAS from where they are now. Has any elected PAS rep jumped ship? This means PAS has been careful to select leaders on the basis of each having convictions and intense belief.
It will likely do the same thing for the 13GE. How can PAS win? It's difficult for its opponent to dislodge PAS in its traditional role as champions of Islam and serving as the emotional anchor for conservative Malays.
It will retain the many seats it now has in Kelantan. It will gain more seats in Terengganu which is expected to go back to PAS this time around.
Some of the seats in Kedah, for example, currently held by the MCA and Umno will be won by PAS. The seat now occupied by the MCA's Chor will be lost to PAS.
PAS can win because it's organised and is motivated by convictions. This is what sets it apart from Umno. They are not out for personal glory and gratification.
They have got a number of secular liberals in the party who can attract younger Malay voters. They will attract the serious thinkers among the younger Malay crowd who are not included in the tweeting about football or about Elton John variety.
PAS currently has 23 seats in Parliament. It will secure a large number in Terengganu, maybe one seat in Pahang, three in Kedah. My guess is they will increase their seats by another 7-8.
PAS will enter the next Parliament with around 30-31 seats.
PKR
What about PKR? I thought PKR is the weak link in PR. Let's not forget it won 31 seats in the 2008 elections.
Those who jumped ship were either ex-Umno members (that tells us much about the quality and resolve of Umno members) and those who were selected on the basis of urgency and expedience.
The "fluid" candidates will be removed this time around, and it is likely that PKR will select candidates with a firmer constitution.
PKR will secure a number of seats in Sarawak, taking away seats from SPDP and PRS. Baru Bian will spearhead PKR's drive in Sarawak. I am thinking that PKR will still enter Parliament with around 33-35 seats.
Let's take the worst-case scenario. DAP= 46, PAS= 30, PKR= 33. The opposition has 109 seats. They are short of three seats to secure a majority.
We haven't included Sabah in our discussion. With the disenchantment towards Musa Aman, it's unlikely that Sabah Umno can retain all its seats it currently has.
Unless of course they pay the voters in their constituencies. The non-Umno parties in Sabah are increasingly less enamoured with Musa Aman and they can't defend their positions by sticking around with Mr Vacuum Cleaner.
The opposition will probably gain around six seats outright. To me Sabah is the powder keg. It's likely to blow in the face of BN. The non-Malay indigenous people of Sabah are likely to pressure their parties to abandon BN.
They have had numerous Umno leaders leading them in the past, all they got was continued marginalisation. They don't see development in their areas.
They don't see electricity and roads and clean water after years of BN rule. It's therefore possible for us to see 8-10 seats migrating to PR's camp.
We can say that around 14-16 seats from Sabah alone are PR inclined.
My own personal observations about the coming 13th GE is as follows:
PR 118-125 seats, Umno-N= 98-104 seats. There won't be a hung Parliament.
Khairy overides PM Najib, BN will hand over Putrajaya peacefully?
All of you must have read about Najib quickly deserting the Royal Selangor Club and declining to answer when questioned about whether UMNO/BN will hand over federal power if they lose the 13th General Election, thus inadvertently revealing what is inside his dirty mind.
All of you must have read about Najib's quote of defending Putrajaya with broken bones and lost lives, indicating that he will probably not surrender federal power if he lost the next general election.
However, here is Khairy the "Cowsford" (Oxford University for cows) graduate apparently overriding Najib. He said that as people who “played by the rules” BN will step down peacefully if it loses the general election “just like (BN) handed over Penang, Kedah and Selangor in 2008, Kelantan every year and Perak for a short while”.
“This is way above my pay grade, but I can assure Malaysians that as a coalition in a respected democracy, if we lose, we lose. There is no General Musharaf here..."
So let us look forward to UMNO/BN losing the 13th General Election and see if they will willingly and peacefully hand over power.
All of you must have read about Najib's quote of defending Putrajaya with broken bones and lost lives, indicating that he will probably not surrender federal power if he lost the next general election.
However, here is Khairy the "Cowsford" (Oxford University for cows) graduate apparently overriding Najib. He said that as people who “played by the rules” BN will step down peacefully if it loses the general election “just like (BN) handed over Penang, Kedah and Selangor in 2008, Kelantan every year and Perak for a short while”.
“This is way above my pay grade, but I can assure Malaysians that as a coalition in a respected democracy, if we lose, we lose. There is no General Musharaf here..."
So let us look forward to UMNO/BN losing the 13th General Election and see if they will willingly and peacefully hand over power.
