Malaysia is revisiting key parts of its legal framework, from how criminal prosecutions are conducted to how future lawyers qualify for practice.
Parliament is debating a revised bill to separate the roles of attorney general and public prosecutor – a move aimed at strengthening prosecutorial independence and public confidence in the justice system.
Separately, the government is studying a new Bar qualification pathway to replace the Certificate of Legal Practice (CLP) exams, potentially reshaping how aspiring lawyers enter the profession.
As these debates unfold, what do they reveal about the future direction of Malaysia’s legal system? BFM speaks to Malaysian Bar president Anand Raj. To hear this podcast, click here.
Presenters: Richard Bradbury & Shazana Mokhtar
Producer: Agnes Ong/BFM
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