2026-07-22

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Guidelines for the Offering, Marketing and Distribution of Foreign Funds

The Securities Commission Malaysia establishes regulatory requirements for the offering, marketing, and distribution of foreign collective investment schemes in Malaysia. The guidelines define permitted fund categories based on jurisdictional agreements and IOSCO membership, mandating the appointment of local representatives and registered distributors for most offerings. Specific obligations regarding offering documents, Shariah compliance for Islamic funds, and continuous reporting to the regulator are imposed on operators, advisers, and distributors.

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