Jurnal Kewartawanan Malaysian Press Institute
Jurnal ini adalah platform ilmiah bagi akademik, pengamal media, dan pemimpin pemikiran untuk membincangkan isu, cabaran, dan inovasi dalam landskap kewartawanan Malaysia dan global.
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Buli di Malaysia: Krisis Senyap di Sebalik Statistik dan Viral Media
Pada 18 Julai 2023, Dewan Rakyat dimaklumkan bahawa ribuan kes buli direkodkan dalam sistem disiplin sekolah setiap tahun, namun angka sebenar dipercayai jauh lebih tinggi kerana banyak kes tidak dilaporkan. Kenyataan ini membuka satu persoalan besar. Sejauh mana seriusnya masalah buli di Malaysia dan mengapa ia terus berulang walaupun pelbagai langkah telah diambil?
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Buli bukanlah isu baharu dalam masyarakat, namun perbuatan ini terus berleluasa tanpa mengira tempat dan masa, sama ada di sekolah, tempat kerja mahupun di alam siber. Apa yang sering dianggap sebagai gurauan atau senda ringan sebenarnya boleh meninggalkan kesan psikologi yang mendalam. Gurauan yang melampaui batas boleh menimbulkan rasa takut, hilang keyakinan diri serta tekanan emosi yang berpanjangan kepada mangsa. Dalam era digital, buli menjadi lebih kompleks apabila ia berlaku dalam talian melalui komen kasar, penyebaran gambar tanpa izin serta penggunaan akaun palsu untuk menghina. Keadaan ini menjadikan buli lebih sukar dikesan dan dibendung.
Six PR Pros for Every Journalist: Who Really Owns the News Agenda Now?
Media invites. Statements. “Important announcements”. Event highlights. Profile pitches. Some of them are decent. Some look like an internal memo that got pasted straight into an email. Many clearly went to everyone in the media list, whether it is relevant or not.
Wartawan bukan pilihan terakhir: Mengangkat maruah profesion yang sering disalahfaham
Dalam masyarakat Cina, telah lama beredar sebuah gurauan yang kelihatan ringan tetapi sangat berunsur satira, iaitu: “Masa kecil tak belajar, bila dewasa jadi wartawan.” Ungkapan ini kedengaran lucu, namun terselit sindiran dan prasangka, seolah-olah mengisytiharkan bahawa kerjaya kewartawanan hanya untuk mereka yang “berprestasi akademik rendah” dan “tiada masa depan”. Stereotaip sebegini nampak tidak berbahaya, tetapi hakikatnya ia mencerminkan salah faham masyarakat terhadap industri berita, meremehkan kerja intelektual, serta mengabaikan rasional awam yang sepatutnya dipertahankan.
Neo-Jurnalisme: Anjakan Paradigma Dunia Berita dan Implikasinya
Rencana ini meneroka konsep neo-jurnalisme sebagai evolusi kewartawanan dalam era digital. Ia menganalisis bagaimana landskap media tradisional berubah akibat kemunculan platform digital, peranan algoritma serta kebangkitan pencipta kandungan bebas. Perbincangan turut meneliti cabaran utama seperti penyebaran maklumat palsu dan bagaimana media serta wartawan menyesuaikan diri melalui penggunaan teknologi, model perniagaan baharu dan kaedah penyampaian yang lebih interaktif. Matlamat utama rencana ini adalah untuk menjelaskan kepentingan perubahan tersebut serta kesannya kepada khalayak, organisasi berita konvensional dan masa depan kewartawanan secara keseluruhan
Artificial Intelligence and The Future of Journalism: Trust, Ethics and Audience Perception in Malaysia
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in journalism is growing rapidly, changing the way news is produced, distributed and consumed. AI supports a range of tasks including writing, editing, transcribing, translating, fact-checking and creating multimedia content. Tools such as ChatGPT and Bard are now widely used in newsrooms to improve efficiency and manage large volumes of information (Yuan et al., 2024; Caswell, 2022). However, the use of AI also raises concerns about ethics, accuracy, transparency and source reliability (Gutiérrez-Caneda et al., 2024; Noain Sánchez, 2022; Sonni et al., 2024). AI-generated content can contain errors, misleading information or false references. This study focuses on audience reaction of AI-generated news through online platforms. Specifically, it examines how audiences perceive and assess AI-generated news in terms of trust and credibility, as well as its impact on journalistic practice and skills and their expectations of news quality in the digital media ecosystem. A key research gap is the limited empirical study on AI in Malaysian journalism, regarding AI’s ability to handle the Malay language, sensitivity to local context and coverage across different news genres. Most studies have focused on Western contexts, leaving Southeast Asia including Malaysia, underexplored. To address this gap, the study uses focus group discussions (FGDs) involving media practitioners, academics and young audiences from Generation Z, allowing interactive dialogue and diverse viewpoints. Thematic analysis is used to identify key patterns and findings (Braun & Clarke, 2006; Krueger & Casey, 2009; Morgan, 1997). The results provide insights into how Malaysian audiences interpret and judge AI-generated news compared to content written by professional journalists. By combining audience perspectives and expert opinions in direct comparisons between AI and human-produced news, the study contributes to a deeper understanding of AI-driven journalism in Malaysia. The findings also offer guidance for media practice, policy and the ethical use of AI, supporting responsible and audience-focused journalism in a rapidly evolving digital environment.
