The government is proposing to introduce a licensing regime for e-commerce platforms operating in Malaysia, including those based overseas that offer services to local consumers. The proposal is part of the upcoming E-Commerce Bill, which aims to strengthen oversight of online marketplaces, protect consumers, and ensure fairer competition for local businesses.
The move follows the government’s announcement during the tabling of Budget 2027 last week, which it plans to introduce the bill at the next parliamentary sitting. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim previously said the legislation would strengthen accountability among online platforms and sellers, particularly amid complaints from local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) about unfair competition from foreign e-commerce companies.
