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New e-commerce law will assure accountability, says minister

Published

22 August 2026

Topic

regulatory

◆ Sectors

E-commerce

◆ Geography

Malaysia

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Fusion42 · 22 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Malaysia is drafting a new e-commerce law to replace the existing Electronic Commerce Act, aiming to enhance regulation and clearly define accountability for platforms, sellers, and users. The bill is expected to be presented in the upcoming parliamentary session.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of E-commerce, and 2 sources have reported it.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

New laws will hold online platforms and sellers legally accountable in Malaysia. You need to adjust compliance and platform policies soon to stay compliant and avoid penalties.

◆ Coverage

2 sources · 22 Aug 2026

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