Malaysia's ex-leader Mahathir, 99, discharged from hospitalMahathir Mohamad, Malaysia's former prime minister, has been discharged from hospital after treatment for a respiratory infection, continuing his political engagement at 99.
Joe Biden too old to be US president? Not for MalaysiansAge is not a significant concern for Malaysia's politicians and voters, as demonstrated by leaders like Mahathir Mohamad and Anwar Ibrahim.
Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Malaysian transitional prime minister, dies at 85Former Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi died at 85 due to heart disease, remembered for his moderate approach to governance and initial popularity.
Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, a Calming Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dies at 85Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Malaysia's fifth prime minister, promoted political freedoms and a moderate Islam during his tenure.
Malaysia's ex-leader Mahathir, 99, discharged from hospitalMahathir Mohamad, Malaysia's former prime minister, has been discharged from hospital after treatment for a respiratory infection, continuing his political engagement at 99.
Joe Biden too old to be US president? Not for MalaysiansAge is not a significant concern for Malaysia's politicians and voters, as demonstrated by leaders like Mahathir Mohamad and Anwar Ibrahim.
Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Malaysian transitional prime minister, dies at 85Former Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi died at 85 due to heart disease, remembered for his moderate approach to governance and initial popularity.
Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, a Calming Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dies at 85Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Malaysia's fifth prime minister, promoted political freedoms and a moderate Islam during his tenure.
ASEAN summit invites China, Gulf states amid tariffs threat DW 03/09/2025Malaysia invites China and Gulf states to ASEAN summit, aiming to boost strategic relevance without antagonizing the US.
What to expect from a Malaysia-chaired ASEAN in 2025 DW 12/10/2024Malaysia's ASEAN chairmanship in 2025 is vital for regional stability amid geopolitical tensions and internal conflicts.
China's Xi hails new golden era' with Malaysia during trade tourXi Jinping's visit to Malaysia aims to strengthen trade relations amid U.S. tariffs.
ASEAN summit invites China, Gulf states amid tariffs threat DW 03/09/2025Malaysia invites China and Gulf states to ASEAN summit, aiming to boost strategic relevance without antagonizing the US.
What to expect from a Malaysia-chaired ASEAN in 2025 DW 12/10/2024Malaysia's ASEAN chairmanship in 2025 is vital for regional stability amid geopolitical tensions and internal conflicts.
China's Xi hails new golden era' with Malaysia during trade tourXi Jinping's visit to Malaysia aims to strengthen trade relations amid U.S. tariffs.
China and Malaysia deepen ties with renewed economic pactMalaysia desires to join Global South in BRICS, deepening relations with China through renewed economic pact.China ready to work with Malaysia in advancing Chinese modernisation and boosting various sectors through pacts.
Xi arrives in Malaysia with a message: China's a better partner than TrumpXi Jinping's visit emphasizes China's reliability as a trading partner amid US trade tensions.
Malaysia probing leak of classified Chinese note over South China SeaMalaysia is investigating a leaked Chinese document urging it to cease oil drilling activities in the South China Sea due to sovereignty claims.
In a Malaysian Pop-Up City, Echoes of China's Housing CrashForest City, an ambitious $100 billion real estate project in Malaysia, faces challenges with low occupancy and transient residents despite being marketed as a luxury paradise.
China and Malaysia deepen ties with renewed economic pactMalaysia desires to join Global South in BRICS, deepening relations with China through renewed economic pact.China ready to work with Malaysia in advancing Chinese modernisation and boosting various sectors through pacts.
Xi arrives in Malaysia with a message: China's a better partner than TrumpXi Jinping's visit emphasizes China's reliability as a trading partner amid US trade tensions.
Malaysia probing leak of classified Chinese note over South China SeaMalaysia is investigating a leaked Chinese document urging it to cease oil drilling activities in the South China Sea due to sovereignty claims.
In a Malaysian Pop-Up City, Echoes of China's Housing CrashForest City, an ambitious $100 billion real estate project in Malaysia, faces challenges with low occupancy and transient residents despite being marketed as a luxury paradise.
Video. Gas pipeline fire near Kuala Lumpur injures more than 100A gas pipeline explosion in Puchong injured 112 people and damaged multiple homes, prompting emergency evacuations.
Malaysia fire: huge blaze erupts near Kuala Lumpur as gas pipeline explodesA major fire caused by a gas pipeline burst forced evacuations and prompted emergency responses in Putra Heights, Malaysia.
