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SC Malaysia Moves to Raise Governance Standards for Company Secretaries at Listed Firms

The Securities Commission Malaysia is developing a two-year framework to strengthen the competency and accountability of company secretaries serving public listed companies.

By Abigail Cheong4 min read

Kuching, 12 October 2026 – The Securities Commission Malaysia is preparing a two-year initiative to strengthen the role, competency and accountability of company secretaries serving public listed companies, as boards face growing demands from investors, regulators and other stakeholders.

SC Chairman Dato’ Mohammad Faiz Azmi said the regulator is exploring a proportionate, light-touch approach built around two measures: an industry-driven competency framework for company secretaries and a separate review of whether clearer minimum expectations should apply specifically to those serving listed companies.

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  • I am Abigail, a journalist at The Ledger Asia, covering business and finance with a focus on the Malaysian Stock Market and key economic developments across Asia. Known for clear, accessible reporting, I deliver insights that help readers understand market trends, corporate movements, and regional news shaping the Asian economy.