Penang launched their first Speakers’ Square located at Esplanade, Penang, which the state government billed as an important milestone for democracy and freedom of speech in Penang and Malaysia.
The square is open on Wednesdays and Sundays from 6pm to 10pm. Up to four speakers will be allowed at a time.
Nowadays, it a common platform for citizens, political parties and NGOs to voice their thoughts and grievances at Speakers’ Square, Esplanade, Penang.