The proposal to set a minimum age of 16 for social media use aims to educate children and prepare them for safe and responsible online engagement. According to Children's Commissioner Associate Professor Dr. Mohd Al Adib Samuri, this is a key step in reducing exposure to risks like harmful content and cyberbullying. He suggested developing an enforcement model suited to Malaysia's context, in line with children's rights. CPC International managing director and child psychologist Dr. Noor Aishah Rosli believes that setting the minimum age at 16 is appropriate from a developmental perspective. She says this could help reduce risks among minors, including anxiety, depression, and social media addiction. She emphasized the need for proper regulation and active parental involvement. Malaysian Cyber Consumer Association (MCCA) president Siraj Jalil said digital literacy is crucial, and proposed that digital literacy education include modules on managing digital identity, cyber threats, and understanding the benefits, risks, and potential misuse of artificial intelligence (AI). National Parents-Teachers Association Consultative Council (PIBGN) president Associate Professor Datuk Dr. Mohamad Ali Hasan described the proposal as a progressive step. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is still conducting engagement sessions with relevant stakeholders. The regulation is expected to be introduced as early as June.