AI Journalism, Trust, Ethics, Audience Perception, Malaysian Media
Trend dan Hubungan antara Kepuasan Media Sosial dan Penularan Berita Palsu: Suatu Kajian Rintis di Kalangan Pengguna Media Sosial
Media sosial kini muncul sebagai platform komunikasi dan penyebaran maklumat yang dominan serta menjadi ciri utama kehidupan masyarakat dalam era digital. Selain itu, media sosial turut meningkatkan kebergantungan pengguna terhadap maklumat dan secara langsung mempengaruhi tingkah laku mereka. Medium komunikasi ini sering disalahgunakan oleh segelintir pihak, khususnya bagi tujuan penyebaran maklumat tidak sahih, iaitu berita palsu. Kajian ini dijalankan untuk mengenal pasti dan menilai hubungan antara tahap penggunaan media sosial dengan penyebaran berita palsu, di samping meneliti peranan kemampuan diri sebagai pemboleh ubah perantara yang berpotensi mengurangkan penularan berita palsu dalam kalangan rakyat Malaysia.Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif melalui kaedah tinjauan dengan edaran borang soal selidik kepada 75 orang responden berusia 18 tahun ke atas yang aktif menggunakan media sosial sebagai medium komunikasi harian. Pengumpulan data dilaksanakan secara dalam talian menggunakan platform Google Form bagi memudahkan capaian dan pengumpulan maklum balas daripada peserta kajian. Kajian ini berlandaskan Teori Kegunaan dan Kepuasan serta Teori Kognitif Sosial sebagai asas konseptual. Kajian ini merupakan kajian rintis bersifat penerokaan, dan dapatan yang diperoleh menyediakan bukti awal empirikal tanpa bertujuan membuat generalisasi terhadap populasi.
Media sosial, tingkah laku, berita palsu, kemampuan diri
Comparative Pathways Toward Sustainable and Empathetic Cinematography Education in Southeast Asia: Integrating Theory, Practice, and Human Development in The Creative Media Curriculum
The rapid digitalization of television and broadcasting in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia, has heightened the need for graduates who are technically proficient and creatively adaptable. This paper examines how vocational and degree-level cinematography and television production programs, positioned along a theoretical–practical continuum, prepare students for an evolving media landscape. Vocational programs prioritize immediate industry readiness through intensive technical training, while degree programs emphasize theoretical foundations and gradually integrate practical experience to develop critical thinking and adaptability. The study identifies effective strategies for bridging the gap between academic learning and professional application by drawing on policy analyses, institutional case studies, and industry collaboration models. Central to this analysis is integrating technical competence, creative practice, and passion-building through a holistic and empathetic educational approach. The paper argues that aligning vocational and degree pathways through dual training systems, curriculum co-design, and empathetic pedagogy is vital to cultivating a sustainable, future-ready creative workforce in Malaysia and the broader Southeast Asian region.
