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Malaysia advances fiscal discipline, investment, digital governance, education, and safety initiatives
Malaysia’s government and key agencies pushed fiscal reform, strategic investment, digital access, education improvements, and public safety measures this week.
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AirAsia updates child restraint device policies after family denied boarding over special needs device
AirAsia introduced new procedures for medically approved child restraint devices after denying boarding to a family on May 26.
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Malaysia detains over 30,000 foreigners for immigration offences by May 31, including 30 in Kuala Lumpur raids
Malaysia’s Immigration Department detained 30,801 foreign nationals nationwide for immigration offences up to May 31, with 30 migrants held in Kuala Lumpur raids in early June.
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Malaysian Bar challenges Federal Court judge Ahmad Terrirudin’s JAC appointment in court
The Malaysian Bar filed a judicial review challenging Federal Court Judge Ahmad Terrirudin’s Judicial Appointments Commission membership appointed by PM Anwar Ibrahim.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim urges ethical, human-centred AI development in Tokyo speeches
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for AI development rooted in ethics, humanity, and inclusive governance during Tokyo talks on June 9 and 10.
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Former MACC chief Azam Baki files defamation suit against Albert Tei after intimidation probe ends
Azam Baki, former MACC chief, sued businessman Albert Tei for defamation following a police intimidation probe closed as no further action.
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Malaysia's approved investments hit RM92.8 billion in Q1 2026 with Japan top foreign investor
Malaysia recorded RM92.8 billion in approved investments in the first quarter of 2026, led by Japan's RM21.5 billion inflow, while maintaining its 2026 Opec+ oil production quota.
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AMMB to Acquire Menara AmBank Office Tower for RM331 Million in Cash Deal
AMMB Holdings Bhd is acquiring Menara AmBank in Kuala Lumpur from AmFIRST REIT for RM331 million via subsidiary AmBank (M) Bhd.
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Sessions Court issues third-party notices for jewellery and gold bullion linked to ex-army chief's wife
Sessions Court issued notices for claims on jewellery and 3.85 kg of gold bullion tied to former army chief’s wife, with July 31 hearing set.
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Strategy Inc Buys 1,550 Bitcoin for $101 Million After Prior Sale Sparked Sell-Off
Strategy Inc, led by Michael Saylor, purchased 1,550 bitcoins for $101.3 million last week, raising total holdings to 845,256 bitcoins valued near $63.9 billion.
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Intesa Sanpaolo launches €30.6 billion bid to acquire Monte dei Paschi di Siena
Intesa Sanpaolo made an unsolicited €30.6 billion offer to buy Monte dei Paschi di Siena, surpassing a rival merger proposal by Banco BPM.
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Malaysia orders crackdown on foreigners abusing visitor and student visas for business
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim directs immediate enforcement against foreigners misusing visas to run businesses, involving multiple agencies in Malaysia.
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Euan Smith resigns as Astro Malaysia CEO; Henry Tan named interim CEO
Euan Smith resigned as group CEO of Astro Malaysia Holdings on June 7 after six years, with Henry Tan to become interim CEO on June 16.
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Tan Sri Noh Omar rejoins Umno and Barisan Nasional after leaving Bersatu
Tan Sri Noh Omar left Bersatu and rejoined Umno and the Barisan Nasional coalition on June 7, 2026.
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Malaysia’s Home Minister stresses balanced approach to refugee issues amid public pressure
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stressed balancing national security and humanitarian concerns in refugee policy today.
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Asian Stocks Plunge on June 8 on US Rate Hike Fears, Middle East Tensions
Asian markets sank sharply on June 8 as South Korea's KOSPI triggered a circuit breaker amid US rate hike fears and Middle East tensions.
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Securities Commission and Bursa Malaysia propose LEAP Market 2.0 to boost fundraising for smaller firms
Securities Commission Malaysia and Bursa Malaysia proposed LEAP Market 2.0 to expand capital access for MSMEs and mid-tier companies on May 18, 2026.
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Thailand approves Sungai Golok Basin project to boost flood control and water security
The Thai Cabinet approved the Sungai Golok Basin development project to improve flood risk reduction and water management at the Malaysia-Thailand border today.
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MACC uncovers RM9 million false claims in Malaysia's Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission uncovered RM9.01 million in false claims under the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 programme involving 143 companies and 320 workers.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim completes official visit to Japan, deepens tech and energy ties
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited Japan June 8-10 to boost cooperation in technology, energy, and security sectors.
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Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim Rejects Fuel Price Hikes, Commits to Subsidies
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim rejected raising fuel prices and pledged continued subsidy spending to ease costs for Malaysians amid global supply strains.
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Middle East conflict drives jet fuel prices to record highs, strains airlines and OPEC+ output
Soaring jet fuel prices from the US-Israel war with Iran disrupt airlines and push OPEC+ to raise oil production despite supply cuts.
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Datuk Ismail Yusop ends tenure as J-KOM director-general; Syam Ghaz appointed successor
Datuk Ismail Yusop stepped down as J-KOM director-general on June 7, 2026, with Syam Ghaz named as his successor the same day.
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Sultan Ibrahim Meets Johor Menteri Besar for Briefing on Economic and Welfare Matters
Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar held an audience with Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz Ghazi at Istana Pasir Pelangi on June 7, 2026, for a state affairs briefing.