Malaysian authorities are now looking at implementing new changes to touring policies in the country following The 1975's actions at Good Vibes Festival held at the Sepang International Circuit last weekend. 

According to a report by Malaysian newspaper The Star, the Sepang Municipal Council are asking organisers to not include international artists in their upcoming events. "We have made a decision to only allow local artistes to perform for the time being."

The discussion comes ahead of M4ntap Festival next weekend, which sees six international acts. The Council will require international artists to obtain special permits by the Central Agency for Application for Filming and Performance by Foreign Artistes (Puspal) in order to perform. Local promoters must also submit an appeal to higher authorities to override this new rule. 

"Event organisers will need to adhere to additional requirements, including ensuring that artistes' conduct and behaviour complies with the applicable laws at all times. Any violation of this will see the council taking necessary action, including the immediate cancellation of the event," said Council president Datuk Abd Hamid Hussain, adding that violations during an event will result in legal action. 

"The council retains the discretion to blacklist individuals, companies, events or any related entities. We have made a decision to only allow local artistes to perform for the time being. However, this decision can be overridden if the event organisers submit an appeal to the higher authorities and it is approved."

During their headlining set at Good Vibes Festival, The 1975's Matty Healy made controversial comments and actions that violated local performance guidelines. Their performance was consequently cut short and the three-day festival was ultimately cancelled. A class action lawsuit is currently being readied against the Bristish band to seek losses for those affected, including artists and vendors, by the event's cancellation.