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Companies (Amendment) Act 2024

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.

The Cyber Security Bill 2024

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…

Electrifying the Road Ahead: A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Guidelines in Malaysia

In recent years, the landscape of transportation in Malaysia has undergone a significant transformation with the introduction of electric vehicles (EVs). While countries around the world have embraced EV technology for some time, Malaysia has only recently welcomed these eco-friendly alternatives to traditional combustion engine vehicles.

Occupational Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022 : Key Changes to the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994

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.

Restraint of Trade v Restrict of Trade

Written by Richard Wee, Fatin Ismail and Tai Sher Lynn Can my employer stop me from entering into a contract with a competitor company due to a contractual clause? More often than not in contracts…

Parliament and Council of the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act

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…

Types of Injunctions

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’.

The World Anti Doping Agency’s Prohibited List 2024

Written by Richard Wee and Fatin Ismail WADA reports that the 2024 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (‘the List’) and the 2024 Monitoring Program have come into force on 1 January 2024. The List,…

National Industry Environmental, Social & Governance Framework (i-ESG)

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.

Rights of Gig Workers in Malaysia

In Malaysia, the population of gig workers almost doubles the global average at 26% of the labour force. Their work can often be directed as non-traditional, short-term and self-employed. Gig worker’s unique work arrangement often gives them the leverage of flexibility and choice of work.

Companies (Amendment) Act 2024

The Cyber Security Bill 2024

Electrifying the Road Ahead: A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Guidelines in Malaysia

Occupational Safety and Health (Amendment) Act 2022 : Key Changes to the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994

Restraint of Trade v Restrict of Trade

Parliament and Council of the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act

Types of Injunctions

The World Anti Doping Agency’s Prohibited List 2024

National Industry Environmental, Social & Governance Framework (i-ESG)

Rights of Gig Workers in Malaysia

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