Anwar vows fairer digital economy for local businesses amid platform concerns

LOCAL businesses, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), must have a fairer share of Malaysia's digital economy, with the government scrutinising platform practices that could drive up costs and restrict competition.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the government was examining concerns over high commissions, restrictive contract terms and control of user data as part of efforts to ensure digital growth benefited businesses and consumers alike.

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