Video. Gas pipeline fire near Kuala Lumpur injures more than 100A gas pipeline explosion in Puchong injured 112 people and damaged multiple homes, prompting emergency evacuations.
Malaysia fire: huge blaze erupts near Kuala Lumpur as gas pipeline explodesA major fire caused by a gas pipeline burst forced evacuations and prompted emergency responses in Putra Heights, Malaysia.
Malaysia's Anwar says 'no way' to US$10 million ransom demand to end airport cyberattackCyberattack on KLIA resulted in a $10 million ransom demand, prompting the PM to refuse compliance with criminals.
Malaysia greenlights new search for missing flight MH370Malaysia's government is renewing the search for the missing MH370 plane, providing hope for closure for families of passengers.
Malaysia plans to restart a private search for the missing Flight MH370The Malaysian government plans a renewed search for missing Flight MH370, focusing on a new area in the Indian Ocean and led by Ocean Infinity.
Malaysia greenlights new search for missing flight MH370Malaysia's government is renewing the search for the missing MH370 plane, providing hope for closure for families of passengers.
Malaysia plans to restart a private search for the missing Flight MH370The Malaysian government plans a renewed search for missing Flight MH370, focusing on a new area in the Indian Ocean and led by Ocean Infinity.
ARM to sign $250M chip deal with Malaysia | TechCrunchMalaysia is enhancing its chip manufacturing capabilities through a partnership with ARM Holdings amidst global tech diversification.
Malaysian Takes Down Triton Poker Jeju $20,000 Event For $1,350,000 PaydayTuck Wai Foo wins his first seven-figure tournament title at the Triton Jeju festival with a massive field of 348 entries.
A day at the beach for displaced Rohingya children in MalaysiaTeaching extends beyond classrooms, helping refugee children heal from trauma through play at Langkawi's beach.
REV Media Group And Remix Partner To Revolutionize Malaysian Affiliate MarketingThe collaboration between REV Media Group and Remix marks a significant advancement in affiliate marketing in Malaysia.
Row over The 1975's same-sex kiss in Malaysia rumbles onThe 1975 should not bear liability for festival cancellation due to LGBTQ+ rights violations in Malaysia.
Malaysian government ordered to return LGBTQ+ Swatch watchesThe Malaysian court ordered the return of seized rainbow watches, emphasizing wrongful confiscation and governmental overreach in enforcing censorship laws.
Malaysian court orders return of Swatch watches seized over LGBTQ designsThe Malaysian court ruled in favor of Swatch, ordering the return of watches seized for LGBTQ-themed designs, citing illegal confiscation.
Row over The 1975's same-sex kiss in Malaysia rumbles onThe 1975 should not bear liability for festival cancellation due to LGBTQ+ rights violations in Malaysia.
Malaysian government ordered to return LGBTQ+ Swatch watchesThe Malaysian court ordered the return of seized rainbow watches, emphasizing wrongful confiscation and governmental overreach in enforcing censorship laws.
Malaysian court orders return of Swatch watches seized over LGBTQ designsThe Malaysian court ruled in favor of Swatch, ordering the return of watches seized for LGBTQ-themed designs, citing illegal confiscation.
Malaysia is looking to data centers to boost its economy, but experts warn of risksThe rapid growth of data centers in Johor threatens local businesses' energy access and sustainability.
Malaysia Plans Its Own 'Orangutan Diplomacy,' Inspired by China's Panda Diplomacy'Malaysia plans to gift orangutans to palm oil buyers in a diplomacy move inspired by China's Panda Diplomacy.
Malaysia is looking to data centers to boost its economy, but experts warn of risksThe rapid growth of data centers in Johor threatens local businesses' energy access and sustainability.
Malaysia Plans Its Own 'Orangutan Diplomacy,' Inspired by China's Panda Diplomacy'Malaysia plans to gift orangutans to palm oil buyers in a diplomacy move inspired by China's Panda Diplomacy.
He left the US and moved to Malaysia to retire a decade ago. Now, he lives in a $620-a-month apartment in the capital.Retiring abroad in Malaysia allowed Andrew Taylor to live comfortably on a modest budget, unlike the high cost of living in the US.
