Malaysia
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Malaysia aims to complete MyLesen B2 motorcycle licence rollout by July 2026
The Ministry of Transport and Road Transport Department target July to finish the MyLesen B2 motorcycle licence programme.
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Malaysia continues refining carbon tax plan amid energy and geopolitical concerns
Malaysia is still refining its carbon tax implementation framework, with timing undecided amid global uncertainties.
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MyCC issues provisional bid-rigging finding against six firms in RM5.7 million food tender
The Malaysia Competition Commission issued a Proposed Decision against six companies for colluding in a RM5.7 million food supply tender by the National Anti-Drugs Agency.
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Teraju moved to PM's Department to boost Bumiputera Economic Transformation Plan 2035
Malaysia transferred Teraju from the Ministry of Economy to the Prime Minister's Department to fast-track the Bumiputera Economic Transformation Plan 2035.
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Malaysia Rail Link says ECRL fare rates on social media are speculative
Malaysia Rail Link clarified that East Coast Rail Link fare rates circulating online are not official and have not been announced yet.
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Vietnam police arrest 9 in cat theft ring, rescue over 500 cats from meat trade
Vietnam police arrested nine suspects and recovered more than 500 cats from a criminal group stealing cats for the meat trade.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim Visits Russia to Secure Fuel Supply Amid Global Tensions
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim began his visit to Russia on June 16 to meet Vladimir Putin and ASEAN leaders on securing Malaysia's oil and diesel supplies.
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Robinhood to Cut 10% of Workforce, About 290 to 300 Jobs, in Restructuring
Robinhood announced on June 16 it will cut 10% of its full-time staff, closing some open roles and expecting $28 million in restructuring charges.
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US and Iran agree on 60-day ceasefire extension as markets react amid yen turmoil
US and Iran reached an interim ceasefire extension and reopened Strait of Hormuz for 60 days of talks, triggering market moves in Asia and yen weakness in Japan.
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Malaysia enacts Anti-Bullying Act 2026 with parental liability and launches tribunal in Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia passed the Anti-Bullying Act 2026 today, introducing parental joint liability and launching a tribunal at AIAC with 56 members to handle bullying cases nationwide.
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Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak convicted on 25 charges in 1MDB scandal
Najib Razak was found guilty of 25 counts including abuse of power and money laundering tied to 1MDB, sentenced to 15 years and heavy fines.
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Former Ikram member pleads not guilty to 158 graft charges involving RM98 million
Fakhrudin Abd Karim pleaded not guilty to 158 graft charges involving more than RM98 million linked to Ikram Hulu Selangor branch funds.
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AT&S to invest up to €2 billion to expand Kulim plant amid AI demand
Austrian circuit board maker AT&S announced a €2 billion expansion of its Kulim, Malaysia plant driven by strong AI infrastructure demand.
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Nikkon Holdings plans privatization with US funds bidding from June 2026
Nikkon Holdings Co plans to go private and will hold bidding rounds starting in June 2026 with US investment funds involved.
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Nvidia launches $20 billion bond sale, upsized to $25 billion amid strong demand
Nvidia launched its first corporate bond offering in five years, aiming to raise $20 billion, with demand pushing size above $25 billion across seven tranches.
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Malaysian Ministry of Finance uncovers irregularities in government tenders
The Ministry of Finance revealed irregularities in government tender procurement, with tailored specifications favoring certain vendors, and reforms underway to end direct negotiations.
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Court of Appeal grants prosecution three months to serve appeal notice on Muhammed Yusoff Rawther
The Court of Appeal deferred hearing the prosecution’s appeal against Muhammed Yusoff Rawther’s acquittal, giving three months to serve the appeal notice personally.
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Bukit Kiara longhouse residents to receive permanent homes with RM1m maintenance fund
Bukit Kiara longhouse residents marked ground-breaking for permanent housing and RM1 million maintenance support on June 15, 2026.
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Australia’s Sigma Healthcare withdraws from UK Boots acquisition talks
Sigma Healthcare has ended talks to acquire UK retailer Boots, citing strategic and capital concerns.
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Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan appointed chair of Malaysian Media Council
Former Federal Court judge Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan was unanimously appointed chair of the Malaysian Media Council on May 26, 2026.
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Fatal crash on Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway kills four, including baby girl
A trailer lorry driver tested positive for methamphetamine after a June 14 crash killed four in Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway.
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Malaysia records over 76,000 wildlife conflict complaints since 2021 with RM58.7 million losses
Malaysia recorded 76,361 wildlife conflict complaints from 2021 to May 2026, causing RM58.7 million in losses nationwide.
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Ant Group is testing AI agent interface Ah Bao in Alipay super app
Ant Group is testing an AI agent interface called Ah Bao in Alipay to help users book rides and manage money.
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MetMalaysia issues thunderstorm and heavy rain warnings across Malaysia from June 14-17
The Malaysian Meteorological Department warned of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds affecting multiple states and territories from June 14 to June 17, 2026.