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Malaysia is writing new e-commerce rules. But are we regulating too late? — Chong Say Lee
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Fusion42 · 25 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Malaysia is drafting new e-commerce legislation to address challenges posed by cross-border purchases, where products may not meet local safety and certification standards despite being readily available online. The government seeks to update rules ensuring product compliance and platform responsibility amid rapid digital buying that bypasses traditional import and distribution channels.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of E-commerce, and 2 sources have reported it between 22 Sep 2026 and 25 Sep 2026.
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Your Malaysian e-commerce business now faces a tighter rulebook around product approval and platform responsibility as regulators catch up to cross-border trade. Rapidly validate your product compliance path or risk losing customers to cheaper but uncertified imports.
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2 sources · first reported 22 Sep 2026 · latest 25 Sep 2026
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