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watch list Watch list — monitoring for future regulation

Malaysia is being monitored for emerging AI regulatory developments. Legislation is under development or proposed but not yet enacted or enforceable.

Monitoring details

  • Status: AI Governance Bill drafting nearly complete (Nov 2025); Cabinet presentation planned June 2026; MY-AI Standards platform (80+ ISO standards, voluntary) launched March 2026
  • Signals: AI Governance Bill covers AI lifecycle, risks, ethics, IP; phased rollout (standards → compliance → legislation) expected within 12 months of March 2026
  • Trajectory: Binding legislation likely by late 2026 or 2027. Pre-populate instrument stub when bill text is published.
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