{"id":1455,"date":"2026-10-19T08:36:47","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T00:36:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ledgengroup.com\/my\/?p=1455"},"modified":"2026-10-19T16:44:01","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T08:44:01","slug":"corporate-governance-malaysia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ledgengroup.com\/my\/corporate-governance-malaysia\/","title":{"rendered":"Corporate Governance in Malaysia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate governance in Malaysia sets out how companies are directed, controlled and held accountable to their shareholders and other stakeholders. It is not simply a compliance exercise under the Companies Act 2016. It is the framework that protects a company from unnecessary legal exposure, supports fair treatment of shareholders and builds the kind of trust that banks, investors and business partners look for before committing to a relationship. The specific obligations differ depending on whether a company is publicly listed or privately held, but the underlying principles apply across the board.<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article explains the legal duties directors and shareholders carry, the role the Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (MCCG) plays for listed and private companies, and the practical steps a Malaysian business can take to strengthen its governance practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">What Is Corporate Governance in Malaysia?<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate governance in Malaysia is the system of rules, relationships and processes that determine how a company is directed and controlled. It covers three main areas:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Legal duties<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: statutory obligations placed on directors and companies under the Companies Act 2016.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Regulatory oversight<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: enforcement by the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) for all registered companies, and by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and Bursa Malaysia for public listed companies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Best practice standards<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: voluntary guidance set out in the MCCG, which public listed companies are expected to adopt on a &#8220;apply or explain an alternative&#8221; basis.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every company registered in Malaysia, from a small private limited company to a public listed company, is bound by the Companies Act 2016. The MCCG adds a further layer of expected practice for listed companies, though many private companies choose to adopt parts of it voluntarily.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">The Legal Framework Governing Malaysian Companies<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Four bodies of law and regulation shape corporate governance in Malaysia:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Companies Act 2016<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: sets out directors&#8217; duties, shareholder rights, company secretary requirements, statutory filings and financial reporting obligations for all companies.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: registers companies, enforces the Companies Act, and receives annual returns and financial statements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and Bursa Malaysia<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: regulate public listed companies, including listing requirements on board composition, audit committees and related-party transactions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (MCCG)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: issued by the SC and last updated in 2021. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of 2026, the SC is reviewing Malaysia\u2019s corporate governance framework and has sought public feedback on proposed enhancements<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Roles and Responsibilities in Corporate Governance<\/h2>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Duties of Directors Under the Companies Act 2016<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Directors of Malaysian companies carry statutory duties that apply regardless of company size:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acting in good faith and in the best interests of the company.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercising reasonable care, skill and diligence.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoiding and disclosing conflicts of interest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping the company&#8217;s accounting and other records in proper order.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not incurring debts when there are reasonable grounds to believe that the company will be unable to repay them as they fall due<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A director who breaches these duties can face personal liability, disqualification from holding future directorships, fines or imprisonment, depending on the severity of the breach. These duties apply to directors of private companies just as much as to directors of public listed companies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Shareholders&#8217; Role and Rights<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shareholders do not manage the company day to day, but they hold significant rights, including the right to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vote on key resolutions at general meetings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Receive dividends in proportion to their shareholding.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access the company&#8217;s financial statements and statutory records.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approve major decisions, such as changes to the company&#8217;s constitution or certain related-party transactions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear communication between the board and shareholders, particularly around financial performance and major decisions, reduces the risk of disputes and supports long-term confidence in the company.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">The Board of Directors and Board Committees<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The board is collectively responsible for the company&#8217;s strategic direction and oversight of management. For public listed companies, Bursa Malaysia&#8217;s Listing Requirements make an audit committee mandatory, and the MCCG recommends that companies also set up nomination and remuneration committees, with a majority of independent directors on each. Private companies are not required to form these committees, but doing so voluntarily, even in a simplified form, is a practical way to strengthen internal oversight as a business grows.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Core Principles Behind Corporate Governance in Malaysia<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of company size, governance frameworks in Malaysia are built on a consistent set of principles:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Accountability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: directors and management answer for their decisions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Transparency<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: timely and accurate disclosure to shareholders and regulators.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fairness<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: equitable treatment of all shareholders, including minority shareholders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Responsibility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: directors act within their legal powers and in the company&#8217;s interest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Independence<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: sufficient separation between management and oversight functions, particularly on the board and its committees.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">The Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (MCCG): What Businesses Should Know<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MCCG is issued by the Securities Commission Malaysia and sets out best practices for governance, covering board leadership, director selection, risk oversight, related-party transactions and sustainability reporting. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was last revised in 2021<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and the SC is currently reviewing Malaysia\u2019s corporate governance framework as part of the process for the next MCCG revision. The review includes areas such as board effectiveness, technology and AI governance, risk oversight and stakeholder engagement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>MCCG adopts an \u201capply or explain an alternative\u201d approach for public listed companies.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A listed company is expected to apply the recommended practices or explain how it has adopted an alternative approach in its corporate governance report. This provides companies with flexibility to adopt governance practices that are appropriate to their circumstances while maintaining transparency and accountability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private companies in Malaysia are not required to comply with the MCCG. Many still adopt selected MCCG practices voluntarily, particularly when seeking bank financing, external investment or larger corporate clients, to demonstrate sound management and build credibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Compliance Requirements for Private Companies and SMEs<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private companies and SMEs are generally not subject to the MCCG, but they remain subject to applicable requirements under the <\/span><b>Companies Act 2016<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Common compliance obligations include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appointing a licensed <\/span><b>company secretary<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> within the timeframe set by the Act.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining statutory registers, including registers of members, directors and charges.