RTM2 producer Chou Z Lam has been terminated from the TV station, following his damning allegations of political interference over popular current affairs programme 'Galeri Mandarin Nasional'.After clocking in to work this morning, Chou was told by RTM human resources director Mohd Shafiq Abdullah that his one-year contract with the government-owned TV station would be terminated effective today.
"Shafiq said that my contract was terminated immediately due to budget constraints. He was polite and thanked me for my contributions," said Chou told Malaysiakini.
Following this, Chou said he had to surrender his RTM employee tag to Shafiq, who then instructed two police officers to escort him to collect his effects before showing him the door.
Chou said that his contract was to expire only next January, but the terms stipulated that his services can be terminated at any time without compensation.
Asked if his termination is related to his expose over political interference, Chou replied: "I'm absolutely positive about it".
Joshua Wong and Chou Z Lam – are two TV producer that has spoken up against political censorship of television programmes
You can check out both their statements here. Wong and Chou.
It is indeed inspiring to see Malaysians stand up and risk their livelihoods to uphold journalistic integrity.
My utmost respect to these two true Malaysians for their sacrifice!
Source from Malaysiakini and Jelas.info
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