Najib election bribes may cause credit rating downgrade
Najib's irresponsible splurging to bribe voters ahead of an impending general election risks first downgrading of Malaysia's credit rating in 15 years.
This was reported by Bloomberg which quoted several top rating companies saying unless Malaysia brings down its debt which may increase to 55.9%, they may cut Malaysia's credit rating. Malaysia statutory debt ceiling is only 55%.
See Election spending risks credit downgrade, say S&P and Moody’s
This was reported by Bloomberg which quoted several top rating companies saying unless Malaysia brings down its debt which may increase to 55.9%, they may cut Malaysia's credit rating. Malaysia statutory debt ceiling is only 55%.
See Election spending risks credit downgrade, say S&P and Moody’s
Malaysia Bar Council Red Book guide if under arrest
1. POLICE STOP YOU
1.1 Not in uniform, ask for identification
Say: "Please, show me your Police authority card".
1.2 Police authority card
Red : Suspended Police Officer. He has no authority to do
anything to you. Walk away.
Other colours:
• Blue : Rank of Inspector and above
• Yellow : Below the rank of Inspector
• White : Reserve police
Note his name and Police authority card number.
1.3 In uniform
Note his name and ID number on his uniform.
1.4 Police vehicle
Note the number plate of the patrol car or motorcycle.
2. POLICE QUESTION YOU WHEN STOPPED
2.1 Your identification
Only give your name, ID card number and address.
2.2 The police ask other questions
Politely ask, "Am I under arrest?"
2.3 When you are under arrest
You are arrested if the Police:
• tell you "yes";
• do not allow you to leave/want to take you to the Police
Station; or
• handcuff you.
If you are not under arrest, you may walk away/refuse to follow
him back to the Police Station or anywhere else, if asked.
2.4 When you cannot be arrested
The Police cannot arrest you just because you are a potential
witness and they want to take a statement from you (Witness/112
Statement).
3. QUESTIONING BY POLICE WITHOUT ARREST
3.1 112 Statement
When the Police are investigating a case and think you have
information / knowledge about the case, the Police may question
you and take down your answers (112 Statement).
3.2 Informal/Formal Request
Most times, the Police make an informal request that you give a 112
Statement. If the place and time is convenient to you, cooperate.
If not, tell the Police you will do so at a convenient place and time.
If you refuse to cooperate, the Police may issue a formal order in
writing, signed by an investigating officer (Police Officer) to ask
you to cooperate.
If you disobey a Police Order, you cannot be arrested. However, it is
an offence and the Police may request the Magistrate to issue a
warrant against you to compel you to cooperate.
3.3 Giving a 112 Statement
You have the right to ask a lawyer to accompany you.
This is advisable.
In giving a 112 Statement, you may refuse to answer any question /
remain silent if the answer is likely to expose you to a criminal
offence.
• Bring along a notebook or writing paper with you (Personal Notes).
• Write down every question asked in your Personal Notes.
• Make sure you understand every question asked.
• Take your time and think carefully before writing your answers in
your Personal Notes.
• Read your answers to the Police Officer questioning you.
• Keep your Personal Notes for future reference.
3.4 Signing your 112 Statement
Before signing your Statement, read the questions and your answers
written by the Police Officer carefully.
• Compare the Statement you are asked to sign with your Personal
Notes.
• You have the right to make any corrections/changes to the
Statement before signing.
• Place your signature immediately below the last sentence of your
Statement.
4. POLICE ARREST YOU
4.1 Ask: "Why am I under arrest?"
An arrest is unlawful if you are not informed of the reason.
4.2 Do not resist an arrest
The Police have the right to use reasonable force to arrest you if you
resist.
4.3 Ask: "Which Police Station are you taking me to?"
The arresting Police Officer must immediately take you to the
nearest Police Station and no other place.
4.4 What to do when arrested
You have the right to telephone:
1. Your relative or friend; and
2. A lawyer.
You may also call a nearby Legal Aid Centre (LAC). Inform them:
• you have been arrested;
• the time, place and reason of the arrest;
• the Police Station you will be taken to.
4.5 What happens after arrest
You may be detained up to 24 hours:
• at the Police Station, or
• in a lock-up to "assist" police investigation.
5. YOUR RIGHTS AFTER ARREST & DURING DETENTION
5.1 Right to consult a lawyer
Once you request for the presence of a lawyer, you have a right to
consult the lawyer at the Police Station. The Police must accord
you reasonable facilities and a reasonable time period for you to
meet and consult the lawyer. The Police may, however, deny you
this right, if the delay in questioning you may cause the occurrence
of another crime or cause danger to others.
5.2 Clothing
You are allowed to have one set of clothing with you in the
lock-up.