vocational education; cinematography; television production; industry collaboration; empathetic pedagogy; sustainable creative workforce
Lesson Learnt from the Framing and Priming of the Penang South Reclamation (PSR) Project in Sin Chew Daily and Sinar Harian
This study examines how the Penang South Reclamation (PSR) project is framed and primed in Sin Chew Daily and Sinar Harian. PSR creates highly polarised public discourse where media coverage often shapes public perceptions of environmental, socio-economic and political consequences. Thus, the study aims to compare the selected and salient aspects of land reclamation issues among the newspapers. News articles sampled from 1 January 2016 to 31 October 2018. Anchored by framing and priming theories, the content analysis reveals that Sin Chew Daily predominantly frames the PSR project in terms of development progress, economic benefits and modernization, priming readers to view it as a catalyst for regional growth. In contrast, Sinar Harian frequently highlights environmental risks, fishermen’s livelihoods and community concerns, thus priming readers to prioritise socio-environmental impacts. Nevertheless, some similarities were also found, particularly in how both media saliently framed the PSR as a political agenda, which reflects an agenda-setting effect. This can be explained by their patterns of source usage and the influence of media ownership. The study contributes to framing and priming theory by demonstrating how linguistic, cultural and audience-oriented editorial practices shape divergent issue salience, offering insights into how Malaysian media construct contested environmental developments.
environmental issue, agenda setting, news salience, content analysis, Chinese newspaper, Malay newspaper
Framing Women in Malaysian Politics: An Analysis of Malaysiakini’s Coverage during the 15th General Election
Women’s political participation has increased globally, yet media representations of female politicians often remain shaped by gendered stereotypes and unequal framing. This study examines how Malaysiakini portrayed female politicians during Malaysia’s 15th General Election (GE15), focusing on whether news coverage emphasized their political contributions or reinforced traditional gender norms. Using a qualitative content analysis of Malaysiakini’s election coverage over the one-month GE15 campaign period, this study analyses dominant themes and narratives surrounding female political actors. The findings indicate that while Malaysiakini challenges tokenism by amplifying women’s agency, its coverage simultaneously reinforces gendered expectations by evaluating female candidates through moral and humanitarian frameworks that are rarely applied to their male counterparts. Due to its focus on a limited campaign period, this study provides a contextual rather than longitudinal understanding of media representation. Nevertheless, the findings contribute to scholarship on gendered media coverage in Malaysian political journalism and offer insights into how news portrayals of female politicians may shape public perceptions during electoral contests.
Malaysiakini, female politician, GE 15, news reporting, gender
Ulasan buku "Principles of journalism: Bacaan cepat kewartawanan Dr. Su"
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Persoalan Samad melalui Pak Sako: A Samad Ismail sebagai wartawan, cendekiawan awam dan negarawan
Media 5.0: Cabaran dan transformasi dalam era media baharu
AI and the future of journalism: Between China’s media revolution and Malaysia’s challenges
Automasi dalam kewartawanan: Peranan AI sebagai pPengganti atau pembantu wartawan?
Menulis kolum dari perantauan: Secebis pengalaman mengorak harapan
A chronicle of Malaysia's press and media regulations: From censorship to self-regulated media council
The evolution of Malaysia’s press and media regulations can be traced back to the establishment of the The Prince of Wales Island Gazette in 1806, which marked the birth of journalism in the region and introduced early censorship practices. Over time, Malaysia’s media landscape has undergone significant transformations—from the rise of newspapers to the advent of radio before World War II, the introduction of television in the post-war era, and, more recently, the explosion of digital media and online platforms. The trajectory of media regulation in Malaysia reflects a complex interplay between press freedom and control. Initially shaped by colonial censorship, it later endured tightened restrictions, particularly during the Malayan Emergency, before progressing toward a framework of self-regulation. A key milestone in this journey is the establishment of the Malaysian Media Council—an independent, statutory body committed to safeguarding press freedom, promoting ethical journalism, and ensuring media accountability. While the Council oversees traditional and digital news media, including print, radio, television, and online news platforms, its jurisdiction does not extend to social media networks such as Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and TikTok, which remain governed by separate regulations. Despite the shift toward self-regulation, remnants of restrictive media laws from earlier decades still exist, some of which have been repealed while others continue to warrant review. This ongoing evolution underscores the enduring role of the press in shaping Malaysia’s sociopolitical discourse while navigating the challenges of the digital age.
