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Sabah will be included in Ambalat plans: Minister
Daily Express Malaysia
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July 5, 2025
Sabah will be included in Ambalat plans: Minister Published on: Saturday, July 05, 2025 Published on: Sat, Jul 05, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Mohamad noted that the proposal for joint developmet in the Sulawesi Sea involving Blocks...
PM Anwar To Reinforce Importance Of Multilateralism, Inclusive World Order At BRICS Summit
Bernama
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July 5, 2025
By Vikneswaran Raman KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to reinforce the importance of multilateralism amid a rapidly polarising global landscape and Malaysia’s unwavering commitment to a more balanced,...
High seatbelt compliance in Malaysia with only 305 summonses issued
The Sun Daily
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July 5, 2025
PUTRAJAYA: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has reported an overwhelmingly positive response to the new seatbelt enforcement rule for express and tour buses. Since the regulation took effect on July 1, only 305 summonses were issued out of...
Malaysia arrests 36 Bangladeshis over IS support
Macau Business
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July 4, 2025
Malaysian police said Friday they have arrested 36 Bangladeshi migrant workers suspected of supporting the Islamic State (IS) group by promoting its ideology and raising funds through social media. Police inspector-general Mohd Khalid Ismail said...
Malaysia, France Reaffirm Call For Gaza Ceasefire And Humanitarian Aid
Bernama
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July 5, 2025
From Arul Rajoo Durar Raj PARIS, July 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and France on Friday reaffirmed their stand for a ceasefire in Gaza and for humanitarian aid to get through. The call was made by French President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister...
A footwear icon no longer forgotten: How Malaysia’s Fung Keong shoes rose from the ashes, thanks to an indie publisher
Malay Mail
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July 5, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 — If you ask younger generations today about their favourite sneaker or footwear brand, chances are they’ll name Adidas or Nike — must-haves in most wardrobes. But few might know that decades before these global giants...
Minister pledges to curb extremism among foreign workers
Free Malaysia Today
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July 4, 2025
Na’im Mokhtar said Malaysia strongly opposes any ideology that promotes extremist actions as they have no place in Islam. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: The government is stepping up efforts to counter extremist ideologies among foreign workers...
Tea master showcases Malaysia’s ‘cha’ culture
The Malaysian Star
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: For tea master Chiu Mei Ling, every cup of Chinese tea in the country is a reflection of a unique tradition that blends tea leaves with a distinct Malaysian character. “Tea in Malaysia is what I call a ‘second creation’,” says Chiu,...
Kuala Lumpur dismantles ISIS network recruiting migrants from Bangladesh
Asia News
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July 4, 2025
At least 36 men between the ages of 25 and 35 have been arrested in a series of operations against the terrorist network launched in April in the country. The militants recruited new recruits via WhatsApp, with rituals and oaths. Among the group's...
Time to enforce rear seat belt law
The Malaysian Star
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July 4, 2025
PETALING JAYA: For 16 years, a law requiring back seat passengers to wear seat belts has existed, but enforcement has been weak and many passengers remain complacent. As the Transport Ministry ramps up enforcement on various road safety issues,...
Kuala Lumpur’s Aerotrain suffers double trouble after US$100 million relaunch
South China Morning Post
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July 4, 2025
Malaysia’s long-delayed Aerotrain at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) has suffered fresh embarrassment after experiencing two service disruptions within three days, just a week after its US$100 million relaunch and a test ride by Prime...
MALAYSIA: Yayasan MBI empowers Selangor athletes with targeted funding boost, spotlight...
News Hub Asia
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July 4, 2025
In a firm show of commitment to youth and sports development, Yayasan Menteri Besar Selangor (Yayasan MBI) has disbursed over RM100,000 in financial aid to outstanding athletes and sports associations across Selangor. The contributions were...
World : Indonesia’s FM To Attend ASEAN Meetings In Kuala Lumpur
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
JAKARTA, July 4 (Bernama) -- Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono will join his ASEAN counterparts in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia next week for the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and a series of related engagements from July 8 to 11....
General : PM Anwar's Visit To France A Success, Reviving Partnerships Across All Sectors --Â President Macron
Bernama
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July 5, 2025
From Arul Rajoo Durar Raj PARIS, July 4 (Bernama) -- French President Emmanuel Macron has described Malaysia’s Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s two-day visit to France as a success, with the two nations reviving partnerships across all...
Malaysia names and launches second Littoral Combat Ship
Naval news
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July 4, 2025
The Royal Malaysian Navy’s second Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) was officially named Raja Muda Nala and launched on July 3 during ceremony at Lumut Naval Shipyard. Raja Muda Nala (pennant 2502) was officially named by the frigate’s Royal Sponsor,...
PM Anwar Discusses High-Impact Strategic Partnerships With 40 French Captains Of Industry
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today chaired a roundtable meeting with 40 captains of industry from France with operations in Malaysia to discuss strategic investment and partnership opportunities in...
Denying Visas To Athletes On Political Grounds Violates Olympic Charter, May Risk Future Hosting Rights
News18
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July 4, 2025
Last Updated:July 05, 2025, 01:54 IST A controversy emerged over India allowing the junior Pakistan hockey team to take part in an international event against the backdrop of recent tensions between the two nations At the time when India is all...
Don’t sideline locals in race for football glory, says Sarawak minister
Free Malaysia Today
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July 4, 2025
Nine of Harimau Malaya’s starting-11 in their 2027 Asian Cup qualifier against Vietnam last month were naturalised players. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: Sarawak’s sports minister has warned against having an overreliance on naturalised players in...
US to restrict AI chip shipments to Malaysia, Thailand
Free Malaysia Today
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July 4, 2025
The US has effectively banned sales of Nvidia’s advanced AI processors to China. (EPA Images pic) WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s administration plans to restrict shipments of AI chips from the likes of Nvidia Corp to Malaysia and Thailand,...
No formal protests over Malaysia’s naturalised players, says AFC
Free Malaysia Today
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July 4, 2025
Nine of Malaysia’s starting-11 in their match against Vietnam last month were naturalised players, with five of them receiving Fifa clearance just hours before kick-off. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA: The Asian Football Confederation has not...