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Kuala Lumpur City Hall has unveiled three reforms aimed at supporting traders and simplifying bureaucratic processes. The measures include setting outdoor seating fees at RM30 monthly and expediting minor works permits and hygiene-related premise reopenings.
Malaysia is progressing toward unified accreditation standards for Syariah lawyers. A proposal endorsed at the 2026 Syariah Legal Profession Convention will go to the National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs for consideration before potential submission to the Conference of Rulers.
Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase has reached a settlement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission over a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit concerning records the agency lost, including messages from former Chair Gary Gensler.
Malaysia's Parliament has passed legislation strengthening oversight of the rice industry, raising penalties for violations to RM250,000 for individuals and RM1 million for companies. The amendments aim to protect food security and prevent market manipulation.
Hong Kong will strengthen reporting requirements for reproductive technology incidents after a fertility clinic delayed disclosing embryo sample mix-ups. The delayed notification has prompted authorities to examine oversight mechanisms.