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Filing annual returns and financial statements with the SSM.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holding an annual general meeting (AGM) where required under the Companies Act 2016 or the company\u2019s constitution.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping accounting records sufficient to explain the company&#8217;s transactions and financial position.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Missing these obligations can result in penalties for the company and its directors, including late filing fees and, in more serious cases, prosecution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Governance Requirements: Public Listed Companies vs Private Companies<\/h3>\n<div dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\">\n<table width=\"866\" height=\"600\">\n<colgroup>\n<col width=\"152\" \/>\n<col width=\"240\" \/>\n<col width=\"218\" \/><\/colgroup>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><b>Requirement<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><b>Public Listed Companies<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><b>Private Companies<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Governing framework<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Companies Act 2016, MCCG 2021, Bursa Malaysia Listing Requirements<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Companies Act 2016<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company secretary<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Audit committee<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory under Listing Requirements<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not mandatory<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MCCG adoption<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply or explain an alternative<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, reported annually<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Voluntary<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related-party transaction disclosure<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory under Listing Requirements<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Governed by directors&#8217; general duties, no separate disclosure regime<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Board independence<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Majority independent directors recommended<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No statutory requirement<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">The Role of Corporate Secretarial and Compliance Support<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meeting these obligations, from statutory filings to board minute-keeping and directors&#8217; duty compliance, takes ongoing attention. Many Malaysian companies engage a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ledgengroup.com\/my\/service\/corporate-secretarial\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">corporate secretarial and compliance provider<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manage SSM filings, annual returns and statutory register updates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advise directors on their duties and on decisions that carry compliance implications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare and organise board and shareholder meetings, including notices, minutes and resolutions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flag related-party transactions, conflicts of interest or other matters that need board attention before they become compliance problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For growing private companies, this support closes the gap between what the Companies Act requires and what an internal team, often without a dedicated compliance function, has time to manage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Common Corporate Governance Risks for Malaysian Companies<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several recurring risks affect Malaysian companies of all sizes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Concentrated ownership<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: many Malaysian companies, including listed ones, have controlling shareholders or family ownership structures, which can create tension between majority and minority shareholder interests if oversight is weak.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Related-party transactions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: transactions between a company and parties connected to its directors or major shareholders need clear disclosure and independent review to avoid conflicts of interest.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Board independence in practice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: appointing independent directors is one step, but genuine independence depends on whether those directors have the information, time and willingness to challenge management decisions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inconsistent internal controls<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: smaller companies in particular can lack documented approval processes, exposing the business to fraud, error or disputes between directors and shareholders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Late or incomplete statutory filings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: missed SSM deadlines or incomplete statutory records are a common and avoidable source of penalties.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Building Strong Governance Practices: Practical Steps<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malaysian businesses looking to strengthen governance, whether preparing for growth, external investment or eventual listing, can start with the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put board roles and decision-making authority in writing, even in a simple board charter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Separate the roles of chairman and managing director or CEO where the business is large enough to support this.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up an audit function or, at minimum, an independent review of financial statements, even before it becomes a legal requirement.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep statutory registers and accounting records current and reviewed on a set schedule, not only at filing deadlines.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Train directors, particularly new appointees, on their statutory duties under the Companies Act 2016.<\/span><\/li>\n<li dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review related-party transactions and conflicts of interest at board level before they proceed, not after.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corporate governance in Malaysia rests on the Companies Act 2016 for every registered company, with the MCCG adding a further layer of expected practice for public listed companies. Directors carry personal legal duties regardless of company size, and shareholders hold real rights to information and a say in major decisions. Private companies and SMEs are not required to follow the MCCG, but building sound governance habits early, clear board processes, accurate statutory records and proper handling of related-party transactions, positions a business for growth, investment and, where relevant, an eventual listing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 dir=\"ltr\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">What are the 7 principles of corporate governance?<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The seven principles commonly cited in corporate governance frameworks are accountability, fairness, transparency, independence, responsibility, discipline and social responsibility. In the Malaysian context, these principles appear across the Companies Act 2016&#8217;s directors&#8217; duties and the MCCG&#8217;s best practices, though the MCCG itself is organised around broader pillars rather than a list of exactly seven separate principles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">Is the MCCG compulsory in Malaysia?<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. The MCCG is not law and is not compulsory in the way the Companies Act 2016 is. It applies formally to companies listed on Bursa Malaysia, which must report their adoption of MCCG practices on a &#8220;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">apply or explain an alternative<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; basis under the Listing Requirements. Private companies and SMEs are not required to comply with the MCCG at all, though many adopt parts of it voluntarily to strengthen their governance credentials with banks, investors or larger business partners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">What are the four pillars of corporate governance?<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The four pillars most often referenced are accountability, transparency, fairness and responsibility. Some frameworks add independence as a fifth pillar. These pillars underpin both the Companies Act 2016&#8217;s directors&#8217; duties and the MCCG&#8217;s recommended practices, and apply in substance to every Malaysian company, whether or not it is legally required to follow the MCCG.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 dir=\"ltr\">What are the major corporate governance issues in Malaysia?<\/h3>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulatory monitoring by the Securities Commission Malaysia has consistently flagged a few recurring issues. Concentrated or family-controlled ownership structures can weaken protections for minority shareholders where oversight is not independent. Related-party transactions and conflicts of interest need closer disclosure and board scrutiny in many companies. Adoption of certain MCCG practices, such as detailed remuneration disclosure and board diversity targets, remains inconsistent among listed companies even where overall MCCG adoption is strong. Regulators have also flagged emerging oversight gaps around technology, cybersecurity and sustainability governance as areas boards will need to address as the MCCG itself is revised.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Corporate governance in Malaysia sets out how companies are directed, controlled and held accountable to their shareholders and other stakeholders. It is not simply a compliance exercise under the Companies Act 2016. 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