The Law on Land Acquisition, 2nd Edition

Explore Malaysia’s leading reference on land acquisition law, now significantly revised in its landmark second edition. Since the first edition appeared in 2018, over 90 new judicial decisions have influenced the field, and this updated volume presents those legal shifts with clear, authoritative analysis.

Featuring broader coverage—including new, dedicated chapters on Sabah and Sarawak—this edition provides a genuinely nationwide outlook. It serves as a vital resource for understanding how land acquisition issues are handled and adjudicated throughout the country. Readers will also gain valuable, first-hand perspectives on the adjudication process, offering exceptional practical insight and analytical depth.

With forewords contributed by both the current and former Chief Justices of Malaysia, this second edition reinforces its standing as an essential reference for adjudicators, lawyers, land officers, valuers, policymakers, and scholars.