5.3 Personal belongings
The Police must record and put all your personal belongings in
safe custody. Your personal belongings must be returned to you
upon your release.
5.4 Welfare
You are allowed to take a bath two times a day. If you are sick,
you have the right to receive immediate medical attention.
You are to be given proper and adequate food and water during
detention.
5.5 How long can the Police detain you
The Police may only detain you for up to 24 hours for investigation.
The duty of the Police is to complete investigations within 24 hours
and to release you as soon as possible. If the Police cannot complete
investigations within 24 hours, they must bring you before a
Magistrate for a remand order to extend your detention beyond
24 hours (Remand Order).
6. REMAND ORDER BY MAGISTRATE AFTER 24 HOURS
6.1 Who is a Magistrate
A Magistrate is a judicial officer. The Magistrate has the power to
issue a Remand Order to detain you for more than 24 hours.
6.2 Purpose of a Remand Order
It is to give more time to the Police to complete their investigations
and decide whether there is evidence to charge you for an offence.
The Police cannot ask for a Remand Order only for the purpose of
taking a Statement from you.
1.1 Not in uniform, ask for identification
Say: "Please, show me your Police authority card".
1.2 Police authority card
Red : Suspended Police Officer. He has no authority to do
anything to you. Walk away.
Other colours:
• Blue : Rank of Inspector and above
• Yellow : Below the rank of Inspector
• White : Reserve police
Note his name and Police authority card number.
1.3 In uniform
Note his name and ID number on his uniform.
1.4 Police vehicle
Note the number plate of the patrol car or motorcycle.
2. POLICE QUESTION YOU WHEN STOPPED
2.1 Your identification
Only give your name, ID card number and address.
2.2 The police ask other questions
Politely ask, "Am I under arrest?"
2.3 When you are under arrest
You are arrested if the Police:
• tell you "yes";
• do not allow you to leave/want to take you to the Police
Station; or
• handcuff you.
If you are not under arrest, you may walk away/refuse to follow
him back to the Police Station or anywhere else, if asked.
2.4 When you cannot be arrested
The Police cannot arrest you just because you are a potential
witness and they want to take a statement from you (Witness/112
Statement).
3. QUESTIONING BY POLICE WITHOUT ARREST
3.1 112 Statement
When the Police are investigating a case and think you have
information / knowledge about the case, the Police may question
you and take down your answers (112 Statement).
3.2 Informal/Formal Request
Most times, the Police make an informal request that you give a 112
Statement. If the place and time is convenient to you, cooperate.
If not, tell the Police you will do so at a convenient place and time.
If you refuse to cooperate, the Police may issue a formal order in
writing, signed by an investigating officer (Police Officer) to ask
you to cooperate.
If you disobey a Police Order, you cannot be arrested. However, it is
an offence and the Police may request the Magistrate to issue a
warrant against you to compel you to cooperate.
3.3 Giving a 112 Statement
You have the right to ask a lawyer to accompany you.
This is advisable.
In giving a 112 Statement, you may refuse to answer any question /
remain silent if the answer is likely to expose you to a criminal
offence.
• Bring along a notebook or writing paper with you (Personal Notes).
• Write down every question asked in your Personal Notes.
• Make sure you understand every question asked.
• Take your time and think carefully before writing your answers in
your Personal Notes.
• Read your answers to the Police Officer questioning you.
• Keep your Personal Notes for future reference.
3.4 Signing your 112 Statement
Before signing your Statement, read the questions and your answers
written by the Police Officer carefully.
• Compare the Statement you are asked to sign with your Personal
Notes.
• You have the right to make any corrections/changes to the
Statement before signing.
• Place your signature immediately below the last sentence of your
Statement.
4. POLICE ARREST YOU
4.1 Ask: "Why am I under arrest?"
An arrest is unlawful if you are not informed of the reason.
4.2 Do not resist an arrest
The Police have the right to use reasonable force to arrest you if you
resist.
4.3 Ask: "Which Police Station are you taking me to?"
The arresting Police Officer must immediately take you to the
nearest Police Station and no other place.
4.4 What to do when arrested
You have the right to telephone:
1. Your relative or friend; and
2. A lawyer.
You may also call a nearby Legal Aid Centre (LAC). Inform them:
• you have been arrested;
• the time, place and reason of the arrest;
• the Police Station you will be taken to.
4.5 What happens after arrest
You may be detained up to 24 hours:
• at the Police Station, or
• in a lock-up to "assist" police investigation.
