AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPassport Update: Malaysia has halted issuance of international passports valid beyond 10 years after some travellers faced check-in problems with certain airlines; existing holders will get free replacements capped at 10 years. Anti-Corruption: MACC detained a Pahang government agency official over alleged bribes of about RM19,000 to secure tenders/contracts, with a five-day remand. Haze Watch: MetMalaysia says unhealthy air is likely to persist for the next 3 to 5 days, with Sarawak’s west and south hit hardest; Penang is also monitoring API levels. Air Quality Numbers: As of 4pm, 10 areas recorded unhealthy API readings, led by Sarawak’s Serian and Samarahan, while others remain moderate. Drugs at KLIA: Customs uncovered fake sender/recipient details in an attempt to export 12.675kg of cannabis buds worth RM1.014m via courier. Regional Connectivity: A Batam–Johor Ro-Ro ferry service is expected to start by mid-2027, pending port readiness and approvals. Economy & Markets: Ringgit was little changed ahead of Malaysia’s Q2 GDP release; construction work value rose 8.8% YoY in 2Q 2026.
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