42 articles found in Malaysia

Non-competes are void: Under Malaysian law, non-compete clauses in B2B agreements are generally void as restraints of trade. NDAs protect data: NDAs are strictly enforced in Malaysia and are the...

Key Takeaways Multinational companies outsourcing IT services to Malaysia can avoid costly litigation by executing localized vendor agreements. You must secure intellectual property rights, mandate clear service levels, and prepare...

Most expatriates in Malaysia fall outside the statutory severance protections of the Employment Act 1955 because of salary thresholds. This makes contract terms and Mutual Separation Agreements (MSAs) highly relevant....

Wrongful Dismissal Claims for Expatriate Employees in Malaysia File an unfair dismissal claim within a strict 60-day window from your termination date under Section 20 of the Industrial Relations Act...

Malaysia operates a dual legal system. Non-Muslim family matters go to Civil Courts, while Muslim family matters are handled by Syariah Courts. The Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act 1976...

100% Foreign Ownership: Multinational tech companies can fully own their Malaysian subsidiaries and avoid the need for local joint-venture partners. Malaysia Digital (MD) Status: Acquiring MD status provides tech firms...

Foreign investors can retain 100% equity in Malaysian joint ventures by securing Malaysia Digital (MD) status. This bypasses traditional local ownership quotas. Separate pre-existing background IP from newly created foreground...

Expanding a Tech Business to Malaysia: Corporate Law FAQ 100% foreign ownership is permitted for most technology companies in Malaysia, especially those securing Malaysia Digital (MD) status. Incorporating a Sendirian...

Key Takeaways Corporate restructuring for foreign entities in Malaysia requires following local statutes, particularly the Companies Act 2016. Early intervention and understanding the regulatory framework help preserve asset value and...

Malaysia Joint Venture Legal Checklist for Foreign Investors Key Takeaways Structuring a successful joint venture in Malaysia requires precise legal documentation to navigate local regulations and protect your investment. A...

Visas Dictate Validity: Employment contracts must be legally contingent on the successful issuance of an Employment Pass (EP) by the Expatriate Services Division. No "At-Will" Employment: Terminating an expatriate requires...

Universal Employment Act Coverage: Recent amendments mean the Malaysian Employment Act 1955 now covers almost all employees regardless of salary, fundamentally changing overtime, leave, and working hour policies for tech...

Wasiat vs. Standard Wills in Malaysia: Probate Costs and Estate Planning Mistakes for Expats Malaysia uses a dual legal system for inheritance, applying Syariah law (Wasiat) for Muslims and civil...

Malaysian law imposes identical fiduciary duties and personal liabilities on both local and foreign directors under the Companies Act 2016. Every Malaysian private company must maintain at least one resident...

Malaysia Foreign Manufacturing: Principal Hub vs Standard Subsidiary Standard manufacturing subsidiaries are ideal for straightforward localized production, while Principal Hubs suit multinationals managing regional operations and supply chains. A Principal...

Labuan Offshore Company Setup: 2026 Compliance in Malaysia Key Takeaways The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (IBFC) offers foreign investors a tax-efficient, well-regulated mid-shore jurisdiction in Malaysia. Structuring a...

Malaysia offers a preferential corporate tax rate of 5% or 10% for companies qualifying under the Global Services Hub (GSH) incentive scheme. Eligibility requires a minimum annual operating expenditure of...

Malaysia is a signatory to the Madrid Protocol, allowing international brands to streamline trademark registration through a single application. Intellectual property enforcement is managed by the Intellectual Property Corporation of...

The Companies Act 2016 provides three primary corporate rescue mechanisms: Corporate Voluntary Arrangement (CVA), Judicial Management (JM), and Schemes of Arrangement. A moratorium is a legal "shield" that prevents creditors...

Labuan companies engaged in trading activities enjoy a low corporate tax rate of 3% on net audited profits, provided they meet economic substance requirements. To maintain tax benefits, entities must...