5. YOUR RIGHTS AFTER ARREST & DURING DETENTION
5.1 Right to consult a lawyer
Once you request for the presence of a lawyer, you have a right to
consult the lawyer at the Police Station. The Police must accord
you reasonable facilities and a reasonable time period for you to
meet and consult the lawyer. The Police may, however, deny you
this right, if the delay in questioning you may cause the occurrence
of another crime or cause danger to others.
5.2 Clothing
You are allowed to have one set of clothing with you in the
lock-up.
5.3 Personal belongings
The Police must record and put all your personal belongings in
safe custody. Your personal belongings must be returned to you
upon your release.
5.4 Welfare
You are allowed to take a bath two times a day. If you are sick,
you have the right to receive immediate medical attention.
You are to be given proper and adequate food and water during
detention.
5.5 How long can the Police detain you
The Police may only detain you for up to 24 hours for investigation.
The duty of the Police is to complete investigations within 24 hours
and to release you as soon as possible. If the Police cannot complete
investigations within 24 hours, they must bring you before a
Magistrate for a remand order to extend your detention beyond
24 hours (Remand Order).
6. REMAND ORDER BY MAGISTRATE AFTER 24 HOURS
6.1 Who is a Magistrate
A Magistrate is a judicial officer. The Magistrate has the power to
issue a Remand Order to detain you for more than 24 hours.
6.2 Purpose of a Remand Order
It is to give more time to the Police to complete their investigations
and decide whether there is evidence to charge you for an offence.
The Police cannot ask for a Remand Order only for the purpose of
taking a Statement from you.
BERSIH 3.0 Free green tea at Sunny Beach restaurant
In celebration of BERSIH 3.0, Sunny Beach restaurant is giving free green tea to all customers wearing yellow (BERSIH) or green (for Himpunan Hijau).
Set lunch included drink and side dish only for rm7.70 or rm8.60. No service charge or tax will be charge
Food: Salad chicken rice, Fried chicken rice, Bubble milk green/red tea, Toast, Sandwich
Sunny Beach Restaurant is situated at Jalan Pudu near the Pudu LRT Station.
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Set lunch included drink and side dish only for rm7.70 or rm8.60. No service charge or tax will be charge
Food: Salad chicken rice, Fried chicken rice, Bubble milk green/red tea, Toast, Sandwich
Sunny Beach Restaurant is situated at Jalan Pudu near the Pudu LRT Station.
Location map of the Pudu LRT Station
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BERSIH letter to MPs in Australia and around the world
Subject: Global Bersih letter to MPs in Aussie & around the world.. -
Here is a letter that Malaysians in Australia are sending to MPs across the country (Australia), drawing their attention to the situation at home, and suggesting how they may help in practical terms.....
It has been written like a template, so anybody or group in Global Bersih can convert the letter for use in your country or city - just make sure you replace the bits about Australia with your own details.
Hope you find it useful, and good luck with everything.
Peace, goodwill and Merdeka.
TO: (MP's name, designation etc.)
FROM: Global Bersih, an international group of Malaysians (see www.globalbersih.org)
22 April 2012
URGENT: MALAYSIA NEEDS YOUR HELP
MALAYSIANS and friends of Malaysians in Australia call upon you as an elected representative to help us address what is perhaps the most democratically destructive development in Malaysia's history.
ISSUE
Malaysia imminently risks entering an era of tyranny as the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition government, which has ruled uninterrupted for 55 years, prepares to call for federal elections that will be corruptly conducted to guarantee victory. An Election Commission (EC) constitutionally required to act without fear or favour to ensure fair and free elections has publicly shown itself as an instrument of state that works to further the government's electoral objectives.
Legislative reforms introduced and passed by the majority government on 19 April 2012 abolished the requirement for oversight by election candidates or their agents to independently verify the identity of voters before they enter polling booths to vote. The amendments have abolished the requirement that anyone who conceives of, manufactures and distributes election posters must be registered. Effectively, the reforms allow government, their agents and the EC full and exclusive freedom to register as many voters as they choose, determine the election process, conduct the election campaign, implement the poll and count the votes without question by candidates or independent observers.
BACKGROUND
In 2008 polls, the government's two-thirds majority was broken for the first time in 51 years by an Opposition coalition, Pakatan Rakyat (PR). That parliamentary majority had allowed BN to rewrite the Constitution at will. The next election, expected before June but legally required by April 2013, is a do-or-die scenario for BN, whose highest offices face allegations of corruption and criminality so devastating as to threaten their hold on power.
