Malaysia legislation
Section 29
Section 29
(2)
A franchisor and a franchisee in their dealings with one another shall avoid the following conduct:
(a)
substantial and unreasonable overvaluation of fees and prices;
(b)
conduct which is unnecessary and unreasonable in relation to the risks to be incurred by one party; and
(c)
conduct that is not reasonably necessary for the protection of the legitimate business interests of the franchisor, franchisee or franchise system.
(3)
The franchisee shall operate the business separately from the franchisor, and the relationship of the franchisee with the franchisor shall not at anytime be regarded as a partnership, service contract or agency.
Obligations of franchisor and franchisee