MalaysiaMalaysiaLawAct A1743
Communications and Multimedia (Amendment) Act 2025
Amends the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, updating the regulatory framework for communications and online services alongside the Online Safety Act 2025.
Published in the GazetteFeb 7, 2025 1 year ago
- Body
- Parliament of Malaysia
Timeline
Feb 7, 2025 1 year ago
Jan 27, 2025 1 year ago
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Change log
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