Independent inquiries and analysis of electoral rolls have uncovered these facts:
· Over 400,000 dubious voters are on the electoral roll, enough to swing 35 federal seats either way and decide if BN reclaims its two-thirds super-majority in parliament, or the Opposition PR becomes the government
· 31,294 voters have been transferred out of their 2008 constituencies without their consent
· 42,000 voters whose status as citizens cannot be verified by the National Registration Department are still on the roll
· The electoral rolls carry 65,543 voters who are 85 years of age and older, and 1000 voters aged more than 100 years
· 15,855 voters on the roll have identification card numbers showing they are of a different gender from that listed by the EC
· 4,500 voters who are spouses of police officers are registered as postal voters in breach of the law
· Up to 1,000,000 (one million) Malaysians living overseas cannot vote in general elections from their residential countries because of laws that contravene the Malaysian Constitution. These Malaysians who are denied their constitutional right to lodge their vote from overseas could make up 10 per cent of the electorate. The same laws that prevent these Malaysians from taking part in elections otherwise afford that basic democratic privilege for up to 240,000 other Malaysian citizens, who may be regarded as financially obliged to their government, such as soldiers, government scholars and civil service members, as well as their spouses. Up to 90 per cent of ballots cast through Malaysia's postal voting system is believed to support the incumbent government.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In the 12th general election of 2008, Opposition coalition PR won the prized state of Selangor and wrested control of an economic and symbolic powerhouse in peninsular Malaysia; since 2008, the Selangor electoral rolls have ballooned by 22 per cent (over 340,000 voters) to more than 1.9 million, compared to a national average of 16.3 per cent.
Malaysia has refused access to international election-watch groups ever since the 1990 general election, when polling was observed by the Commonwealth Observer Mission, but the prime minister of that time, Mahathir Mohamed, suppressed their report.
MALAYSIANS SAY 'ENOUGH'
Bersih (which means 'clean'), a coalition of 84 civil society movements led by A. Samad Said, a revered national laureate, and Ambiga Sreenevasan, the former president of the Malaysian Bar, has called for a public sit-in this Saturday, April 28, in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, to protest the latest parliamentary reforms referred to here, and to raise the public's awareness of the dire consequences for democracy in Malaysia.
Bersih's previous rally in July 2011, which called for comprehensive reform of the electoral process, was attended by an estimated 50,000 Malaysians in Kuala Lumpur, who endured a violent crackdown by the state.
IMMEDIATE GLOBAL ACTION
This Saturday, 28 April 2012, Malaysians and their friends in 64 cities will rally in solidarity with Malaysians in Kuala Lumpur, who will again risk their personal safety, if not their lives, in the name of democracy, and fair and free elections.
HOW YOU MAY HELP
· We call upon you to draw the attention of your parliament to the dire situation that a global citizen such as Malaysia imminently faces.
· We ask that you offer election observers to attend and witness the coming elections in Malaysia.
· We ask that you reply this email with a message of support for our cause, which we will post on www.globalbersih.org
· We also invite you to join us at the April 28 rallies in this country, to show support for the cause and outline how your parliamentary office may practically help Malaysia.
The details of rallies across Australia are:
Brisbane - 1pm, Reddacliff Place
Sydney - 2pm, Martin Place
Canberra - 2pm, Parliament House Lawns
Melbourne - 2pm, St. Paul's Court, Federation Square
Hobart - 2pm, Parliament House
Adelaide - 2pm, Victoria Square
Perth - 2pm, Langley Park for a walk to the Malaysian Consulate General
Thank you very much.
Here is a letter that Malaysians in Australia are sending to MPs across the country (Australia), drawing their attention to the situation at home, and suggesting how they may help in practical terms.....
It has been written like a template, so anybody or group in Global Bersih can convert the letter for use in your country or city - just make sure you replace the bits about Australia with your own details.
Hope you find it useful, and good luck with everything.
Peace, goodwill and Merdeka.
TO: (MP's name, designation etc.)
FROM: Global Bersih, an international group of Malaysians (see www.globalbersih.org)
22 April 2012
URGENT: MALAYSIA NEEDS YOUR HELP
MALAYSIANS and friends of Malaysians in Australia call upon you as an elected representative to help us address what is perhaps the most democratically destructive development in Malaysia's history.
ISSUE
Malaysia imminently risks entering an era of tyranny as the Barisan Nasional (BN) coalition government, which has ruled uninterrupted for 55 years, prepares to call for federal elections that will be corruptly conducted to guarantee victory. An Election Commission (EC) constitutionally required to act without fear or favour to ensure fair and free elections has publicly shown itself as an instrument of state that works to further the government's electoral objectives.
