Should Malaysia Ban Fast Fashion?

In Malaysia, the fast fashion industry is booming, offering affordable clothing at the expense of environmental sustainability and labor rights. Banning fast fashion could reduce environmental degradation and promote ethical consumption, but the feasibility of such a ban depends on consumer behavior, industry adaptation, and the availability of sustainable alternatives. 

The fifth session of the Youth Parliamentary Debathon 2024 will be discussing the topic of “Should Malaysia Ban Fast Fashion?”

Was held in Dewan Pembangunan Siswa 2, Universiti Sains Malaysia (JOHOR)

In Malaysia, the fast fashion industry is booming, offering affordable clothing at the expense of environmental sustainability and labor rights. Banning fast fashion could reduce environmental degradation and promote ethical consumption, but the feasibility of such a ban depends on consumer behavior, industry adaptation, and the availability of sustainable alternatives.