Stats Bill 2026 passed to modernise Malaysia’s national data system
Malaysia's Parliament has passed the Statistics Bill 2026 to modernize the national data system and replace the outdated 1965 Act. The bill establishes a National Statistics Council and strengthens data confidentiality and security protocols.
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Updating statistical legislation is critical for modern economies to ensure data integrity, privacy, and evidence-based policymaking in the digital age.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Statistics Bill 2026 has been passed by the Dewan Rakyat, with the goal of modernising Malaysia’s National Statistical System.
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