Malaysia
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Malaysia's GDP grows 5.8% in Q2 2026 amid global uncertainties
Malaysia's economy expanded 5.8% in Q2 2026, driving 5.6% growth in the first half despite global challenges.
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Female driver crashes SUV into Kota Kinabalu airport departure hall entrance
A 66-year-old woman crashed an SUV into the glass entrance of Kota Kinabalu International Airport's departure hall on August 7, causing minor injuries and property damage.
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MACC urges stronger whistleblower protections to boost Malaysia's CPI ranking
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission called on senior officials to prioritise whistleblower protection and improved governance to raise Malaysia's CPI rank.
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GEAR-uP domestic investments triple to RM20.3 billion in 2025, led by Khazanah and EPF
Government-linked investment companies deployed RM20.3 billion in domestic investments under GEAR-uP in 2025, tripling 2024’s RM6.6 billion.
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Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Ismail Lasim appointed head of three key state portfolios
Datuk Ismail Lasim will lead three major portfolios in Negeri Sembilan's 2026-2031 state government administration.
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Former Chief Justice Tun Mohamed Eusoff Chin dies, PM Anwar Ibrahim pays tribute
Tun Mohamed Eusoff Chin, former Malaysian Chief Justice, died August 7; Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim praised his judicial service and offered condolences.
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Opposition leader Lim Tean arrested in Johor Bahru over Singapore jail sentence
Lim Tean was arrested on August 6, 2026, in Johor Bahru after failing to surrender for a jail term in Singapore.
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Malaysia enforces age restrictions on social media users under 16 to boost online safety
Malaysia began enforcing restrictions requiring platforms to verify age and block users under 16 on June 1, 2026.
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Lim Guan Eng Questions UMNO’s Commitment to Penang Unity Government After Reezal’s Remarks
Lim Guan Eng challenged UMNO’s role in Penang’s unity government following Reezal Merican’s comments on identity politics and party cooperation.
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Nurul Izzah Anwar steps down as PKR deputy president to study
Nurul Izzah Anwar has temporarily stepped aside as PKR deputy president to pursue further studies, starting after the PKR National Congress in August.
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Fare Payment Starts August 15 for LRT3 Shah Alam Line in Malaysia
Passengers on the LRT3 Shah Alam Line will start paying fares from August 15, ending a six-week free travel period.
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Three Policemen Die in Suspected Electrocution Near Weston Police Station in Beaufort
Three rank-and-file policemen were electrocuted and killed near Weston Police Station, Beaufort on August 6, 2026.
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Diageo launches $1 billion savings plan under new CEO Dave Lewis
Diageo announced a restructuring to save $1 billion amid sales drops under CEO Dave Lewis.
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Malaysia's GDP rises 6% in Q2 2026, surpassing official forecast
Malaysia’s economy grew 6.0% year-on-year in Q2 2026, beating forecasts as exports and industrial output drove expansion.
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Modular classrooms under Program Cakna MADANI to finish by December 2026
Malaysia's Public Works Department will complete modular classrooms for 14 schools by December 2026 using the Modular Precast System.
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Malaysia’s Q2 2026 GDP grows 6% despite rising inflation and cost pressures
Malaysia’s economy expanded 6.0% year-on-year in Q2 2026, beating forecasts amid rising inflation and ongoing cost of living pressures.
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Auditor General barred from probing Najib Razak’s personal accounts during 1MDB audit
The Auditor General was prevented from examining Najib Razak’s personal bank accounts amid the 1MDB audit in 2015, limiting the scope of the investigation.
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High Court sets aside RM313.8 million tax claim against Na’imah Abdul Khalid
The High Court ruled on August 6, 2026, to set aside a RM313.8 million tax claim against Na’imah Abdul Khalid related to foreign property taxes.
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Falling tree incidents in Malaysia cause 50 deaths and prompt calls for safety audits
Malaysia recorded 26,001 falling tree incidents from 2021 to mid-2026, causing 50 deaths and prompting calls for regular safety audits.
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Indonesia to close over 750 state-owned enterprises by end of 2026 amid management issues
Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto announced a plan to shut more than 750 unproductive state-owned enterprises by December 31, 2026.
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East Coast Rail Link Phase 1 aims for December 2026 operations, ahead of original January 2027 date
Malaysia targets December 2026 launch for ECRL Phase 1 service from Kota Bharu to Gombak ahead of schedule.
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Six Senior Kuala Lumpur Police Officers Reshuffled in Key Leadership Posts
Six senior police officers in Kuala Lumpur were reshuffled and promoted to key leadership positions in a ceremony on August 6, 2026.
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Haze and dry weather persist in Sarawak with unhealthy air quality levels
Haze continues in Sarawak and parts of Malaysia due to hot, dry weather and low rainfall, causing unhealthy air quality in multiple areas.
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PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar to take leave after 2026 National Congress for further studies
PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar will step away from party duties after the 2026 National Congress to pursue further studies while continuing her political work via civil society.