Maritime disputes can become complex when foreign elements are involved, particularly when multiple countries with distinct legal systems are at play.

Maritime commerce is a cornerstone of the global economy, driving international trade and connecting nations. Parties involved will have different...

Malaysia has long been recognized as a strategic hub for semiconductor manufacturing, with a well-developed ecosystem, strong government support, and an investor-friendly business climate.

Since the year 1974, Malaysia has yielded approximately 9 billion barrels of oil and 50 trillion cubic feet of gas from its recoverable reserves.

In Malaysia, collection, processing, storage, transfer and retention of individuals' personal data are governed under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010.

Circular economy (‘CE') is one of the solutions to climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution.

The Earth's climate stands at a precipice. Unchecked by human action, rising temperatures threaten to unleash a cascade of devastating consequences, impacting every facet of our world

Stamp duty has long been the quiet backdrop of Malaysia's tax system, often overlooked unless when property transactions occurred, or disputes arose in court. However, the Finance Act 2024 ("Finance Act").

Disputes can occur in our daily lives and could arise in different contexts, such as business, employment, family, and civil matters.

The legal industry has been synonymous with social advocates of political and human rights, but another fundamental aspect of this industry has also been...

Malaysia has developed and prospered greatly as a result of its advantageous coastline location, the Strait of Malacca. Malaysia is a premier maritime nation...

Sarawak or better known as the ‘The Land of the Hornbills' is one of the jewels of Southeast Asia, known for its beautiful cities, multicultural ethnic population and its vast rainforests which makes it a popular tourist destination in Malaysia.

The recognition and/or protection of performer's rights in Malaysia is a relatively recent development in the broader context of copyright law.

Dangerous or hazardous goods require safe handling.

As mentioned in our newsletter issue #80 previously, the new framework of beneficial ownership was established on 1 April 2024 as the new Companies (Amendment) Act 2024 took effect...

As Malaysia accelerates its transition towards sustainability and net zero emissions, businesses face increasing legal obligations.

The application of artificial intelligence ("AI") technology in the healthcare industry has undoubtedly revolutionised clinical practice.

The Employment (Amendment) Bill 2021 which proposed wide-ranging amendments was tabled for its first reading on 25th of October 2021.

The mining sector in Malaysia has its roots in the early 19th century, particularly during the golden age of tin mining. By 1904, what was then Malaya (now Malaysia) was producing 50,000 tons of tin annually.

Maqasid al-Shariah and the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals ("SDGs"), though distinct in origin and scope, share considerable alignment, particularly in the context of takaful...