The government's recent amendments to the citizenship law aim to address the long-standing issue of statelessness among children of Malaysians and permanent residents.
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However, the path to citizenship remains rocky, as the amendments bring hope and disappointment for those affected. — Family Frontiers #sayaJUGAanakMalaysia July 4, 2024 New Hurdles for Foreign Spouses The amendments also introduce new requirements for foreign women married to Malaysians who wish to apply for citizenship.While the government argues that this aligns with the Federal Constitution, critics worry that it may create additional barriers for those seeking to build a life in Malaysia.
The proposed changes will strip away the automatic citizenship rights of children born in Malaysia to permanent resident parents, requiring at least one parent to be a Malaysian citizen for the child to be eligible. — Max Walden March 27, 2024 The Clock is Ticking for Citizenship Applications The amendments also change the age limit for citizenship applications, reducing it from 21 to 18.
Trapped in Abusive Marriages? Foreign women who have gained Malaysian citizenship through marriage also face new challenges under the proposed amendments.
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