Legislative reforms introduced and passed by the majority government on 19 April 2012 abolished the requirement for oversight by election candidates or their agents to independently verify the identity of voters before they enter polling booths to vote. The amendments have abolished the requirement that anyone who conceives of, manufactures and distributes election posters must be registered. Effectively, the reforms allow government, their agents and the EC full and exclusive freedom to register as many voters as they choose, determine the election process, conduct the election campaign, implement the poll and count the votes without question by candidates or independent observers.
BACKGROUND
In 2008 polls, the government's two-thirds majority was broken for the first time in 51 years by an Opposition coalition, Pakatan Rakyat (PR). That parliamentary majority had allowed BN to rewrite the Constitution at will. The next election, expected before June but legally required by April 2013, is a do-or-die scenario for BN, whose highest offices face allegations of corruption and criminality so devastating as to threaten their hold on power.
Independent inquiries and analysis of electoral rolls have uncovered these facts:
· Over 400,000 dubious voters are on the electoral roll, enough to swing 35 federal seats either way and decide if BN reclaims its two-thirds super-majority in parliament, or the Opposition PR becomes the government
· 31,294 voters have been transferred out of their 2008 constituencies without their consent
· 42,000 voters whose status as citizens cannot be verified by the National Registration Department are still on the roll
· The electoral rolls carry 65,543 voters who are 85 years of age and older, and 1000 voters aged more than 100 years
· 15,855 voters on the roll have identification card numbers showing they are of a different gender from that listed by the EC
· 4,500 voters who are spouses of police officers are registered as postal voters in breach of the law
· Up to 1,000,000 (one million) Malaysians living overseas cannot vote in general elections from their residential countries because of laws that contravene the Malaysian Constitution. These Malaysians who are denied their constitutional right to lodge their vote from overseas could make up 10 per cent of the electorate. The same laws that prevent these Malaysians from taking part in elections otherwise afford that basic democratic privilege for up to 240,000 other Malaysian citizens, who may be regarded as financially obliged to their government, such as soldiers, government scholars and civil service members, as well as their spouses. Up to 90 per cent of ballots cast through Malaysia's postal voting system is believed to support the incumbent government.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In the 12th general election of 2008, Opposition coalition PR won the prized state of Selangor and wrested control of an economic and symbolic powerhouse in peninsular Malaysia; since 2008, the Selangor electoral rolls have ballooned by 22 per cent (over 340,000 voters) to more than 1.9 million, compared to a national average of 16.3 per cent.
Malaysia has refused access to international election-watch groups ever since the 1990 general election, when polling was observed by the Commonwealth Observer Mission, but the prime minister of that time, Mahathir Mohamed, suppressed their report.
MALAYSIANS SAY 'ENOUGH'
Bersih (which means 'clean'), a coalition of 84 civil society movements led by A. Samad Said, a revered national laureate, and Ambiga Sreenevasan, the former president of the Malaysian Bar, has called for a public sit-in this Saturday, April 28, in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, to protest the latest parliamentary reforms referred to here, and to raise the public's awareness of the dire consequences for democracy in Malaysia.
Bersih's previous rally in July 2011, which called for comprehensive reform of the electoral process, was attended by an estimated 50,000 Malaysians in Kuala Lumpur, who endured a violent crackdown by the state.
IMMEDIATE GLOBAL ACTION
This Saturday, 28 April 2012, Malaysians and their friends in 64 cities will rally in solidarity with Malaysians in Kuala Lumpur, who will again risk their personal safety, if not their lives, in the name of democracy, and fair and free elections.
HOW YOU MAY HELP
· We call upon you to draw the attention of your parliament to the dire situation that a global citizen such as Malaysia imminently faces.
· We ask that you offer election observers to attend and witness the coming elections in Malaysia.
· We ask that you reply this email with a message of support for our cause, which we will post on www.globalbersih.org
· We also invite you to join us at the April 28 rallies in this country, to show support for the cause and outline how your parliamentary office may practically help Malaysia.
The details of rallies across Australia are:
Brisbane - 1pm, Reddacliff Place
Sydney - 2pm, Martin Place
Canberra - 2pm, Parliament House Lawns
Melbourne - 2pm, St. Paul's Court, Federation Square
Hobart - 2pm, Parliament House
Adelaide - 2pm, Victoria Square
Perth - 2pm, Langley Park for a walk to the Malaysian Consulate General
Thank you very much.
