Calls to fast-track anti-Ali Baba law


PETALING JAYA: The Anti-Rent Seeking Bill is targeted to be brought to the Dewan Rakyat by year-end but stakeholders hope that it can be expedited.

They said speeding up the proposed legislation was necessary to weed out the “Ali Baba” culture, a way of making money by renting business licences or permits to those who are not eligible, such as foreigners.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Ali Baba , law , corruption , Rafizi Ramli , Dewan Rakyat

Next In Nation

US to consider selling missiles to Malaysia, says Khaled
Missing hiker scratched message on ground at summit of Gunung Batu Putih, says guide
Traditional food and indigenous seed rights take centre stage at Kaamatan lab
Worker crushed to death by falling concrete structure
Malaysia Airports advises travellers to plan ahead amid high car park occupancy
Current MyKad remains valid for all uses, says NRD
NRD has received over 1,500 applications to shorten names since 2024
Ampang/Sri Petaling LRT line operating on alternative schedule
Malaysian graduates from West Point
Lendlease welcomes new capital partner for The Exchange TRX

Others Also Read