2026.03.30 Shopee Malaysia to Update Pre-sale Product Management Rules

Shopee Malaysia Revises Pre-sale Product Regulations Effective April 6

Shopee will update the pre-sale product ratio and quantity requirements for sellers on its Malaysia site starting April 6, 2026. The new policy applies to cross-border direct shipping sellers, official overseas warehouse sellers, and local fulfillment sellers. Sellers who fail to comply with the new regulations will face listing restrictions beginning April 13. The platform advises sellers to review the relevant rules, conduct self-checks, and make adjustments in advance to ensure compliant operations. This move aims to standardize pre-sale management and enhance the overall customer shopping experience on the marketplace.

Shopee Adjusts Pre-sale Limits for Malaysian Sellers

Effective April 6, 2026, Shopee is adjusting the proportion and quantity limits for pre-sale products on its Malaysia platform. The changes impact sellers using cross-border direct mail, overseas warehouses, and local fulfillment models. Sellers not adhering to the new rules will encounter restrictions on listing new products starting April 13. This policy update is part of Shopee's ongoing efforts to optimize its marketplace structure and ensure timely order fulfillment, which is crucial for maintaining seller performance metrics and buyer satisfaction.

MINISO FRIENDS Wins French Design Award, Expands Global Footprint

MINISO's sub-brand, MINISO FRIENDS, has been awarded the "International Innovative Design Award" at France's GPDP AWARD, following a previous platinum win at the London Design Awards. This recognition underscores its design prowess as the brand accelerates globalization. With 17 stores worldwide, its first overseas outlet is located in Malaysia. Positioned as a "small but refined" IP-themed store within MINISO's "park series," MINISO FRIENDS creates lightweight IP experiences. A flagship store in Shenzhen integrates proprietary IP "YOYO" with popular licenses like Disney. The brand now operates a matrix of over 40 MINISO SPACE, LAND, and FRIENDS stores globally, targeting core commercial districts.

Vietnam Seeks Safety Guarantees for Its Ships in Strait of Hormuz

Vietnam's Maritime Administration has recommended the government coordinate with Iran to ensure the safe passage of Vietnamese vessels and crew through the Strait of Hormuz. Currently, 19 ships operated by Vietnamese enterprises are in the Middle East, four of which fly the Vietnamese flag. Due to regional tensions, the agency has requested Iran to prioritize the passage of Vietnamese-flagged ships, vessels with Vietnamese crews, and foreign ships owned by Vietnamese companies, especially those carrying crude oil back to Vietnam. It also seeks formal navigation permits from Iran to enable companies to obtain war risk insurance and has advised Vietnamese diplomatic missions in the Middle East to prepare for emergency support. This follows prior discussions between Vietnamese authorities, embassies, and shipping firms concerned about security in the Gulf region.