Street Rally for Beginners guide
In preparation for BERSIH 3.0, here is a Street Rally for Beginners guide
Powerpoint presentation
What to wear
What to bring
What not to bring
How to arrive
What to do when arrived
What to do when rally begins
What to do when rally ends
What to do when encounter rowdy people
What to do when surrounded
What to do when tear-gassed
What to do when sprayed with water
What to do when arrested
What to do when brought to police station
What to do when released from police custody
- yellow T-shirts
- yellow Caps/hats/hijab
- shorts of any color
- Capris of any color
- Cargo pants of any color
- running shoes of any brand
- Identity card/MyKad/Driving License for official identification only
- Sufficient cash and/or ATM card
RM50 - RM100 in paper form. No coins
- Sweets for minty fresh breath
- Salt in small packets
for quick energy & clear headedness restoration
- Damp cloth in plastic bag
preferably soaked in salt water/saline solution for when tear-gassed and/or to wipe skin when sprayed with chemicals
-Your personal medical necessities
if you do, like inhalers/diabetic pills/insulin jabs
- Pen & notepad
for necessary written documentation of information/numbers
-Camera/Video Camera
if you are bringing electronics, please bring a plastic bag to water-proof them
don't reveal too much about yourself
- not too much cash and/credit card
you're not going shopping/pisang goreng stall don't accept credit cards, and there might be pick-pocketers in large crowd
- no slippers or hight heels which will prevent you from running efficiently
- no sarong/skirt/flowy clothing which will prevent you from running efficiently
- no placards/banners/political associated logos your physical presence is a strong message, there is no need to provoke or champion anything else
- no sharp or dangerous items making it easier for authorities to justify your arrest
- no cigarettes/smoking please be considerate to fellow ralliers who do not smoke
Try NOT to drive into the city to avoid roadblocks 8i traffic jams
Study a city map to know entryi'exit points.
Take public transportation like buses. trains, LRT & rnonorail.
Prepare to walk if train stations are closed.
Arrive in groups. do NOT arrive alone.
Follow ALL his instructions.
Ignore any other directives.
ALWAYS move in groups.
Walk Do NOT run or push.
Be aware of old folks {children.
Do NOT lose your bearings.
Keep an eye for escape routes.
Do not stray from group
Report any suspicious activities
Do not provoke anyone with language/action
Thank the Field Commander
Take pictures to be posted on Facebook
Tag your friends
Make sure the area is clean
If they become aggressive, report to the Field Commander or the police
Make records of their faces if situation permits.
Run for cover, away from the gas/smoke
Run against the wind if possible
Do not get near the canister
Rinse your eyes with water
Eat some salt to regain clarity & energy
Stay calm. Remain in position. Sit down if you're tired
Keep your spirit strong. Kettling can last for hours, depending on what time the policemen need to be home for dinner.
Do not provoke the police
Do not give up
Do not take pictures to tag them on Facebook
Do be very patient
Do not hide behind structures
Rinse your skin with water
Wipe with damp cloth soaked in salt/saline water
Do not rub salt on your skin
1. your name
2. your identity card/MyKad
3. Your address
If he asks you ANY OTHER questions, you have the right NOT to respond, but ask, "Am I under arrest?"
You are under arrest
if he say yes,
refuse to let you leave,
want to bring you to the police station
Note down his police number
Ask for the reason for the arrest
Police cannot arrest you unless they notify you of the reason
Do not resist arrest.
Do not reveal any other details
Find out location of station you will be brought to
Call or inform relevant parties
If no, um, ah,
... walk away, ignore his threats
Refuse to answer
Say you will only give your statements in court
Give vague answers
Anything you say in the station can be used against you in court
Stay calm. Be patient
Try to recall every detail up to your arrest.
