It was recently reported that MCMC had requested Twitter to remove some posts and hashtags that were critical of the government’s handling of the floods.

MCMC claimed it had to take such action to “uphold Malaysia’s laws”.

But it failed in its attempts when Twitter decided not to take any action against the tweets.

In a statement today, the PH presidential council said MCMC’s actions were “anti-democratic”.

“What we regret most is how MCMC is being used by the government to silence the people, especially when many have died and are suffering from the floods,” it said.

It added that the government, and MCMC in particular, should be aware that it is the public’s right to have a say, especially on pressing issues such as natural disasters or the cost of living.

“The government and agencies such as MCMC need to understand that democracy and the voice of the people must be respected and celebrated, and never threatened,” it said.

“We therefore urge that the chairman of MCMC be removed immediately.”