Raiding watch store over LGBT symbol will isolate Malaysia, say groups


Alfian Z.M. Tahir

LGBT advocates say the government’s move to seize the Swatch ‘Pride Collection’ timepieces shows Malaysia’s intolerance towards diversity and this can drive away foreign investors. – Swatch Malaysia pic, May 23, 2023.

THE raids by the Home Ministry at Swiss watchmaker Swatch outlets following the release of its “Pride Collection” timepieces bearing the rainbow flag, which associated with the lesbian, gay and transgender bisexual (LGBT) movement, will isolate Malaysia from the eyes of the world, local LGBT advocates said.

They also described the government’s action as showing intolerance towards sexual diversity and exposing LGBT individuals to more discrimination and harm.


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  • In order to be consistent, maybe the govt can consider closing down all businesses in Malaysia that has ever supported LGBT such as Mercedes and Apple.

    Posted 10 months ago by L -