New e-commerce Bill expected to be finalised this year
BATU KAWAN: The government aims to finalise the drafting of a new e-commerce Bill this year, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali.
Batu Kawan: The Malaysian government plans to finalize a new e-commerce Bill this year, announced Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Datuk Armizan Mohd Ali. The ministry has already approved the repeal of the Electronic Commerce Act 2006 and the formation of two committees to expedite the drafting process. These committees aim to coordinate between the ministry, Communications Ministry, and Digital Ministry.
The Bill will undergo a regulatory impact assessment by collaborating with the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) before submission. The proposed regulations include licensing for e-commerce platforms, especially concerning overseas goods, consumer safety, and the sustainability of MSMEs. Armizan emphasized the need for a balanced approach between regulation and e-commerce growth, as the current Act lacks comprehensive legal coverage for e-commerce aspects.
The government aims to strengthen platform regulation, accountability, and consumer protection while avoiding any hindrance to e-commerce's expansion.
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