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Malaysian police probe officer over viral China video; ready to seek Interpol help on World Cup gambling
Royal Malaysian Police investigate personnel for alleged insult in China video and pledge international help against World Cup betting syndicates.
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Malaysia strengthens maritime economy and deepens strategic energy and trade ties
Malaysia advances resilient maritime economy and secures long-term energy and trade cooperation with key partners.
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Malaysian parliamentary committee backs reforms to separate AG and Public Prosecutor roles
A Malaysian parliamentary committee has recommended reforms for public prosecutor appointments and oversight to separate the role from the Attorney General's office.
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Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 generates over RM392 million in economic returns
Rain Rave Water Music Festival 2026 drew 415,000 visitors across six Malaysian states, generating RM392.33 million in economic returns.
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Malaysia reports sharp rise in online fraud cases and losses from 2024 to 2026
Malaysia saw online fraud cases more than double from 2024 to 2025, with losses reaching RM2.9 billion, and new online safety codes take effect in June 2026.
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Malaysia passes Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2026 with tougher penalties for street racing
Malaysia’s Dewan Rakyat passed the Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2026 introducing harsher fines and jail terms for illegal racing and new traffic offences.
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Malaysia’s Mental Health Costs Could Hit RM25.3 Billion by 2030 Without Action
Malaysia’s economic burden from mental health issues may reach RM25.3 billion by 2030 if unaddressed, the Dewan Rakyat committee warns.
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Malaysia tables multiple bills including AI Governance, Cybercrime, Prisons, Child Sexual Offences amendments
Malaysia’s government tabled bills on AI governance, cybercrime, prisons, and child sexual offences in Parliament this week.
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King Sultan Ibrahim grants royal assent to eight Bills and donates RM500,000 to Sabah fire victims
King Sultan Ibrahim granted royal assent to eight Bills and donated RM500,000 to Sabah fire victims on June 22 and June 24, 2026.
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Progress in US-Iran talks lifts Asian stocks and industrial metals amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Iran and the US made major progress in peace talks with a 60-day roadmap, boosting Asian stocks and copper prices despite renewed Strait of Hormuz closures.
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Tekun Nasional pilots 24-hour approval for financing below RM20,000
Tekun Nasional announced a pilot to approve financing below RM20,000 within 24 hours, aiming to launch it in two to three months.
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PM Anwar to launch LRT3 Shah Alam line June 28; operations start June 29
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will officially launch the 37.8 km LRT3 Shah Alam line on June 28, with operations beginning June 29 in Klang Valley.
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Malaysia and Bangladesh agree to deepen ASEAN cooperation on Rohingya refugee crisis
Malaysia and Bangladesh will coordinate through ASEAN to seek lasting solutions for Rohingya refugees, announced leaders at a June 22 press conference.
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Malaysia Parliament debates economic effects of Strait of Hormuz disruptions and haj reforms
Malaysia’s Dewan Rakyat on June 22 discussed trade impacts from Strait of Hormuz disruptions and haj system reforms for 2027.
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Malaysia to Replace Certificate in Legal Practice with New Practice-Based Bar Course
Malaysia will replace the Certificate in Legal Practice exam with a New Bar Course focused on practical skills starting in 2027.
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AirAsia X Cuts Airfares by 5% Starting June 15 as Jet Fuel Prices Fall
AirAsia X reduced fares by about 5% from June 15 in response to declining jet fuel prices.
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Bank Negara Malaysia's international reserves stand at US$129.5 billion as of May 15, 2026
Bank Negara Malaysia reported international reserves of US$129.5 billion on May 15, 2026, a slight decrease from April 30.
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Dutch Supreme Court Hears Case on Shell’s CO2 Reduction Obligations
The Dutch Supreme Court heard a case Friday on whether Shell must cut CO2 emissions 45% by 2030 from 2019 levels.
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German economy grows 0.3% in Q1 2026 as exports rise 3.3%
Germany’s economy expanded 0.3% in the first quarter of 2026, driven by a 3.3% rise in exports, official data showed.
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Alliance Bank reports 10.1% net profit rise and 7.5% loan growth in FY2026
Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd posted a 10.1% net profit increase to RM826.53 million for FY2026, backed by loan growth and higher revenue.
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Iran war halts most tanker traffic through Strait of Hormuz, Malacca less affected
Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz in February 2026 cut tanker traffic from 46 to fewer than 2 daily crossings in March, with partial reopening attempts failing.
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Malaysia launches SuRIA Home solar rebate program with RM150 million funding
Malaysia launched the SuRIA Home initiative to offer solar rebates up to RM3,000 for residential rooftop systems starting June 1, 2026.
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Asia Digital Engineering secures $100M loan from QNB to fund expansion
Asia Digital Engineering secured a $100 million financing facility from QNB Group to expand capacity and refinance debt.
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Malaysian Army suspends hand grenade training after fatal blast at Kedah camp
The Malaysian Army suspended hand grenade training after a fatal explosion killed two soldiers at Hobart Camp, Kedah on June 16, 2026.