Kuala lumpur: The Malay Chamber of Commerce Malaysia (DPMM) has proposed a more flexible and inclusive approach to safeguard the sustainability of the courier industry without undermining the agenda of empowering rural economies and Malay entrepreneurs. This is followed by the proposed introduction of a floor price for courier services by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).

According to BERNAMA News Agency, on November 25, 2025, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil announced that the government was studying a proposal to set a floor price for courier services. This measure aims to ensure healthy competition within the sector. He explained that the proposal would undergo detailed examination, including cost audits and industry-wide price assessments, to ensure any floor price is sustainable for operators and considers consumer costs.

DPMM President Norsyahrin Hamidon emphasized the importance of investing in infrastructure to enhance the overall operational efficiency of the courier industry. He noted that improved systems and facilities would reduce operating costs, enabling service providers to offer more affordable services without compromising quality, benefiting both businesses and end consumers.

Norsyahrin also highlighted the need for a comprehensive review of the proposal, as it could disproportionately affect rural and non-urban entrepreneurs, particularly micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). He pointed out that the cost structure and reliance on courier services are significantly higher for rural entrepreneurs compared to those in urban centers. Without appropriate balancing mechanisms, the imposition of a courier floor price risks hindering rural economic participation and contradicting the nation's inclusive development agenda.