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Navigating Section 131 of the Companies Act 2016: Disclosure of Interest in Contracts

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Navigating Section 131 of the Companies Act 2016: Disclosure of Interest in Contracts

Key Takeaways Directors are statutorily mandated to disclose the nature and extent of their interest in any contract or proposed contract with the company. Failure to comply with Section 131 of the Co...

Companies Act 2016 Corporate Governance Corporate Law Director Liability disclosure of interest in contracts

Oct 20, 2026

Navigating Whistleblower Protection in Malaysian Corporate Governance

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Navigating Whistleblower Protection in Malaysian Corporate Governance

In the contemporary Malaysian regulatory environment, fostering a culture of transparency is not merely an ethical imperative but a legal necessity. The Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (WPA 2010) se...

Corporate Governance Employment Law Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Whistleblower Protection Act 2010

Oct 19, 2026

Directors Criminal Liability: Navigating MACC Investigations Under Section 17A

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Directors Criminal Liability: Navigating MACC Investigations Under Section 17A

In the evolving regulatory landscape of Malaysia, the enforcement of anti-corruption measures has moved beyond mere corporate reputation to direct personal exposure for the boardroom. The introduction...

Corporate Governance Criminal Law Director Liability MACC Compliance directors criminal liability

Jul 29, 2026