The death toll from catastrophic floods across South-east Asia has risen to at least 161, as authorities rush to rescue stranded residents, restore power, reopen roads, and coordinate recovery efforts in areas still struggling with the aftermath. Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand have faced relentless, cyclone-fueled rain over the past week, intensified by a rare tropical […]
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Malaysia is on high alert as tropical storm Senyar, a rare system for the region, edges closer to the country’s western coastline. Detected north of Sumatra and currently located roughly 102 kilometres southwest of Lumut, Perak, the storm continues its southeastward journey through the Straits of Malacca at an estimated 24 km/h. According to the […]
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The Malaysian government is stepping up efforts to make social media a safer space, announcing that all platforms will need to implement a digital identity verification system by mid-2026. This initiative, known as electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC), aims to enforce the minimum age of 16 for account creation, while also addressing scams and online […]
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In a historic economic milestone, Malaysia has recorded a services sector surplus of RM0.7 billion in the third quarter of 2025—the first time the nation has seen a surplus in 14 years. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the figures today in Parliament, highlighting the country’s remarkable turnaround. During the Dewan Rakyat session, responding […]
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Starting immediately, Malaysia’s public sector employees can enjoy a more relaxed dress code — neckties are no longer required during office hours or official meetings. This update was confirmed through a circular dated Oct 31, 2025, signed by JPA director-general Tan Sri Wan Ahmad Dahlan Abdul Aziz. This move aligns with the Madani Government’s commitment […]
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Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin delivered a powerful reminder today that the future of Southeast Asia depends on unity, dignity, and shared progress. Hosting the ASEAN–China Defence Ministers’ Luncheon, he emphasised that peace and prosperity are not separate goals — they are deeply linked and must be protected together. Khaled expressed ASEAN’s appreciation […]
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India has expanded a historic opportunity to the Indian diaspora in Malaysia. The Indian High Commission in Malaysia has confirmed that Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) eligibility has now officially been extended to sixth-generation descendants of Persons of Indian Origin. This milestone comes after the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit, attended virtually by India’s Prime Minister Narendra […]
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today expressed Malaysia’s deep appreciation for New Zealand’s longstanding commitment as a trusted and reliable partner of ASEAN. The remarks came as ASEAN leaders gathered for a special summit to celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations and economic cooperation with New Zealand — a relationship built on mutual respect, […]
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At the East Asia Summit (EAS) held at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim made a heartfelt call for sustained engagement and open dialogue with Myanmar and North Korea, urging fellow leaders to balance diplomacy with compassion and understanding. As the current ASEAN Chair, Anwar emphasized that Malaysia will […]
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In a defining moment for international diplomacy, Malaysia and the United States have taken their bilateral relationship to new heights. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and U.S. President Donald Trump officially signed a landmark agreement, transforming their long-standing relations into a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) — a bold step forward in strengthening Malaysia–US cooperation […]
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