The primary purpose of the Electronic Commerce Act 2006 is to provide legal recognition for electronic communications in the formation of contracts. In simple terms, it means that contracts made through emails, websites, or apps are recognised by law and are legally binding just like paper documents. The goal is to make it easier and safer to do business online by giving legal validity to electronic communications and transactions. More importantly, these electronic records can be used as valid proof to take legal action and resolve disputes.
The Forum on the Future of Work 2025 (‘the Forum’) was hosted by Richard Wee Chambers in collaboration with E2 Workforce Consulting Sdn Bhd. The Forum was held at Asian International Arbitration Centre (‘AIAC’), on 11 June 2025, from 9am to 12pm.
Richard Wee Chambers (‘RWC’) and E2 Workforce Consulting Sdn Bhd (‘E2 Workforce Consulting’) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the beginning of a strategic partnership. This collaboration brings together Richard Wee Chambers’ expertise in legal matters with E2 Workforce Consulting strengths in workforce development, enabling both parties to offer comprehensive solutions that address the evolving needs of businesses and employees.
Malaysia’s recent announcement to introduce a new regulatory framework for social media and internet messaging platforms with over eight million users has sparked significant debate. While the government argues that the move will enhance online safety, especially for children and families, critics fear that it may suppress freedom of expression. This commentary explores the framework’s legal implications, contrasting it with comparable laws in other nations and going over possible effects on users, platforms, and wider civil freedoms.
Written by Richard Wee and Ding Huoy Huoy In March 2022, the Digital Markets Act (“the DMA”) was approved by the European Parliament to limit the power of the large tech companies in the digital…
The Companies (Amendment) Act 2024 (“Amendment Act”) came into force on 1 April 2024, with four provisions namely on changes to the content of a company’s annual returns, changes to the kinds of companies exempted from Division 8 Subdivision I , and a new option to publish or advertise information on the CCM website to come into force at a later date. It lays out a framework for the identification of a company’s beneficial owners, and revises existing provisions on scheme meetings and corporate rescue mechanisms.
By Richard Wee and Chu Kei Yuen Overview The Cyber Security Bill 2024 (“the Bill”) was passed by the Dewan Negara on 3 April 2024. The Bill aims to improve Malaysia’s cyber security by requiring…
Occupational safety and health are fundamental rights in any modern society. Every individual has the right to work in an environment free from hazards that could jeopardise their well-being. Hence, the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 in Malaysia plays a pivotal role in ensuring workplace safety and health, profoundly impacting both employers and employees alike.
Written by Richard Wee, Fatin Ismail and Tai Sher Lynn On the 9th of December 2023, the Parliament and Council of the European Union (‘the EU’) reached a provisional agreement on the Artificial Intelligence Act…
In this article, we write about the various types of injunction and what kind of ‘stop order’ each entails. In general, an interlocutory injunction is usually sought for and granted when there is an urgency to the matter. This can be obtained ex parte which means ‘by one party’.
In recent months, the Ministry of Investment Trade and Industry (“MITI”) introduced the National Industry Environmental, Social & Governance Framework (i-ESG). This is an active step taken by the government in embracing ESG. Between the years of 2024 to 2026, the ‘Just Transition’ phase aims to support industries to embark on the ESG journey by providing guidelines, capacity building and outreach programmes, mentoring and financing.
