KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 14 -- The government is working to table a Bill that would criminalise rent-seeking by 2027, Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir told the House of Representatives this morning.

Akmal, who is also Johor Bahru MP, said among the approaches being considered is either a completely new law specifically related to anti-rent seeking, or amendments to existing legal provisions.

The outcome would depend on the study and the coordination process among stakeholders, the minister noted.

"This study also takes into account the views of industry players, enforcement agencies, relevant ministries, state governments, and other stakeholders to ensure that the drafted approach is comprehensive and aligned with current needs," ...