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Thailand has formally restricted exemptions for alcohol consumption at normally prohibited venues to wedding receptions and diplomatic functions, according to a Prime Minister's Office notification published in the Royal Gazette.
President Trump is pushing Republican senators to prioritize passage of the SAVE America Act, which would require voter identification documents, before the August congressional break.
Malaysia's parliament has approved the National Trust Fund (KWAN) Bill 2026 and Statistics Bill 2026, marking significant updates to governance structures. The legislation aims to safeguard intergenerational savings and establish modern data collection standards aligned with international best practices.
Malaysia's Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development is reviewing the Child Act 2001 following 159 recommendations from the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child, aiming to strengthen protections and align with global standards.
Malaysia's Dewan Negara has approved the Cyber Security Bill 2026, a comprehensive replacement for outdated 1997 legislation. The new law features enhanced penalties and international cooperation mechanisms to combat evolving digital crimes.
Malaysia's Transport Ministry is pushing for amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987 to establish a court-ordered compensation mechanism for road accident victims and their families, whilst strengthening penalties against illegal street racing.
Parliament passed a single bill in its opening week, targeting illegal street racing with new enforcement powers. Several other measures including prison reform legislation faced delays, while ministers briefed lawmakers on labour market resilience and border security investments.
Malaysia is drafting comprehensive legislation to regulate e-commerce platforms, address accountability gaps, and level the playing field for local micro, small and medium enterprises competing with foreign cross-border sellers.
Malaysia's parliament has endorsed the Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2026, granting authorities enhanced powers to regulate and enforce road safety standards. The legislation modernises a four-decade-old framework.
Malaysia is expanding its Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 to prosecute offenders who commit crimes abroad, targeting Malaysian citizens, residents, and crimes against Malaysian children globally.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has reminded parliamentarians of their duty to attend legislative sessions, cautioning against unauthorised absences and emphasising accountability to constituents.
Malaysia has introduced the Cybercrimes Bill 2026 in parliament, aiming to overhaul its cybercrime legal framework by repealing the 1997 law and enhancing protections against digital offences.
Malaysia's Cybercrime Bill 2026 has entered parliament with ambitious plans to combat rising digital crimes through stricter penalties, targeting identity theft, AI-generated deepfakes, fraud and intimate image abuse.
Malaysia's Prisons (Amendment) Bill 2026 seeks to equip the prison system with electronic monitoring technology and establish volunteer-led rehabilitation programmes, marking a significant shift in corrections policy.
Malaysia's Road Transport Amendment Bill introduces a dedicated offence for illegal street racing and speed trials. First-time offenders face fines up to RM10,000 or two years jail, while repeat offenders risk RM20,000 fines and five years imprisonment.
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Speaker Johari announced that His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has granted royal assent to eight bills previously passed by the Dewan Rakyat, marking significant legislative progress.
Malaysia's parliament has introduced the Road Transport Amendment Bill 2026, proposing substantially higher fines and longer imprisonment terms for traffic offences including street racing, speeding, and driving with suspended licences.
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Malaysia's Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu announced that the National Food Security Act will be tabled in Parliament next year, with drafting currently underway under Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof's leadership.