Malaysia’s New Regulatory Framework for Social Media and Internet Messaging Platforms

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.

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Malaysia My Second Home

Malaysia My Second Home (‘MM2H’) is a distinguished initiative endorsed by the Ministry of Tourism Malaysia, aimed at promoting Malaysia as an appealing destination for potential residents from around the globe. This program offers non-Malaysian expatriates and retirees the opportunity to reside in Malaysia, providing them with a social visit pass and a multiple-entry visa issued by the Malaysian Immigration Department.

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Understanding the PDPA and its Amendments

The Personal Data Protection Act 2010 is Malaysia’s primary legislation governing the processing of personal data in commercial transactions. Its main purposes are: to protect the personal data of individuals in commercial transactions; to regulate the processing of personal data; and to prevent misuse of personal information.

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ESG: An Update

In light of the rapidly growing trend of ESG and its growing influence on global business practices which led to the existence of a vacuum of information on ESG, this article serves as an update to our previous discussions on the topic. Rather than revisiting the fundamentals of ESG, we will focus on an update of recent developments, with particular attention to changes within Malaysia’s commercial and legal framework, alongside significant global trends.

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Asian Collaboration, Global Alliance

In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of China-Malaysia diplomatic relations, RWC is establishing an alliance with Grandall Law Firm – People’s Republic of China. RWC will join Grandall’s offices all over China, and also the…

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