Insolvency Act 1967: An Annotation offers a clear, authoritative and practical guide to Malaysia’s principal insolvency legislation. This standalone volume provides detailed commentary on each provision of the Act, enriched by expert insights from a leading insolvency law practitioner.

Designed for legal professionals, academics and students, the book unpacks the statutory framework governing individual insolvency in Malaysia, highlighting key judicial interpretations and legislative developments. Each section is annotated with precision, offering context, clarity and critical analysis to support both litigation and advisory work.

Whether you are navigating bankruptcy proceedings, advising on debt recovery or researching insolvency law, this book serves as an indispensable reference for understanding the scope, application and evolution of the Insolvency Act 1967.

Table of Contents

Part I: Voluntary arrangement and proceedings in bankruptcy

Part II: Disqualification and disabilities of bankrupt

Part III: Administration of property

Part IV: Director General of Insolvency

Part V: Constitution, procedure and powers of court

Part VI: Small bankruptcies

Part VII: Fraudulent debtors and creditors

Part VIII: Supplemental provisions

Schedule A: Meeting of creditors

Schedule B

Schedule C: Proof of debts

List of amendments

List of laws or parts thereof superseded

Appendix