Revised guidelines on handling sexual crimes against children to be ready in January
Legislation amendments will also be introduced to block the dissemination of child abuse materials online.
Dewan Negara passes bill on sexual offences against children
The Sexual Offences against Children (Amendment) Bill 2023 was passed by voice vote after debate by 10 senators.
Dewan Rakyat passes bill on sexual offences against children
The bill, among others, replaces the term 'child pornography' with 'child sexual abuse material' in the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017.
Malaysia, a haven for paedophiles?
Existing weaknesses in the system, coupled with the reopening of borders, give rise to concerns.
