Malaysia legislation
Section 2
Section 2
The objects of this Act are to ensure—
(a)
so far as it is appropriate to do so, that all citizens have the right to organize assemblies or to participate in assemblies, peaceably and without arms; and
(b)
that the exercise of the right to organize assemblies or to participate in assemblies, peaceably and without arms, is subject only to restrictions deemed necessary or expedient in a democratic society in the interest of the security of the
Federation or any part thereof or public order, including the protection of the rights and freedoms of other persons.
Interpretation