Continental Shelf Act 1966
Akta Pelantar Benua 1966
Deals with continental shelf of Malaysia, the exploration thereof and the exploitation of its natural resources.
Copy of the official text captured from the Laws of Malaysia portal (AGC) on 26 October 2026. Always check the official portal for the authoritative current version. Amendments made after the official “last updated” date are published separately as amending Acts (Act A…) on the portal.
| Number | Act 83 |
|---|---|
| Type | Federal Act |
| Applies to | Federal |
| Subject | Environment, natural resources & energy |
| Year | 1966 |
| Official “last updated” | 1 December 2011 |
| Published by | Attorney General's Chambers — Laws of Malaysia portal (lom.agc.gov.my) |
Long title
An Act relating to continental shelf of Malaysia, the exploration thereof and the exploitation of its natural resources and for matters connected therewith.
Version history
| Captured | Language | Official “last updated” | Pages | SHA-256 | File |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 October 2026 | English | 1 December 2011 | 16 | 15d47190834a | PDF 0.2 MB |
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