Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission Act 1998 (Act 589), Malaysia
BackLatest Version in WIPO LexDetailsDetailsYear of Version2006DatesEntry into force:October 15, 1998Adopted:September 23, 1998Type of Text
IP-related Laws
Subject Matter
Copyright and Related Rights (Neighboring Rights),
Enforcement of IP and Related Laws,
IP Regulatory Body
Notes The Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 of Malaysia was enacted in 1997. There have been two revisions. The first total revision was in 2002, the second in 2006.
This Act incorporates all amendments up to January 1, 2006, which provides for the establishment of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) on November 1, 1998 with powers to supervise and regulate the communications and multimedia activities in Malaysia, and to enforce the communications and multimedia laws of Malaysia.