( June 11, 2026, 01:52 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Malaysia's communications regulator has launched a public consultation on targeted amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 aimed at modernizing sector regulation and strengthening enforcement powers. Proposed changes include aligning communications-sector competition rules with Malaysia's broader competition framework, introducing a statutory private right of action for losses arising from CMA violations, and expanding the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission's investigative powers. The regulator is also seeking authority over electronic addressing resources, satellite network filings and spectrum reassignment processes, while proposing new fee frameworks covering merger notifications, exemption applications, dispute resolution proceedings and technical standards matters. The consultation closes July 10.Statement follows....
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