Malaysia to Ban Under-16 Social Media Access Following Australia's Lead on Digital Child Protection

Nov 24, 2025 03:51 pm CST

Malaysia plans to implement a social media ban for users under 16 by next year, joining countries like Australia in addressing child safety concerns online. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced the initiative as part of broader efforts to create a safer internet environment, with 72% of Malaysians supporting such restrictions according to recent surveys. This measure aligns with similar actions being taken in New Zealand and several European countries to protect minors from harmful online content.