Remember faces and names of officers
Lawyers & friends are ready to help
Make a police report if hurt before or during arrest
If hurt, go for immediate body check-up at a hospital
Trace every details, and tell it to your lawyer, media or voice recorder so you don't forget when you are questioned in court later
Do not be deterred by this experience
Powerpoint presentation
Powerpoint presentation
Street Rally Guide for BeginnersWhat to wear
What to bring
What not to bring
How to arrive
What to do when arrived
What to do when rally begins
What to do when rally ends
What to do when encounter rowdy people
What to do when surrounded
What to do when tear-gassed
What to do when sprayed with water
What to do when arrested
What to do when brought to police station
What to do when released from police custody
What to wear
Wear comfortable clothing- yellow T-shirts
- yellow Caps/hats/hijab
- shorts of any color
- Capris of any color
- Cargo pants of any color
- running shoes of any brand
What to bring
8 essential items- Identity card/MyKad/Driving License for official identification only
- Sufficient cash and/or ATM card
RM50 - RM100 in paper form. No coins
- Sweets for minty fresh breath
- Salt in small packets
for quick energy & clear headedness restoration
- Damp cloth in plastic bag
preferably soaked in salt water/saline solution for when tear-gassed and/or to wipe skin when sprayed with chemicals
-Your personal medical necessities
if you do, like inhalers/diabetic pills/insulin jabs
- Pen & notepad
for necessary written documentation of information/numbers
-Camera/Video Camera
if you are bringing electronics, please bring a plastic bag to water-proof them
What NOT to bring/wear
- no student card/work pass/IDdon't reveal too much about yourself
- not too much cash and/credit card
you're not going shopping/pisang goreng stall don't accept credit cards, and there might be pick-pocketers in large crowd
- no slippers or hight heels which will prevent you from running efficiently
- no sarong/skirt/flowy clothing which will prevent you from running efficiently
- no placards/banners/political associated logos your physical presence is a strong message, there is no need to provoke or champion anything else
- no sharp or dangerous items making it easier for authorities to justify your arrest
- no cigarettes/smoking please be considerate to fellow ralliers who do not smoke
How to arrive
Inform family members & friends that you are attending the street rally.Try NOT to drive into the city to avoid roadblocks 8i traffic jams
Study a city map to know entryi'exit points.
Take public transportation like buses. trains, LRT & rnonorail.
Prepare to walk if train stations are closed.
Arrive in groups. do NOT arrive alone.
What to do when arrived
Identify the Field Commander.Follow ALL his instructions.
Ignore any other directives.
ALWAYS move in groups.
Walk Do NOT run or push.
Be aware of old folks {children.
Do NOT lose your bearings.
Keep an eye for escape routes.
What to do when rally begins
Stay sensible. Stay safe. Don't panic.Do not stray from group
Report any suspicious activities
Do not provoke anyone with language/action
What to do when rally ends
Dismiss slowly, quietly and peacefullyThank the Field Commander
Take pictures to be posted on Facebook
Tag your friends
Make sure the area is clean
What to do when encounter rowdy people
Ignore them. Do not give them a chance to make you angry or react to themIf they become aggressive, report to the Field Commander or the police
Make records of their faces if situation permits.
What to do when tear-gassed
Wet/damp your towel and cover your faceRun for cover, away from the gas/smoke
Run against the wind if possible
Do not get near the canister
Rinse your eyes with water
Eat some salt to regain clarity & energy
What to do when surrounded
If you get surrounded/kettled/corralled, DON'T PANIC!Stay calm. Remain in position. Sit down if you're tired
Keep your spirit strong. Kettling can last for hours, depending on what time the policemen need to be home for dinner.
Do not provoke the police
Do not give up
Do not take pictures to tag them on Facebook
Do be very patient
What to do when sprayed with water
Run for cover, away from the water canonDo not hide behind structures
Rinse your skin with water
Wipe with damp cloth soaked in salt/saline water
Do not rub salt on your skin
What to do when arrested
When questioned, give ONLY:1. your name
2. your identity card/MyKad
3. Your address
If he asks you ANY OTHER questions, you have the right NOT to respond, but ask, "Am I under arrest?"
You are under arrest
if he say yes,
refuse to let you leave,
want to bring you to the police station
Note down his police number
Ask for the reason for the arrest
Police cannot arrest you unless they notify you of the reason
Do not resist arrest.
Do not reveal any other details
Find out location of station you will be brought to
Call or inform relevant parties
If no, um, ah,
... walk away, ignore his threats
What to do when brought to police station
Ask to see a lawyerRefuse to answer
Say you will only give your statements in court
Give vague answers
Anything you say in the station can be used against you in court
Stay calm. Be patient
Try to recall every detail up to your arrest.
Remember faces and names of officers
Lawyers & friends are ready to help
What to do when released from police custody
Make sure all your belongings are returnedMake a police report if hurt before or during arrest
If hurt, go for immediate body check-up at a hospital
Trace every details, and tell it to your lawyer, media or voice recorder so you don't forget when you are questioned in court later
Do not be deterred by this experience
BERSIH 3.0 Pre-rally assembly points
Here is a map of the BERSIH 3.0 Jom Duduk Bantah protest for a clean and fair election on 28 April: 
The assembly points are:
1. Masjid Negara
2. Jalan Sultan (and Jalan Petaling)
3. Pasir Seni (Central Market)
4. KLCC (Kuala Lumpur Convention Center) for Himpun Hijau
5. Brickfields
The assembly points are:
1. Masjid Negara
2. Jalan Sultan (and Jalan Petaling)
3. Pasir Seni (Central Market)
4. KLCC (Kuala Lumpur Convention Center) for Himpun Hijau
5. Brickfields
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