From self-regulation to oversight: Understanding media council models
The passage of the Media Council Act 2025 marks a historic milestone in Malaysia’s media regulatory landscape, enabling the long-anticipated establishment of the Malaysian Media Council. Designed to function as an independent body, the Council aims to uphold press freedom while balancing other societal interests such as privacy, decency, misinformation, and public order. This paper critically examines three key regulatory models; the state-led, industry-led, and co-regulatory (co-led) models, drawing on comparative insights from selected jurisdictions. Through textual analysis of legal instruments and a review of secondary data, the study evaluates the practical implications, governance structures, and operational challenges of media councils worldwide. Special attention is given to how each model preserves journalistic independence, promotes ethical standards, and ensures accountability. While Malaysia's Council leans towards a co-regulatory framework, the paper argues that its success will depend on the clarity of its mandate, inclusivity in stakeholder representation, and insulation from political interference. The paper concludes with policy recommendations to strengthen the Council’s credibility and effectiveness, with the broader goal of fostering a balanced and resilient media environment in Malaysia.
Kempen media sosial dan AI dalam pilihan raya di Malaysia: Strategi dan implikasi terhadap demokrasi media digital
Artikel ini menganalisis transformasi landskap kempen pilihan raya di Malaysia dengan tumpuan khusus terhadap penggunaan media sosial dan teknologi kecerdasan buatan (AI). Sejak Pilihan Raya Umum ke-12 (PRU12), media sosial telah muncul sebagai ruang komunikasi politik alternatif yang mencabar hegemoni media arus perdana. Penggunaan strategi seperti mikro-pembidik (micro-training), analisis data besar (big data) dan penglibatan pengundi telah merubah kaedah penyampaian maklumat politik serta merangka naratif yang mempromosikan penyertaan pelbagai segmen masyarakat. Menjelang PRU16, integrasi AI dijangka meningkatkan keberkesanan kempen melalui penyesuaian mesej secara peribadi dan mobilisasi pengundi bersasar. Walau bagaimanapun, isu kritikal berkaitan etika penggunaan data, ketelusan algoritma dan privasi pengguna berpotensi menggugat kredibiliti proses demokrasi. Artikel ini mencadangkan kempen politik digital diurus dengan beretika melalui penekanan terhadap literasi digital, perundangan data dan akauntabiliti teknologi untuk menjamin kemampanan demokrasi digital di Malaysia.
Artificial intelligence and journalism in Malaysia: Readiness and adoption
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly transforming journalism globally, with significant implications for content production, newsroom operations, and editorial processes. In Malaysia, the integration of AI into journalism remains in its early stages, influenced by technological advancement, evolving policy frameworks, and ongoing ethical debates. This study examines Malaysia’s readiness for AI adoption in the journalism sector by analysing global trends, regional developments in Southeast Asia, and the national context. Using a qualitative methodology that combines literature review and semi-structured interviews with media professionals, the research investigates levels of awareness, perceived benefits and limitations, and policy and ethical considerations. The researcher interviewed a total of twelve interviewees with multi news agencies. Findings revealed that the awareness of using AI tools is high level among the journalists, the journalists acknowledge the benefits and limitations of using AI tool in their journalism field, however, challenges persist, including limited training, ethical uncertainties, and the absence of sector-specific regulatory guidance. The study concludes by recommending a collaborative, ethically grounded framework involving policymakers, media institutions, and academic bodies to support responsible AI integration and ensure the sustainability of journalism in Malaysia’s digital transformation.
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology and its relevance to the profession and ethics journalism in Malaysia
Artificial Intelligence technology has played an increasingly important role in the journalism industry. Despite the increasing use of this technology in news provision in Malaysia, its full impact remains unclear. This study aims to understand the impact of the use of AI technology in journalism by analysing the views and experiences of local journalists. The methodology used in this study was qualitative, an in-depth interview of 12 journalistic media practitioners in Malaysia. This study found that journalists' views on ethical issues in the use of AI reflect deep concerns about the negative impact on public trust. Algorithmic bias, job reduction risk, privacy issues, political control, and commercial influence are some of the major problems facing the media industry. It is important for media organizations to implement AI in an ethical and responsible way and maintain a balance between technology and quality journalism. Despite the ethical and privacy challenges, the positive impact of AI in the media industry is significant and continues to grow. Journalists need to continue to adapt and work with technologists to ensure that the use of AI in journalism brings benefits without sacrificing ethics and public trust.
