Act 792 Amendment Bill seeks to extend coverage to child sexual offences committed abroad (opens original article in a new tab)

Malaysia's Act 792 amendment bill extends the application of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 to child sexual offences committed abroad if the victim is a Malaysian citizen or permanent resident.

• Amendment to Act 792 extends coverage to child sexual offences committed abroad involving Malaysian citizens or permanent residents.
• The amendment applies to offences against children overseas by Malaysian citizens, permanent residents, or habitual residents.
• The Sexual Offences against Children (Amendment) Bill 2026 was tabled for first reading in the Dewan Rakyat.