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Bank of Japan signals possible faster rate hikes amid rising inflation concerns
The Bank of Japan held its policy rate at 1% in July 2026 but signaled possible faster rate hikes due to inflation risks.
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Maybank IBG raises Malaysia's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.9% on AI momentum
Maybank Investment Banking Group raised Malaysia's 2026 GDP growth forecast to 4.9%, citing strong economic data and AI-driven technology gains.
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Zahid proposes returning part of FGV-managed land to Felda to improve finances
Deputy Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi proposed returning some FGV-managed land to Felda to help settle debts and boost settler returns.
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Malaysia proposes amendments to rice control law to expand enforcement and increase fines
Malaysia tabled the Control of Padi and Rice (Amendment) Bill 2026 to widen regulatory powers and raise fines for rice market offences.
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Former PETRONAS Manager Charged Over Attempted Leak of Confidential Document to Petros
Mohd Khairul Akmal Jasni, ex-PETRONAS manager, faces charges for allegedly trying to leak confidential upstream business data to Petros in June 2024.
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Malaysia records 73 heat-related illnesses and 4 deaths since January 2026
Malaysia reported 73 cases of heat-related illnesses including 4 deaths nationwide since January 1, 2026, the Health Ministry said.
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Bank Negara Malaysia's international reserves rise to US$132.6 billion at end-June 2026
Bank Negara Malaysia reported its international reserves increased to US$132.6 billion as of June 30, 2026, up from US$130.5 billion two weeks earlier.
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MACC arrests three over alleged RM20 million false claims in rice financing scheme
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission arrested three over false RM20 million claims for rice and paddy financing.
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Malaysia centralises foreign worker quota under HR Ministry with new digital system
Malaysia moved foreign worker quota management to the Human Resources Ministry on July 6, requiring digital submissions via the e-Quota system.
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Malaysia mandates media complaints against journalists be referred to Malaysian Media Council first
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced complaints against journalists must be referred to the Malaysian Media Council before investigations start.
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Malaysia launches e-invoice voluntary disclosure programme and Cabinet to review system and foreign worker EPF rules
Malaysia unveiled an e-invoice voluntary disclosure programme and its Cabinet will review the e-invoice system and foreign worker EPF contributions.
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Malaysia's Health Ministry to offer permanent posts to all housemen by 2028
Malaysia’s Health Ministry aims to give permanent jobs to all housemen immediately after training by 2028 as part of ongoing reforms.
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Malaysia centralises foreign worker quota approvals under Human Resources Ministry
Malaysia’s Cabinet assigned foreign worker quota management to the Human Resources Ministry, ending case-by-case approvals and mandating digital submissions from July 1, 2026.
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34 arrested in Kuala Lumpur raid on unlicensed World Cup betting call centre
Police arrested 34 people in a raid on an unlicensed World Cup betting call centre in Taman Wahyu, Kuala Lumpur on July 5.
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EasyJet Agrees in Principle to Castlelake's £5.2 Billion Takeover Offer
EasyJet agreed in principle to Castlelake LP's £5.2 billion takeover bid, valued at £6.90 per share in cash.
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Malaysia pushes land export route to China to aid durian farmers amid price drop
Malaysia is negotiating with China and Thailand to open a land and rail route for durian exports to reduce costs and expand markets amid falling fruit prices.
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Malaysian man from Sarawak arrested in Macau for heroin smuggling with prior drug convictions
A 24-year-old Malaysian man was arrested in Macau on June 20 for attempting to smuggle nearly 3 kg of heroin concealed in tuna tins.
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38.3% of active Malaysian EPF members meet basic retirement savings target as of May 2026
As of May 31, 2026, 38.3% of active Employees Provident Fund (EPF) members aged 18-60 have reached the basic retirement savings target of RM390,000.
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Iran and Qatar resume maritime trade after five-month suspension
Iran and Qatar restarted maritime shipping between Dayyer and Al Ruwais ports after a five-month halt following a Gulf conflict.
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Malaysian police investigate 'corporate mafia' allegations linked to MACC officers
Police have been probing alleged 'corporate mafia' involvement by MACC officers since October 2025 amid claims of intimidation and extortion.
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Malaysia to Finalise National TVET Commission Establishment by End of 2026
Malaysia plans to finalise its National TVET Commission setup and table related legislation by year-end 2026.
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King and Prime Minister of Malaysia Send Birthday Greetings to Sultan of Kedah on His 84th Birthday
King Sultan Ibrahim and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim extended birthday wishes to Kedah’s Sultan Sallehuddin on his 84th birthday.
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Uber Pauses Food Delivery Expansion in Five European Countries Amid Delivery Hero Bid
Uber has halted planned 2026 food delivery launches in five European countries while pursuing a takeover of Delivery Hero.
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Woman fined RM500 for assaulting Sultan of Perak during National Day celebration
Nurhaswani Afni Mohamad Zorki was fined RM500 after pleading guilty to assaulting Sultan Nazrin Shah during Perak National Day on August 31, 2025.