Impact of technological innovation adoption on journalism practices in Malaysia
Journalism practices in Malaysia rooted in the print media industry and has expanded along with the development of technological innovations since more than 200 years. The first newspaper was published in 1806 in Penang and it is regarded as the beginning of formal journalism practices in this country. Thus, it is important to examine the newspaper industry’s evolution from the perspective of adoption of new technology by newspaper industry practitioners with an emphasis on the mainstream newspapers, and the impact on journalism practices. This paper focuses on continuous technological innovations – during pre-computer mediated communication and computer-mediated communication eras, - including current Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption, that have changed the print media journalism practices in Malaysia. The writer was guided by Interactive Communication Technology Adoption Model, Communication and Technological and Cultural Change Model, Technological Determinism Theory and Diffusion of Innovations Theory. Findings, based on qualitative approach, show that the way journalism practices being carried out – information gathering, news reporting and news writing, editing and content development process have changed and impacted partially. The adoption of new technologies also brought changes and impact in the newsroom landscape. One significant finding is that although most of newspapers have a long history of establishment, the level of adoption, changes and impact differs from one language newspaper to another. The fundamental principles, forms and characteristics of journalistic practices of newspapers industry in this country remain the same. Findings also show that the adoption of new technologies and impact were influenced by both internal and external factors. However, the impact on journalism practices is not solely determined by technological innovations but other factors such as laws and regulations, media system, ownership, political ideology, national aspiration and editorial policy of the respective media organisations.
Evolving gatekeeping in cross-media newsrooms: The synergy between editors and multimedia journalists in ethical and efficient news distribution
This study examines the evolving collaboration between editors and multimedia journalists (MJs) in cross-media newsrooms, focusing on their synergy in ensuring ethical and efficient news distribution within four main broadcast media organisations in Malaysia. As digital convergence reshapes journalism, understanding the interplay between editorial leadership and journalistic roles is crucial for maintaining news integrity and efficiency. Using in-depth interviews with 10 editors and 15 MJs, this research employs interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) to identify key themes shaping newsroom dynamics. The findings identify two superordinate themes, namely dynamic relationships and leadership, which encompass five subordinate themes: communication, empowerment, teamwork, professionalism, and editorial guidance. Editors play a critical role in mentorship, decision-making, and quality control, while MJs contribute by adapting content for digital platforms and engaging audiences through multimedia storytelling. The study’s findings underscore the need for structured editorial workflows, continuous professional development, and enhanced communication strategies to strengthen newsroom efficiency. It provides insights for media organisations, policymakers, and journalism educators to develop training programs and management practices that support ethical journalism in the digital era. Ultimately, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of how collaborative newsroom cultures can uphold journalistic integrity while adapting to the demands of cross-media reporting.
interpretative phenomenological analysis
Lessons learned from Covid-19: Analysis of Malaysia’s health pandemic engagement through Malaysiakini Facebook posts
During public health crises, social media becomes crucial for public health communication due to its speed and accessibility. This study uses the COVID-19 pandemic, a global health crisis, as a case study to investigate Facebook news engagement in Malaysia. By conducting quantitative content analysis, this study examines the effect of local news organization, Malaysiakini’s Facebook posts on social media news engagement. Data were collected from June and August 2021 and yield a total of 1959 COVID-19 related posts, coded and processed into SPSS 26 for analysis. Bivariate correlation analysis was run to check the proposed research question and hypotheses on the relationships between post characteristics (content type, post time, post word, image, video, hashtag, hyperlinks,) and social media engagement (number of reactions, comments and shares). According to the findings, combating rumors is the most popular news topic among users. Correlational studies, on the other hand, demonstrate that content type has no significant relationship with likes and shares behavior, but only a minor relationship with comments. Furthermore, this study discovered that engagement techniques (post time, post word) may have a negative or no impact on social media engagement. In terms of media richness, image posting correlates positively with all social media engagement indicators, whereas video posting has the opposite effect, negatively impacting engagement intention. These findings have contributed to fresh perspectives on Media Rich Theory and it has the theoretical and practical consequences for governments, health organizations, the news practitioner, and researchers in terms of epidemic communication and public engagement.
