Malaysia
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Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade sales rise 10.1% to RM168.5 billion in June 2026
Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade sales grew 10.1% year-on-year to RM168.5 billion in June 2026, driven by strong motor vehicle and specialised wholesale sales.
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to be discharged after hernia surgery
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to leave hospital on August 12 following successful hernia surgery and recovery.
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New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon survives second National Party confidence vote
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon retained leadership after a National Party confidence vote on August 12, 2026, ahead of the November election.
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Malaysian Police Investigate Kedah Chief Minister Over Race-Linked Remarks
Police launched an investigation against Kedah Chief Minister Sanusi Md Nor after racially sensitive remarks at a July 8 event prompted a police report.
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Former Subang MP Wong Chen resigns from PKR and joins Bersama party
Wong Chen resigned as Subang MP and from PKR, then joined Bersama party on August 12, 2026.
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Malaysia suspends issuance of passports exceeding 10-year validity after travel issues abroad
Malaysia's Immigration Department has suspended issuing passports valid more than 10 years following overseas airline check-in difficulties.
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RM20.3 Million Transferred from PNB to FashionValet in 2018 Amid Trial
Two transfers totaling RM20.3 million were made from Permodalan Nasional Berhad to FashionValet in 2018 amid a criminal breach of trust trial.
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Fire at Selangor Wholesale Market in Seri Kembangan causes explosions and major damage
A fire broke out at the Selangor Wholesale Market on July 24, causing explosions and destroying most of a shop, with no casualties reported so far.
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Twelve arrested over gang robbery of Taiwanese YouTuber in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysian police arrested 12 suspects over a gang robbery targeting a Taiwanese YouTuber in Cheras.
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Malaysia and Australia discuss rare earth and neodymium magnet cooperation
Malaysia and Australia met to explore cooperation in rare earth elements and neodymium magnet manufacturing on August 11, 2026.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim Sends Best Wishes to Commonwealth Games Team, Congratulates ONE Muay Thai Champion
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged Malaysian athletes at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games to compete with integrity and congratulated Muay Thai champion Alif Rakib.
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World Bank estimates Venezuela earthquakes caused US$19.6 billion in physical damage
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, causing US$19.6 billion in damage and thousands of casualties, the World Bank said.
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Malaysian extremist groups shift recruitment to online platforms including Roblox targeting youths
Extremist groups in Malaysia have shifted from face-to-face recruitment to online methods like Roblox, with many recent arrests involving teenagers.
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Malaysia’s Senate passes law to prosecute cross-border child sex offenders
Malaysia’s Dewan Negara approved an amendment extending legal reach to prosecute child sex offences committed abroad by those linked to Malaysia.
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Selangor allocates RM40.5 million for 39 flood mitigation projects in Petaling Jaya
Selangor state government allocated RM40.5 million for flood mitigation across Petaling Jaya, covering 39 projects to address flash floods, officials said.
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No by-election for Subang seat after Wong Chen resignation, EC announces
Subang MP Wong Chen resigned, and Election Commission confirmed no by-election for the seat will be held.
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Barisan Nasional Unveils 88-Point Manifesto for Negeri Sembilan State Election
Barisan Nasional launched an 88-point manifesto on July 25 aiming to revive stalled development plans and attract RM30 billion in investments.
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Lim Guan Eng faces corruption charges over RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel project
Lim Guan Eng is charged with receiving RM3.3 million in bribes linked to the RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel and roads contract.
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Chief Secretary orders immediate steps to fix service issues at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre
Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar held a meeting on July 23 to address complaints about service delays and staff shortages at Universiti Malaya Medical Centre.
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Barisan Nasional affirms unity government commitment, denies plans to topple Anwar Ibrahim
Barisan Nasional pledges to stay in Malaysia's unity government until parliament ends, rejecting rumors of a bid to remove Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
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Malaysia's Renewable Energy Capacity Nears 32%, On Track for 35% by 2030
Malaysia reached nearly 32% renewable energy capacity in June 2026, advancing toward its 35% target for 2030.
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Malaysian businesses face weakened confidence and financing challenges amid rising costs in 1H 2026
Malaysian businesses reported weakened confidence and financing difficulties in 1H 2026 due to rising costs and global uncertainties, ACCCIM survey shows.
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Malaysia’s National Registration Department denies enforcement campaign on MyKad address updates
The National Registration Department said it is not enforcing a campaign to require MyKad address updates or penalizing those who have not updated them.
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BN and PN form alliance for Negeri Sembilan election with Jalaluddin Alias as top Menteri Besar candidate
Barisan Nasional and Perikatan Nasional agreed to contest all 36 Negeri Sembilan state seats together, naming Jalaluddin Alias as their leading Menteri Besar candidate.