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Malaysia: Adopted MCMC code of conduct for internet messaging and social media service providers

Policy overview

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Adopted MCMC code of conduct for internet messaging and social media service providers

On 20 December 2024, the Code of Conduct (Best Practices) for Internet Messaging and Social Media Service Providers was adopted. The code of conduct aims to create a safe online environment for Malaysians, particularly children and vulnerable groups…

Scope

Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
infrastructure provider: internet and telecom services, platform intermediary: user-generated content, messaging service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

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2024-10-22
in consultation

On 22 October 2024, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) opened a public c…

2024-11-05
processing consultation

On 5 November 2024, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) closes the public…

2024-12-20
adopted

On 20 December 2024, the Code of Conduct (Best Practices) for Internet Messaging and Social Media S…

2025-01-01
in force

On 1 January 2025, the Code of Conduct (Best Practices) for Internet Messaging and Social Media Ser…