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Malaysia's Dewan Negara has concluded its Second Meeting of the Fifth Session, passing the National Trust Fund Bill 2026 and Statistics Bill 2026 during a 10-day sitting that emphasised governance reforms and economic resilience.
Malaysia's government is consulting stakeholders on proposed amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995, following recommendations from a Royal Commission of Inquiry into the pilgrimage fund's management and operations.
Malaysia's parliament has approved the Social Work Profession Bill 2026, creating a regulatory framework to professionalize social work services. The new law establishes the Malaysian Social Work Profession Council to register practitioners, set standards, and ensure ethical service delivery.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stressed the need for Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) policies to remain stable across different governments, announcing plans to amend the MARA Act 1966 by year-end.
Malaysia faces a surge in online fraud crimes with 8,014 charges recorded as of May, prompting Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi to advocate for stronger legislative protections through the proposed Cyber Crime Bill 2026.
Malaysia's upper house has endorsed legislation broadening the country's power to prosecute child sexual crimes committed overseas, responding to a dramatic surge in cases involving foreign perpetrators over the past five years.
Malaysia's Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development is reviewing the Child Act 2001 based on 159 recommendations from the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child, aiming to strengthen legal protections and implementation of children's rights.
Malaysia's upper house has approved the Cyber Security Bill 2026, replacing the 1997 Computer Crimes Act with modernised legislation addressing AI abuse, fraud and election interference whilst strengthening international cooperation.
Malaysia's National Union of Teaching Profession endorses a Teachers' Protection Act, citing growing reluctance among educators to enforce discipline amid rising lawsuits and social media backlash.
The Dewan Rakyat concluded its second meeting after 16 days of proceedings, during which lawmakers passed 13 bills spanning transport, cybercrime, child protection, and financial regulation.
Malaysia's parliament has approved the Statistics Bill 2026, replacing outdated 1965 legislation with a comprehensive framework for modern data collection and governance across social, economic, and environmental sectors.
Malaysia's Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has tabled the Communications and Multimedia (Amendment) Bill 2026 to integrate national security into the country's universal service provision framework, empowering the Minister to direct the MCMC on security-related initiatives.
Malaysia's Women, Family and Community Development Minister has tabled the Social Work Profession Bill 2026 in Parliament, introducing a comprehensive regulatory framework for social workers and establishing a new professional council.
Malaysia's parliament has endorsed the Control of Padi and Rice (Amendment) Bill 2026, introducing significantly stiffer penalties for industry violations and marking the first major update to rice sector regulations in over three decades.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is fast-tracking contentious bills through parliament before its dissolution, sparking intense opposition resistance as elections loom in four months.
Malaysia's parliament has introduced sweeping amendments to rice legislation, increasing penalties sixteenfold and granting ministers expanded authority over price controls for padi and rice products.
Malaysia's Parliamentary Special Select Committee on Health has recommended sweeping reforms to the national organ donation and transplant system, including new legislation to replace a 1974 law and strengthen coordination mechanisms.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stressed the urgent necessity of the Cybercrimes Bill 2026, emphasising that Malaysia's existing legal framework contains significant gaps that leave the nation vulnerable to rapidly evolving digital threats.
Japan's Cabinet has approved a bill revising the Imperial House Law to ensure a sustainable imperial succession system. The legislation permits adoption of eligible males from former branch families but maintains the male-line requirement, sidestepping broader debate over female emperors.
Malaysia's Cybercrimes Bill 2026, tabled in Parliament on June 22, aims to modernise cybercrime legislation beyond compliance with international conventions, incorporating feedback from over 40 stakeholder consultations since September 2023.
The Malaysia Cyber Consumer Association has voiced strong support for the Cyber Crime Bill 2026, arguing swift enforcement powers are essential to counter escalating cyber threats, while proposing balanced oversight mechanisms.
Parliament has approved amendments to strengthen protections for children by extending Malaysia's legal reach to prosecute sexual offences against minors committed overseas, preventing offenders from escaping justice abroad.
Parliament has backed proposed amendments to strengthen Malaysia's response to child sexual abuse, with MPs recommending international cooperation, specialist units, and victim support measures.
Malaysia and Indonesia have committed to expanding collaboration across legislative, governance, and strategic domains, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighting mutual interests during talks with Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Legal, Human Rights, Immigration and Correction.
Malaysia's parliament passed just one bill during its opening week, the Road Transport (Amendment) Bill 2026, which targets illegal racing by allowing earlier enforcement action. Four other bills were tabled for first reading.