THE controversy surrounding a group of Malaysian tourists who came under fire for posting videos criticising locals in China continues to generate debate online.
The incident, which attracted widespread criticism on social media, involved content creator Nur Asyiqin Mohd Dalil, who later apologised for remarks made during the trip. It subsequently emerged that another individual featured in the videos is a serving police officer.
Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that the officer remains on active duty while investigations are being conducted, according to a report by Berita Harian.
“I urge all parties to remain calm and allow PDRM to conduct its investigation professionally, including from a disciplinary perspective,” he said at an event at the Royal Malaysia Police College.
“If there has been any violation of the law, appropriate action will be taken.”
Mohd Khalid also reminded police personnel to uphold the force’s image and maintain professional conduct, whether on duty or travelling abroad.
The latest development was highlighted by Malay-language portal Oh! Media, where the post generated thousands of reactions and comments, indicating that the controversy remains a topic of public discussion.
Mixed reactions online
While many social media users supported the police investigation, others questioned whether similar levels of scrutiny are applied in different situations.
Some commenters argued that the authorities appeared to respond more swiftly when the controversy involved another country, while others questioned whether comparable action had been taken in cases involving insults against religion or the monarchy.
Others drew comparisons with incidents involving foreign nationals in Malaysia, suggesting that enforcement should be applied consistently regardless of nationality.
There were also comments speculating about possible external pressure behind the investigation, although no evidence was provided to support such claims.
Calls for accountability
At the same time, many netizens defended the decision to investigate the matter, arguing that police officers should be held to a higher standard of conduct than ordinary citizens.
Several commenters noted that members of the police force represent public institutions and are therefore expected to demonstrate professionalism and integrity at all times.
Others expressed disappointment that the actions of a small group of travellers had generated negative publicity for Malaysia abroad, saying such incidents could affect the country’s image.
Although Nur Asyiqin has apologised and removed the offending videos, discussions surrounding the incident continue to generate strong reactions online.
The episode has also reignited broader conversations about social media conduct, personal accountability and the standards expected of public servants both at home and overseas. ‒ June 24, 2026
Main image: Sinar Harian
