Malaysia
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Malaysia to Close Kuala Lumpur Airspace for National Day Flypast and Rehearsals
The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia will close Kuala Lumpur airspace at specified times from August 26 to 31 for National Day flypast rehearsals and the event.
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Malaysian Employers Federation urges stronger support for MSMEs facing rising pressures
The Malaysian Employers Federation called on August 12 for a stronger government package to help MSMEs cope with rising costs, cash-flow issues, and market challenges.
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Malaysian investor Jeff Yew proposes tech campus revival at Forest City after Network School closure
Jeff Yew, Malaysian crypto investor, offers to revive Forest City tech campus after Network School was shut down in July 2026.
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Melaka confirms August 21 is not a public holiday despite UNESCO heritage link
Melaka state government confirmed there will be no public holiday on August 21, 2026, amid confusion over the UNESCO World Heritage connection.
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Finance Minister denies Tabung Haji losses caused by stock market downturn
Finance Minister Amir Hamzah refuted claims that Tabung Haji’s losses stemmed from stock market declines, citing stronger governance and steady hibah payouts.
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US July retail sales drop 0.6% as Bitcoin surges past $75,000 amid Treasury bond buybacks
US retail sales fell 0.6% in July 2026 while Bitcoin surged over 20%, breaking above $75,000 in mid-August amid market optimism.
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Lawyer Lim Tean deported to Singapore after arrest in Johor for failing jail term surrender
Lim Tean was arrested in Johor on August 6 and handed to Singapore police on August 11 after failing to start his jail term.
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PM absent as Dewan Rakyat debates Tabung Haji RCI report; PN MPs walk out
The Dewan Rakyat held a special sitting on August 11 to debate the Tabung Haji RCI report despite the Prime Minister’s absence and a walkout by PN MPs.
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Malaysia Joins APFRAS to Boost Food Safety and Digital Governance
Malaysia officially joined the Asia-Pacific Food Regulatory Authority Summit to improve regional food safety governance through digital tools.
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Malaysian investigators question pilot detained in Jakarta over large ecstasy haul
Four Malaysian narcotics officers interviewed a pilot held in Jakarta on drug charges involving over 26 kg of ecstasy, probing links to an international syndicate.
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Muhyiddin urges one-year forensic audit of Tabung Haji funds following major losses
Muhyiddin Yassin called on the Malaysian government to conduct a comprehensive forensic audit of Tabung Haji's funds and complete it within a year.
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Bank of Korea signals possible further rate hikes amid inflation concerns
Bank of Korea deputy governor Ryoo Sangdai signaled more interest rate hikes may come due to inflation and strong economic growth.
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14-year-old girl arrested for injuring classmate with kerambit at Shah Alam school
A 14-year-old female student allegedly injured a male classmate with a kerambit at a Shah Alam secondary school on August 5.
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Malaysia launches National Energy Efficiency Policy and Action Plan 2026–2035 targeting RM85 billion savings
Malaysia unveiled the National Energy Efficiency Policy and Action Plan 2026–2035 to save RM85.24 billion and cut energy demand by 11.6% by 2035.
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GM to sell 49.99% stake in Indiana battery plant joint venture to Samsung SDI
General Motors will sell its entire stake in the Indiana battery joint venture to Samsung SDI, making it a wholly owned subsidiary.
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Malaysian detained at Chennai airport for smuggling 4 kg of hydroponic cannabis
Indian customs detained a Malaysian passenger arriving from Bangkok for attempting to smuggle 4.033 kg of hydroponic cannabis through Chennai Airport.
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UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF accuse FIFA leadership of breach of trust over World Cup deal
UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF accused FIFA of trust breach and deception over a plan to sell World Cup commercial rights stakes.
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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid visits former PM Ismail Sabri at National Heart Institute
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi visited former Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob at Kuala Lumpur's National Heart Institute on August 10.
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Pakatan Harapan open to cooperation based on stability and people's interests
Pakatan Harapan says it will consider political cooperation with any party that supports stability and the people’s interests, denying current ties with Bersatu.
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Witness testifies Najib received 1MDB funds but unsure if Jho Low led scheme
Angela Barkhouse testified unable to confirm Jho Low's top role but confirmed Najib Razak received 1MDB funds in a civil suit hearing.
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ASEAN targets becoming world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030 with boost to intra-trade
ASEAN is aiming to become the world’s fourth-largest economy by 2030 by increasing trade within member states, officials said.
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Malaysia’s MITI to strengthen electrical and electronics sector for global tech supply role
Malaysia’s Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry plans continued support for the electrical and electronics sector to maintain its key global supply chain role.
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Malaysia deploys 606 emergency pumps nationwide to combat El Niño drought risks
Malaysia’s Department of Irrigation and Drainage has deployed 606 portable emergency pumps nationwide to manage water supply and firefighting amid El Niño conditions.
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Court of Appeal Upholds RM169.2 Million Asset Freeze Against Ricky Wong and Associates
The Court of Appeal upheld an order freezing RM169.2 million in assets of Datuk Ricky Wong, his mother, and their company in a Securities Commission Malaysia case.