Rethinking environmental communication beyond the Western paradigm: Perspectives from Malaysia and Indonesia
This paper discusses the need to rethink environmental communication beyond Western frameworks, with a specific focus on Malaysia and Indonesia as case studies. It examines how traditional Western models of environmental communication may not fully address the unique cultural, political, and social contexts of these Southeast Asian countries. By exploring how environmental communication practices in Malaysia and Indonesia differ from Western approaches, the paper highlights the importance of adapting strategies to local realities. Robert Cox's work on environmental communication and the public sphere was analyzed to emphasize the need for frameworks that accommodate diverse voices and perspectives. This paper argues that adapting Cox’s framework to account for resource disparities between the Global South and developed regions, while balancing immediate economic needs with long-term environmental goals, is essential for supporting more effective and inclusive environmental discourse. Conflicts between the economy and the environment are particularly pronounced in developing countries, where the environment often loses out. Therefore, communicating environmental issues in Global South countries requires a cost-benefit analysis to gain the trust of the community. Based on the argument, this study underscores the necessity of developing more inclusive and context-sensitive communication frameworks to effectively address environmental issues in diverse settings.
Penerbitan akhbar zaman pendudukan Jepun di Tanah Melayu dan Indonesia: Malai Sinpo dan Asia Raya, 1942-1945
Akhbar merupakan salah satu medium komunikasi yang penting dalam menyampaikan isu dan berita semasa dalam sesebuah negara dan masyarakat. Sewaktu zaman pendudukan Jepun di Tanah Melayu dan Indonesia, akhbar turut menjadi sebuah alat propaganda Jepun dalam usaha mencapai misi ketenteraan Jepun menakluk Asia. Kajian ini membincangkan tentang latar belakang penerbitan dan perbandingan isi kandungan dua akhbar perang terpilih yang diterbitkan semasa tempoh perang dunia kedua berlaku di Tanah Melayu (Akhbar Malai Sinpo) dan Indonesia (Akhbar Asia Raya) pada tahun 1942 hingga 1945. Fokus penelitian terhadap pecahan tema isu politik, ekonomi dan sosial dalam kedua-dua akhbar dilakukan secara umum untuk melihat peristiwa sejarah yang berlaku pada tempoh ini berdasarkan sudut pandang penulisan akhbar. Isi kandungan akhbar Asia Raya mempunyai empat bahagian utama iaitu bahagian politik dan umum, bahagian sosial dan pemuda, bahagian kebudayaan dan bahagian ekonomi dalam dan luar negara manakala akhbar Malai Sinpo merangkumi tema ekonomi, politik luar dan dalam negara dan sosial. Jabatan Propaganda (Sendenbu) yang dibentuk oleh pemerintah ketenteraan Jepun di kedua-dua negara ini turut mengawal ketat setiap isi kandungan berita dan harus mendapat keizinan pemerintah sebelum diterbitkan. Metodologi penulisan kajian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan kaedah kajian perpustakaan dalam mengenal pasti sumber pertama dan kedua. Kajian perpustakaan dilakukan secara intensif dalam mendapatkan koleksi lengkap akhbar ini yang berbentuk mikrofilem dan digital. Hasil kajian ini dapat menambah maklumat sedia ada berkenaan historiografi pemerintahan Jepun di Tanah Melayu dan Indonesia. Newspapers are one of the important communication media in conveying current issues and news within a country and society. During the Japanese occupation of Malaya and Indonesia, newspapers also became a tool of Japanese propaganda to achieve their military mission of conquering Asia. This study discusses the background of the publication and comparison of contents based on two selected wartime newspapers published during the Second World War in Malaya (Malai Sinpo Newspaper) and Indonesia (Asia Raya Newspaper) from 1942 to 1945. The focus of the study on contents in political, economic, and social issue themes in both newspapers was analysed generally to see the historical events that occurred during this period based on the perspective of newspaper writing. The content of the Asia Raya newspaper has four main sections: the political and general section, the social and youth section, the cultural section, and the domestic and international economic section, while the Malai Shinpo newspaper covers themes of the economy, domestic and foreign politics, and social issues. The Propaganda Department (Sendenbu) established by the Japanese military government in both countries also strictly controlled every news content and required government approval before any publication. Research methodology uses a qualitative approach with a library research method to identify primary and secondary sources. The library research was conducted intensively to obtain a complete collection of these newspapers in microfilm and digital formats. The results of this study can provide more information regarding the historiography of Japanese rule in Malaya and Indonesia.