
“Wait for My Lawyer’s Letter,” Hannah Yeoh Responds to PAS Commissioner’s False Claims
2025-01-28
Author: Wei Ling
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 — Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has publicly addressed Perak PAS Commissioner Razman Zakaria, urging him to expect a formal letter from her lawyer after he erroneously linked her to the family of YTL Corporation Berhad's founder, Yeoh Tiong Lay.
In a spirited post on social media platform X, Yeoh condemned the ongoing issues of defamation, particularly among those in religious circles. "We should not normalize defamation," she asserted, as reported by Harian Metro.
Yeoh clarified that Razman’s comments during a speech accusing her of various improprieties lasted significantly longer than the brief highlights noted by the media. "In fact, Razman’s speech exceeded one minute, contrary to the claims of it being less than 10 seconds," she added, emphasizing that it is crucial to address misinformation directly.
The controversy began when Razman admitted on Facebook that he had mistakenly linked Yeoh with the YTL founder’s family. "In my lengthy speech, a one-minute segment was cut down by the media to create a headline," he acknowledged. "I now realize that my comments regarding YB Hannah Yeoh were incorrect.”
Addressing the error, Yeoh reiterated the need for careful speech and reporting, stating that not every individual with the surname Yeoh is associated with YTL. This point highlights a common misconception and the importance of due diligence in public statements.
Razman later explained that his acknowledgment of the mistake stemmed from following media coverage of his remarks made at an event in Seri Iskandar, where a mere 10-second clip of his 30-minute speech became the focus. "I admit the factual mistake about the link between Hannah Yeoh and YTL. It was an unintentional error," he concluded, expressing some disappointment with the media's portrayal of his comments, suggesting that the reporting was selectively focused on the mistake rather than the broader context of his speech.
This incident underscores the critical need for accountability among public figures and responsible media reporting to prevent misinformation from spreading and affecting reputations unjustly. Given the rising tensions in Malaysian politics, this exchange serves as a vivid reminder of the impact of words and the legal ramifications that can follow false claims. Stay tuned for updates as the situation unfolds!