PUTRAJAYA, Sept 29 (Bernama) - The government will not compromise on
security, public order and the country's position in drafting new laws
to replace the Internal Security Act (ISA).
Home Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein however said some provisions under the ISA would be retained, for example, the rehabilitation process for detainees.
"We are strong in rehabilitation and have the expertise. I believe that it will not be touched (amended). The detention period may not be too long and is being considered by the Attorney General."
He was speaking to reporters after a meeting with 25 members of Perkasa led by its president, Datuk Ibrahim Ali here Thursday.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said in his Malaysia Day message on Sept 15 that the ISA was to be repealed and replaced with two new laws to maintain peace, wellbeing and harmony of the people and country.
The two new laws will be enacted with the spirit of Article 149 of the Federal Constitution to prevent subversion, terrorism and criminal acts.
Hishammuddin said today's meeting with Perksa which was also attended by Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ismail Omar was to explanation to relevant parties on the repeal of ISA.
"Our discussion with Perksa was rational and not emotional at all. The central issue is how to balance human rights and issues on national security."
He said the drafting of two new laws was part of the government transformation to ensure that laws remain relevant and in line with the global landscape.
Ibrahim submitted a memorandum to Hishammuddin which among others, contained views of members of non-governmental organisations (NGO) on the government decision to repeal the ISA.
In the memorandum, Ibrahim said security issues should not be compromised as they supersede human rights or freedom of speech in this country.
He hopes the government is in no hurry to draft the new laws and at the same time, people need to be patient and must not become emotional.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Hussein however said some provisions under the ISA would be retained, for example, the rehabilitation process for detainees.
"We are strong in rehabilitation and have the expertise. I believe that it will not be touched (amended). The detention period may not be too long and is being considered by the Attorney General."
He was speaking to reporters after a meeting with 25 members of Perkasa led by its president, Datuk Ibrahim Ali here Thursday.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak said in his Malaysia Day message on Sept 15 that the ISA was to be repealed and replaced with two new laws to maintain peace, wellbeing and harmony of the people and country.
The two new laws will be enacted with the spirit of Article 149 of the Federal Constitution to prevent subversion, terrorism and criminal acts.
Hishammuddin said today's meeting with Perksa which was also attended by Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Ismail Omar was to explanation to relevant parties on the repeal of ISA.
"Our discussion with Perksa was rational and not emotional at all. The central issue is how to balance human rights and issues on national security."
He said the drafting of two new laws was part of the government transformation to ensure that laws remain relevant and in line with the global landscape.
Ibrahim submitted a memorandum to Hishammuddin which among others, contained views of members of non-governmental organisations (NGO) on the government decision to repeal the ISA.
In the memorandum, Ibrahim said security issues should not be compromised as they supersede human rights or freedom of speech in this country.
He hopes the government is in no hurry to draft the new laws and at the same time, people need to be patient and must not become emotional.
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