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Malaysian tourism ministry holds Hotel Data Refinement Session in Sarawak
The Malaysian Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC), through its agency Tourism Malaysia, organised the Hotel Data Refinement Session with hospitality professionals in Sarawak. This event was held in conjunction with the Presentation of...

Malaysia EV registrations up 71% YoY in June 2025, Proton e.MAS 7 reclaims top spot
Electric Vehicle (EV) registrations in Malaysia continue to show a steady growth despite a dip in registrations last month. There’s also an interesting shake up as Proton regains its #1 spot in June as registrations for the Tesla Model Y drop to...
Malaysian PM meets Chinese FM on bilateral relations
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Putrajaya, Malaysia, on Friday, with both sides pledging to advance bilateral ties and cooperation. The meeting was held during...
Malaysia agency to seize about RM3 billion of Daim Zainuddin’s assets
MALAYSIA’S anti-graft agency is looking to seize and forfeit more than RM3 billion (S$901 million) worth of assets that are linked to the late tycoon and former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, his family and associates. The Malaysian...

malaysia Heartbroken dad dies hours after teen son is killed in motorcycle accident
Tragedy struck twice for this family in rapid succession. A Malaysian man is believed to have succumbed to a heart attack hours after his son died in a motorcycle accident in the Malaysian state of Negeri Sembilan, China Press reported on Tuesday...

Sarawak launches digital system to streamline homeless support at TTG Kuching
Fatimah speaks to reporters while Tan (left) and Hilmy (right) look on. – Photo by Aileen Yap KUCHING (July 11): Sarawak has rolled out the Integrated Social Management System (ISMS) at the newly launched Kuching Temporary Transit Centre (TTG),...

Sarawak sees 13.86 pct rise in homelessness in 2024, says Fatimah
(From left) Nur Alina, Dayang Joanita, Riziandy, Tan, Fatimah, Mohd Ali, Joanes Lukas, Hilmy, and Noli Husainin a group photo after the MoA signing between the ministry and HFC. KUCHING (July 11): Sarawak recorded a 13.86 per cent increase in...
Malaysia will fully enforce rules on illegal ship-to-ship transfer of crude oil, says Tok Mat
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia will fully enforce regulations pertaining to illegal ship-to-ship transfer of crude oil in Malaysian waters beginning this month, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan (pic). The Foreign Minister said ships caught doing this will...

Malaysia and France Strengthen Defence Industry Ties with Landmark MoU Signing
The Coalition of Defence Industry, Malaysia – CDI (M) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with three prominent French defence industry associations, The French Association of Maritime Industries (GICAN), The French Land and...

Malaysian Industrial Production Growth Eases To 0.3%
Malaysia's industrial output growth moderated for the second straight month in May, figures from the Department of Statistics showed on Friday. Industrial production rose 0.3 percent year-over-year in May, much slower than the 2.7 percent increase...
Kelantan's First MRSM Ulul Albab To Be Built In Tanah Merah – Asyraf Wajdi
TUMPAT, July 11 (Bernama) -- Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has agreed to the establishment of a MARA Junior Science College (MRSM) Ulul Albab in Tanah Merah following a request from the Tanah Merah UMNO Division, says...

Sarawak’s DUN expansion a strategic move to push for more parliamentary seats, says ex-EC deputy
Wan Ahmad notes that while the EC retains full authority to initiate any redelineation process, the state’s decision appears to carry clear political intent. – Bernama photo KUCHING (July 11): Former Election Commission (EC) deputy chairman Datuk...

Malaysian chip firms suspend growth plans over American tariff uncertainties
Leading chip manufacturers in Malaysia have put their investment and expansion plans on hold as they wait for the US to clarify its impending tariffs. Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association President Wong Siew Hai stated that the chip...

Malaysia boosts Gaza recovery efforts with CEAPAD and UNRWA support
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia continues to strengthen its role in supporting the Palestinian people, particularly in the recovery and reconstruction of Gaza, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He welcomed the readiness of Japan and Palestine to...
Malaysia's population projected to reach its peak of 42.38 mln in 2059
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Malaysia's population is projected to reach its peak of 42.38 million in 2059, before slowly declining starting 2060, official projections showed Friday. The Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) said in a...

Malaysia Airports revs up shopping appeal with ‘Licence to Win’ campaign
This year’s ‘Licence to Win’ campaign features a lower entry threshold, a larger prize pool, and new partner rewards tailored to diverse traveller preferences. Malaysia Airports has re-introduced its flagship commercial campaign, ‘Licence to Win’,...

Malaysian confirmed dead in Bali Strait ferry tragedy
JAKARTA: A Malaysian national has been confirmed dead in the Bali Strait ferry tragedy that occurred on July 2. The victim, identified as Fauzey Awang, 55, was found off Perancak Beach, Bali, according to Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue...

Malaysia to learn from China in applying technology in daily life in ways that benefit wide public: minister
Chang Lih Kang, minister of Science, Technology and Innovation of Malaysia, speaks at the a parallel sub-forum at Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting in Beijing on July 11, 2025. Photo: Li Hao/GT China has done a great job in...

Malaysian Veterinarians Face Burnout, Staff Shortages: White Paper
KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 — Malaysian veterinarians are at a critical juncture, grappling with significant operational constraints, a public understanding gap, and widespread issues of stress and burnout. These are among the key findings of the...

Malaysia Strengthens Role In Gaza Recovery, Reconstruction Efforts - Anwar
By Thivyamalini Ramalu PUTRAJAYA, July 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia continues to strengthen its role in supporting the Palestinian people, particularly in the recovery and reconstruction of Gaza, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. He...