KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 13 -- Online shoppers could see clearer accountability for e-commerce platforms and sellers under a new law.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced when tabling Budget 2027 that the government had agreed to introduce a new law to replace Malaysia's Electronic Commerce Act 2006.

If passed by Parliament and brought into force, the proposed legislation would strengthen accountability among online platforms and sellers.

Alongside this move, the government is also examining legislative and enforcement measures to protect local micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from unfair competition and ensure products bought by consumers are safe.

The move follows the government's decision to repeal and replace the...