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Mandatory Appointment of Data Protection Officer (“DPO”) – Effective 1 June 2025
Sep 18, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
This article is intended for companies or businesses required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (“DPO”) in accordance with the…... -
Legal Updates on E-Commerce in Malaysia
Sep 11, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
This article is relevant to businesses that conduct trade or advertise through electronic trade platforms. It provides an overview of…... -
Case Law Spotlight - Overlooked Approvals in Share Disposals: A Costly Mistake in Regulated Sectors
Jul 15, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
A recent Federal Court decision in Detik Ria Sdn Bhd v Prudential Corporation Holdings Limited & Anor [2025] MLJU 575 has…... -
Understanding the Rights and Responsibilities of Franchisees in Malaysia Under the Amended Franchise Act
Jul 11, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
This article is relevant to franchisees operating in Malaysia, as well as businesses exploring franchise opportunities. It provides an overview…... -
Audit Exemptions for Malaysian Private Companies
May 28, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
This update is most relevant to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Malaysia. It provides an overview of the…... -
Legal Update: Key Changes in the Labuan Foundation (Amendment) Bill 2024
May 19, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
This article is most relevant to Labuan foundations, founders, beneficiaries, officers, and secretaries of any Labuan foundations involved in the…... -
Merges & Acquisitions In Malaysia – Purchases of Business Assets May Attract Up To 4% Ad Valorem Stamp Duty
Apr 09, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
The Federal Court of Malaysia in Havi Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd v. Pemungut Duti Setem [2025] 3 MLRA recently delivered…... -
‘Stuck In A Meeting’? The Sticky Issue Of Quorum At Company Meetings
Jan 27, 2025 | Corporate and Commercial
“Quorum” is the minimum number of members (or their representatives) required for company meetings such as board meetings or shareholder…... -
Removal Of Directors In A Private Company And Pitfalls To Avoid
Nov 25, 2024 | Corporate and Commercial
What does the Companies Act 2016 provide regarding the removal of a director? For companies in Malaysia, the removal of…... -
Key Amendments - Trade Unions (Amendment) Bill 2023
May 21, 2024 | Corporate and Commercial
The Trade Unions (Amendment) Bill 2022 (“2022 Bill”) was first passed at the Dewan Rakyat on 5 October 2022. However,…... -
A Guide To Joint Ventures In Malaysia – Unlocking The Strategic Power Of Business Partnerships
May 13, 2024 | Corporate and Commercial
In the dynamic landscape of business partnerships and collaborations, joint ventures are a powerful catalyst for innovation, synergistic growth and…... -
The Cornerstone of a M&A Journey: Going Beyond the Basic Terms of a Term Sheet
Mar 13, 2024 | Corporate and Commercial
The initial stages of a Merger and Acquisition (“M&A”) often involve parties trying to establish a meeting of minds on…... -
How ESG Trends and Laws Will Impact Early-Stage Fundraising for Malaysian Start-ups and SMEs
Dec 22, 2023 | Corporate and Commercial
In Malaysia’s dynamic business landscape, Start-ups and Small-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) continue to be pivotal contributors to the nation’s economic growth.…... -
Proposed Amendments to Malaysia's Companies Act 2016 – Enhancing Transparency on Beneficial Ownership
Dec 15, 2023 | Corporate and Commercial
Introduction In an effort to improve Malaysia’s corporate legal framework, a series of amendments to the Companies Act 2016 have…... -
Why You Should Never Skip Legal Due Diligence In An M&A Transaction (Malaysia)
Nov 11, 2023 | Corporate and Commercial
What flashes through your mind when you hear the phrase “due diligence”? And what does “due diligence” really mean in…...
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