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M Malayan Daily

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Malaysia's Abortion Law: Medical Exceptions Under Section 312 Clarified

Malaysia's Deputy Women, Family and Community Development Minister Lim Hui Ying has clarified that while abortion is generally criminal under the Penal Code, registered medical practitioners may legally terminate pregnancies when continuation poses risks to the mother's life or health.

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