PDP launches public consultation on personal data protection framework

Original title: Public_Consultation_Paper_No_1_2026_Personal_Data_Protection_Framework

Severity: Info Draft consultation MY

PDP has published Public Consultation Paper No. 1/2026 regarding the personal data protection framework. The document invites stakeholder feedback on regulatory approaches and data protection standards. This change aims to strengthen Malaysia's data privacy framework in line with technological developments and consumer protection needs.

What changed

• PDP publishes Public Consultation Paper No. 1/2026 to gather feedback on the personal data protection framework
• The consultation covers review of existing regulatory approaches and potential improvements to data protection standards
• Stakeholders are invited to provide views on personal data protection regulations in Malaysia

Who is affected

All organizations processing personal data in Malaysia, including private and public sectors, as well as individuals as personal data subjects

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