Is the Time Ticking for TikTok Shop in Malaysia

The Malaysian Minister of KKD, Fahmi Fadzil, revealed that his ministry has obtained basic demographic and product information from TikTok shops following a meeting with TikTok. Discussions are ongoing, and further detailed information is sought. The jurisdiction regarding TikTok shops involves multiple ministries and agencies, including KKD and MCMC, which focus on network regulation.

Time Ticking

Other aspects, such as trade and entrepreneurship, fall under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) and the Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Cooperative Development (KUSKOP). The government is considering its actions in light of concerns about e-commerce transactions on the TikTok platform and potential competition issues.

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