The High Court in Kuala Lumpur has rejected the Malaysian Bar’s attempt to overturn the application of the HRD Corp levy and its associated training framework to lawyers. The Bar had filed a judicial review seeking to challenge the levy’s implementation within the legal profession. This dismissal means the HRD Corp levy will continue to apply to law firms and legal practitioners. The court’s decision marks a setback for the Malaysian Bar’s efforts to secure an exemption or alternative arrangements. Details regarding the court’s reasoning were not immediately available. This levy is intended to fund training and development initiatives within various industries, including the legal sector. The Malaysian Bar may consider further legal options following this ruling.