This Country Was Named the No. 1 Retirement Spot in Asia for Affordability and Great Weather-and It Has Over 800 Beautiful IslandsRetirement in the U.S. is becoming increasingly expensive, with Americans needing about $1.5 million saved.Retiring in Malaysia offers a more affordable alternative with a lower cost of living and good quality of life.
He left the US and moved to Malaysia to retire a decade ago. Now, he lives in a $620-a-month apartment in the capital.Retiring abroad in Malaysia allowed Andrew Taylor to live comfortably on a modest budget, unlike the high cost of living in the US.
This Country Was Named the No. 1 Retirement Spot in Asia for Affordability and Great Weather-and It Has Over 800 Beautiful IslandsRetirement in the U.S. is becoming increasingly expensive, with Americans needing about $1.5 million saved.Retiring in Malaysia offers a more affordable alternative with a lower cost of living and good quality of life.
Google announces $2bn investment in Malaysia, as gov't hails 26,500 jobsGoogle to invest $2bn in Malaysia for data centre and cloud region, aiming to unlock new possibilities for businesses and individuals with transformative power of AI.
World Fears a Wider Trade War. Malaysia Sees an Opportunity.Malaysia strategically attracts investments from both the U.S. and China amid rising trade tensions.
Hyundai to invest $479M in MalaysiaHyundai's $479 million investment aims to boost Malaysia's electric vehicle ecosystem, focusing on EV sales and infrastructure from 2025.
Once dubbed world's worst', Malaysia's stock market is making a comebackMalaysian stocks are gaining momentum due to economic growth and increased foreign investment from US tech giants.
Microsoft announces $2.2bn AI, cloud investment in MalaysiaMicrosoft announces $2.2bn investment in Malaysia for AI and cloud infrastructure, including training 200,000 people.
Microsoft announces $2.2B for cloud and AI in MalaysiaMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a $2.2 billion investment in Malaysia's cloud and AI infrastructure.
Google announces $2bn investment in Malaysia, as gov't hails 26,500 jobsGoogle to invest $2bn in Malaysia for data centre and cloud region, aiming to unlock new possibilities for businesses and individuals with transformative power of AI.
World Fears a Wider Trade War. Malaysia Sees an Opportunity.Malaysia strategically attracts investments from both the U.S. and China amid rising trade tensions.
Hyundai to invest $479M in MalaysiaHyundai's $479 million investment aims to boost Malaysia's electric vehicle ecosystem, focusing on EV sales and infrastructure from 2025.
Once dubbed world's worst', Malaysia's stock market is making a comebackMalaysian stocks are gaining momentum due to economic growth and increased foreign investment from US tech giants.
Microsoft announces $2.2bn AI, cloud investment in MalaysiaMicrosoft announces $2.2bn investment in Malaysia for AI and cloud infrastructure, including training 200,000 people.
Microsoft announces $2.2B for cloud and AI in MalaysiaMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a $2.2 billion investment in Malaysia's cloud and AI infrastructure.
The South by Tash Aw review an intimate epic beginsTash Aw's 'The South' is an intimate exploration of family dynamics and societal structures on a dilapidated farm in rural Malaysia.
Video. Thousands of worshippers gather in Malaysia for ThaipusamThaipusam draws enormous crowds of Hindus who demonstrate their faith by climbing 272 steps and engaging in various rituals.
Malaysia says forced resettlement of Palestinians would be ethnic cleansingMalaysia opposes forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, calling it ethnic cleansing and a violation of international law.
Malaysia wants to become Asia's Silicon Valley. This time, investors and founders say it's got a shot.Malaysia is aiming to become a regional tech hub as political stability returns.
Swiss court convicts two executives of embezzling $1.8bn from 1MDBPetroSaudi executives sentenced for embezzling $1.8bn from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, highlighting ongoing corruption from the 1MDB scandal.
Malaysia's former PM Najib Razak wins appeal for house arrest bidNajib Razak's appeal for house arrest is granted, prompting a review of his corruption case after a letter from a Pahang palace official.
Swiss court convicts two executives of embezzling $1.8bn from 1MDBPetroSaudi executives sentenced for embezzling $1.8bn from Malaysia's 1MDB fund, highlighting ongoing corruption from the 1MDB scandal.
Malaysia's former PM Najib Razak wins appeal for house arrest bidNajib Razak's appeal for house arrest is granted, prompting a review of his corruption case after a letter from a Pahang palace official.
