Home Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has laid the blame on Chinese media for the feelings of frustration and anger directed at the Malaysian government by families of Flight MH370’s victims, especially those from China.
“The prime minister and acting transport minister have tried their best to resolve this but, unfortunately, the papers have manipulated this and played up the sentiments until the families, especially those from Beijing, are upset.
“This is an accident which no one wants to see happen,” Zahid said when winding up the King’s royal address in Parliament last night.
Zahid did not specify if he was referring to media outlets in China, or local Chinese-language media entities.
Family members of Flight MH370’s victims have lashed out at the Malaysian government and the management of Malaysia Airlines, accusing both of being “liars” and “murderers” over their handling of the search and rescue operations for the plane. On Tuesday, some 200 family members of the jetliner’s passengers protested outside the Malaysian embassy in Beijing, demanding explanations and shouting invective at Malaysian officials.
Zahid issued a stern warning to any media outlet or those using social media, that action would be taken against those who try to fuel the anger of the distraught families.
He added, “Don’t blame me if I take action.”
See Also: Hishamuddin to grieving Chinese families: “We lost our loved ones too”; Chinese tourists shun Malaysia after Flight MH370 controversy; MH370: Malaysian embassy in Beijing swarmed by protesters
Story: The Malaysian Insider
