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Malaysia's international reserves reach US$132.07 billion at end-July 2026
Malaysia's international reserves stood at US$132.07 billion at end-July 2026, with exports rising 38.2% year-on-year in July.
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West Coast Expressway expects over 150,000 vehicles daily during National Day and school holidays
West Coast Expressway (WCE) predicts more than 150,000 daily vehicles during Malaysia's National Day and school holiday period.
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3.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Temenggor, Gerik in Perak early Friday
A 3.4-magnitude earthquake hit Temenggor, Gerik, Perak at 12:06 a.m. on August 28, with tremors felt in nearby villages but no reported damage.
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Malaysia targets RM50 billion medical device exports by 2030 with investment boost
Malaysia recorded RM34.54 billion in medical device exports in 2025 and aims to surpass RM50 billion by 2030, supported by new investments and job growth.
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Transboundary haze causes hazardous air quality levels in Sarawak and across Malaysia
Indonesia’s transboundary haze worsened air quality in Malaysia, with Sarawak reporting hazardous Air Pollutant Index readings reaching 475 in Serian.
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Malaysia holds 2026 National Day celebrations at Dataran Putrajaya with 10,819 participants
Malaysia conducted its 2026 National Day parade at Dataran Putrajaya on August 31 with over 80,000 attendees despite moderate haze.
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Former HR Minister M. Saravanan charged with accepting RM1.1 million bribes for foreign worker quotas
Datuk Seri M. Saravanan pleaded not guilty to bribery charges involving RM1.097 million to approve foreign worker quotas in 2022.
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Melaka CM Says State Election Will be Held After Johor and Negeri Sembilan Polls
Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said Melaka’s state election will likely occur after Johor and Negeri Sembilan polls conclude.
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Malaysia assures no closure of healthcare facilities, Segamat Hospital remains open
Malaysia's government confirmed no healthcare facilities, including Segamat Hospital, will shut down despite service pressures.
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Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 nose gear failure injures crew at Frankfurt Airport
A Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 aircraft suffered a nose landing gear failure at Frankfurt Airport on June 4, injuring several crew and ground staff before boarding.
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MyCEB launches first business events seminars in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
The Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau held inaugural business events seminars in Almaty and Tashkent in June 2026.
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Worsening Haze and Heavy Rain Forecast Across Malaysia Through August 31, 2026
Malaysia faces worsening haze and heavy rain warnings through August 31, with Sarawak hardest hit and thunderstorms forecast on National Day.
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South Korean stocks plunge over 5% amid tech selloff and stalled US-Iran talks
South Korean stocks fell sharply on June 5, with KOSPI dropping 5.25% due to global tech declines and tensions in US-Iran talks.
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Malaysia moves 2026 National Day PM address to PICC due to haze; key initiatives to be unveiled
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will deliver the 2026 National Day address at PICC instead of Dataran Merdeka due to haze concerns on August 30.
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Malaysia Cabinet Approves Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan Elevated Expressway in Principle
The Malaysian Cabinet approved in principle the Bandar Malaysia-Seri Kembangan Elevated Expressway to boost connectivity in Greater Kuala Lumpur.
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Malaysia to start voluntary repatriation of 1,476 Myanmar nationals on Sept 29
Malaysia will begin the first phase of a voluntary repatriation program returning 1,476 Myanmar nationals on September 29, 2026.
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Malaysia's business confidence rises to 5.9% in Q3 2026 with broad sector gains
Malaysia's Overall business confidence climbed to 5.9% in Q3 2026 from negative 1.8% in Q2, led by rebounds in industry, construction, and trade sectors.
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US dollar edges higher ahead of Jackson Hole speech as Malaysian ringgit and Bursa Malaysia gain
The US dollar rose against major currencies Aug 26-28 ahead of Fed chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech, while Malaysian ringgit and Bursa Malaysia showed gains amid cautious sentiment.
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Malaysia's medical claims inflation rises 12.28% in 2025 amid higher healthcare use
Malaysia's medical claims inflation rose 12.28% in 2025, driven mainly by increased healthcare utilisation, experts say.
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Madani government maintains freeze on new gambling licences since late 2022
The Madani government has not issued new gambling licences or increased gambling premises since taking office at the end of 2022.
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Malaysia Health Ministry reviews dengue vaccine amid surge in cases in 2026
Malaysia’s Health Ministry is studying dengue vaccines including a Japanese option before adding them to the National Immunisation Programme amid rising dengue cases.
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Former Tabung Haji chairman and ex-Treasury secretary-general remanded in MACC probe
Malaysia’s MACC remanded former Tabung Haji chairman and ex-Treasury secretary-general for seven days starting Aug 27 in graft probe linked to RCI report.
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Malaysia to Lead ASEAN Green Jobs Agenda 2026-2030 Amid Automotive and Logistics Challenges
Malaysia will lead ASEAN's green jobs agenda for 2026-2030 while facing key challenges in its automotive and logistics sectors.
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Malaysian hikers at Annapurna Base Camp safe amid Nepal-Tibet flash floods
About 65 to 70 Malaysian hikers at Annapurna Base Camp remain safe following a flash flood near the Nepal-Tibet border on August 26.