Tesla Rumored to Partner with EVE Energy in MalaysiaEVE Energy is rumored to have signed a battery supply agreement with Tesla for its upcoming Malaysian factory, expected to supply by 2026.
Man Utd plot post-season trip to comply with Premier League financial regulationsManchester United plans a post-season tour to Malaysia, potentially netting £7.96 million to enhance financial sustainability.
Man caught with drugs worth 380,000 at Dublin Airport told gardai he thought he was carrying bird nestsKim Low Swee was sentenced to over two years in prison for attempting to import 19kg of cannabis into Ireland.
Outage at Malaysian immigration caused massive travel delaysThe Malaysia-Singapore border e-gates malfunction led to significant delays for thousands of travelers, impacting primarily those traveling by bus.
Stellantis & Leapmotor launch electric SUV in MalaysiaStellantis and Leapmotor launched an electric SUV in Malaysia, supporting the country's ambitious EV goals and contributing to a growing Southeast Asian EV market.
15th Century Malaysian Textile Takes Center Stage in DC with Crown Prince & Ambassadors - WashingtonianThe Embassy of Malaysia showcased Songket, a traditional textile, in Washington D.C., highlighting cultural diplomacy and heritage appreciation.
TikTok Cuts Hundreds of Jobs in Move Towards AI Content ModerationTikTok's layoffs signal a shift towards greater reliance on AI for content moderation, affecting hundreds of employees globally, especially in Malaysia.
Malaysia could reach high-income status by 2028, World Bank saysMalaysia on track to achieve high-income status by 2028 due to improved economic growth and reforms.
Malaysia bags another data center deal from U.S. Big Tech with $6.5 billion pledge from OracleOracle's $6.5 billion investment in Malaysia aims to enhance AI and cloud capabilities for local organizations and support national tech initiatives.
Malaysia could reach high-income status by 2028, World Bank saysMalaysia on track to achieve high-income status by 2028 due to improved economic growth and reforms.
Malaysia bags another data center deal from U.S. Big Tech with $6.5 billion pledge from OracleOracle's $6.5 billion investment in Malaysia aims to enhance AI and cloud capabilities for local organizations and support national tech initiatives.
Malaysia arrests business leaders as probe widens in child sex abuse caseThe recent arrests in Malaysia highlight systemic abuse in care homes, leading to the rescue of hundreds of children and youth.
Malaysia's only casino is in the political crosshairs as an Islamic party calls for its closureGenting's casino in Malaysia faces potential closure threats from rising Islamic political influence, posing challenges to its decades-long operations.
Malaysia's plan to block overseas DNS dies after a dayMalaysia's telecom regulator reversed its DNS blocking plan amidst backlash, highlighting concerns over censorship and government overreach.
A child polio survivor who founded a convenience store empire is Malaysia's newest billionaireLee Thiam Wah turned a roadside stall into a $3.3 billion retail empire, becoming Malaysia's latest billionaire after a successful IPO.
Asia's newest billionaire founded a grocery store in 1987 and never gave up any stake - until this week's IPOLee Thiam Wah became a billionaire with the successful IPO of 99 Speed Mart, now Malaysia's largest mini-mart chain.
A child polio survivor who founded a convenience store empire is Malaysia's newest billionaireLee Thiam Wah turned a roadside stall into a $3.3 billion retail empire, becoming Malaysia's latest billionaire after a successful IPO.
Asia's newest billionaire founded a grocery store in 1987 and never gave up any stake - until this week's IPOLee Thiam Wah became a billionaire with the successful IPO of 99 Speed Mart, now Malaysia's largest mini-mart chain.
Big Tech argues against Malaysia's industry regulationThe Asia Internet Coalition urges Malaysia to reconsider new licensing laws for social media, citing potential negative impacts on innovation and investment.
Malaysia charges ex-PM Muhyiddin over alleged royal insult DW 08/27/2024Muhyiddin Yassin faces sedition charges for insulting Malaysia's former king, highlighting tensions surrounding respect for the monarchy in political discourse.
Malaysia's orangutans will stay home after revised policy DW 08/19/2024Malaysia's revised 'orangutan diplomacy' prioritizes conservation by allowing buyers to sponsor orangutans while keeping them in their natural habitats.
Two officers killed in suspected JI attack on Malaysian police stationTwo police officers killed and one injured in an attack by a suspected member of Jemaah Islamiyah group in Malaysia.