Malaysia legislation

Section 58

of BANKING AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ACT 1989

Section 58

(2)

Before a licensed local institution declares any dividend, it shall apply in writing for the approval of the Bank in respect of the amount proposed to be declared, and the Bank may approve the same, or a reduced amount, or prohibit payment of any dividend, having regard to the financial condition of the institution.

Section 58 — BANKING AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ACT 1989