Informing authorities is key in tackling sexual harassment in ent industry

The issue of sexual harassment in the country's entertainment industry should focus on further action to be taken, says minister. Photo: AFP

He said sexual harassment was not a trivial matter as it could also cause the victim to be traumatised and suffer from mental health disorders. "What's important is that those who are sexually harassed must report to the authorities so that further action can be taken,” he told reporters after attending the 7th International Visual Informatics Conference .

"I ask that police carry out proactive investigation and take the necessary action. No need for polemics because we have laws,” he added when commenting on a news report that his views on sexual harassment had been misconstrued.

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