Backlash lingers for Malaysia's LGBT community after The 1975's same sex kiss
The 1975’s stunt generated headlines worldwide – but it has also played into the hands of anti-gay politicians
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The 1975’s stunt generated headlines worldwide – but it has also played into the hands of anti-gay politicians
Kuala Lumpur: The High Court has granted Swatch Malaysia leave to commence judicial review proceedings against the government over the seizure of 172 watches, including those from its “Pride Collection” series.
In Malaysia, wrapping the wrong candy-colored watch around your wrist can now earn you a $4,300 fine, not to mention three years in jail. The penalties are laid out in an August 10 order from the Ministry of Home Affairs banning LGBTQ-themed watches from the popular Swatch brand for putting Malaysia’s “national interest” at risk.…
The Malaysian government has made owning or possessing any LGBTQ-themed Swatch-related paraphernalia punishable with jail time.
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