Malaysia seeks legal harmonization to lift ASEAN trade, investment

Regional framework needed to address cross-border disputes, minister says

20250519 Interview Malaysian Law Minister Azalina Othman

Azalina Othman, Malaysia's law minister, speaks during an interview on May 16 in Tokyo. (Photo by Manami Yamada) 

ERWIDA MAULIA

TOKYO -- Malaysia is seeking legal harmonization among ASEAN member states on issues pertaining to cross-border commercial disputes, insolvencies and other business issues, which its law minister says is crucial to support trade and investment in the region.

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