KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — The enactment of the Cross-Border Insolvency Bill 2025 is expected to support Malaysia’s long-term goal of attracting foreign direct investments (FDI), as well as strengthening the nation’s economic stability.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 — The government will establish a task force under the Criminal Law Reform Committee to conduct a comprehensive review of the country’s death penalty policy and direction.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 — The government will soon establish a dedicated oversight committee to monitor whistleblower protections and disclosures under proposed amendments to the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (Act 711). Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 — The Paris Court of Appeal has reserved its decision to December 9 on Malaysia’s application to annul the US$14.9 billion (RM63.26 billion) final award in the arbitration case filed by individuals claiming to be heirs of the long-defunct Sultanate of Sulu.

SEREMBAN, July 14 — The Parliamentary Services Act (PSA) 2025 has received royal assent from His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, paving the way for Parliament to operate as an independent entity, said Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul.

SHAH ALAM, June 23 — The government is aiming to discharge 200,000 individuals by year end, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said, with about 186,000 people having been released from bankruptcy already.

BANGI, June 16 — Malaysia is set to enforce the Online Safety Act 2024 soon, following its full passage through Parliament and a Royal Assent.

KOTA TINGGI, June 14 — New laws like the Corporate Manslaughter Act adopted in the United Kingdom (UK) and proposed for introduction in Malaysia would establish broader and proportionate liability to companies, not just individuals, accountable in cases of accidents or management negligence.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 10 — The government should consider introducing a new law to hold companies liable for serious safety failures that result in loss of life, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 — The international community, especially the global legal fraternity, has recognised the Federal government's efforts and initiatives in implementing legal and institutional reforms under the leadership of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 — Any reform to the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC) Act 2009 would require a comprehensive review, including amendments to the Federal Constitution.

PUTRAJAYA, May 20 — Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has suggested that the government consider raising the mandatory retirement age from the current 60 to 65, noting that many senior citizens today remain healthy, active, and capable of contributing to the workforce.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 10 — Malaysia and Indonesia have strengthened legal cooperation via an official meeting between Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said and Indonesian Law Minister Supratman Andi Agtas in Jakarta on Thursday (May 8).

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 — Malaysia has called on the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to provide a clear and authoritative statement on Israel’s obligations as an occupying power and United Nations (UN) member state in relation to the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT).

PUTRAJAYA, March 21 — The approval of the Parliamentary Services Bill 2025 is a significant milestone in Malaysia’s parliamentary history in restoring the institution’s independence after more than three decades, said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 — Malaysia’s Asean chairmanship offers a unique opportunity for the country to shape regional policies that prioritise accountability and access to justice in all fields, said Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 — Several ministers and deputy ministers took to social media to extend their greetings in celebration of International Women's Day 2025, observed worldwide today.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 5 — After 33 years, Malaysian parliamentary services will regain their autonomy after the Parliamentary Services Bill 2025 was approved in the Dewan Rakyat today.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 — The introduction of the Parliamentary Services Bill 2025 is necessary to ensure that Parliament functions independently from the executive branch and can carry out its duties like other similar institutions in developed countries.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 — The Dewan Rakyat has passed the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2025, aimed at making an institutional reform and improvement to the country's main democratic institution.