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Fast-food giant McDonald’s Malaysia has initiated legal proceedings against the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) Malaysia movement, filing a defamation lawsuit for alleged “false and defamatory statements.” The suit seeks damages of 6 million ringgit ($1.31 million).
Gerbang Alaf Restaurants Sdn Bhd (GAR), the licensee of McDonald’s in Malaysia, claims that BDS Malaysia made damaging social media postings linking the fast-food franchise, along with other companies, to Israel’s “genocidal war against Palestinians in Gaza.”
McDonald’s Malaysia contends that these statements incited the public to boycott its outlets, resulting in financial losses, job cuts, and operational disruptions.
As a majority-Muslim country staunchly supporting the Palestinian cause, Malaysia has witnessed boycott campaigns targeting Western fast-food brands due to their perceived association with Israel’s military actions in Gaza.
McDonald’s Malaysia’s legal action reflects the complexities of navigating political sensitivities in a diverse global landscape.
In response to the lawsuit, McDonald’s Malaysia confirmed its legal action against BDS Malaysia, emphasizing the need to protect its “rights and interests.”
The fast-food company aims to address the alleged defamatory statements through legal recourse.
BDS Malaysia has categorically denied defaming McDonald’s and indicated its willingness to address the matter in court.
The movement, which seeks to end international support for Israel’s actions, including alleged oppression of Palestinians, prepares for the legal process to unfold.
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