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Malaysia, Singapore deepen ties with new economic zone DW 01/13/2025

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone aims to boost investment and facilitate trade between Malaysia and Singapore.
JS-SEZ is expected to enhance economic collaboration and job creation for both nations.

Outage at Malaysian immigration caused massive travel delays

The Malaysia-Singapore border e-gates malfunction led to significant delays for thousands of travelers, impacting primarily those traveling by bus.

Malaysia, Singapore deepen ties with new economic zone DW 01/13/2025

The Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone aims to boost investment and facilitate trade between Malaysia and Singapore.
JS-SEZ is expected to enhance economic collaboration and job creation for both nations.

Outage at Malaysian immigration caused massive travel delays

The Malaysia-Singapore border e-gates malfunction led to significant delays for thousands of travelers, impacting primarily those traveling by bus.
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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.
#corruption

Swiss court convicts two executives of embezzling $1.8bn from 1MDB

PetroSaudi 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 bid

Najib Razak's appeal for house arrest is granted, prompting a review of his corruption case after a letter from a Pahang palace official.

UK journalist sentenced to two years for defaming Malaysia's former queen

British journalist Clare Rewcastle Brown has been sentenced in absentia to two years in prison by a Malaysian court for criminally defaming the former Queen Nur Zahirah in her book The Sarawak Report.
Rewcastle Brown believes the sentence is politically motivated and revenge for her reporting on corruption in Malaysia, particularly the 1MDB scandal.

Swiss court convicts two executives of embezzling $1.8bn from 1MDB

PetroSaudi 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 bid

Najib Razak's appeal for house arrest is granted, prompting a review of his corruption case after a letter from a Pahang palace official.

UK journalist sentenced to two years for defaming Malaysia's former queen

British journalist Clare Rewcastle Brown has been sentenced in absentia to two years in prison by a Malaysian court for criminally defaming the former Queen Nur Zahirah in her book The Sarawak Report.
Rewcastle Brown believes the sentence is politically motivated and revenge for her reporting on corruption in Malaysia, particularly the 1MDB scandal.
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Tesla Rumored to Partner with EVE Energy in Malaysia

EVE Energy is rumored to have signed a battery supply agreement with Tesla for its upcoming Malaysian factory, expected to supply by 2026.
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Man Utd plot post-season trip to comply with Premier League financial regulations

Manchester United plans a post-season tour to Malaysia, potentially netting £7.96 million to enhance financial sustainability.

Malaysia plans to restart a private search for the missing Flight MH370

The Malaysian government plans a renewed search for missing Flight MH370, focusing on a new area in the Indian Ocean and led by Ocean Infinity.

Man caught with drugs worth 380,000 at Dublin Airport told gardai he thought he was carrying bird nests

Kim Low Swee was sentenced to over two years in prison for attempting to import 19kg of cannabis into Ireland.

What to expect from a Malaysia-chaired ASEAN in 2025 DW 12/10/2024

Malaysia's ASEAN chairmanship in 2025 is vital for regional stability amid geopolitical tensions and internal conflicts.
#investment

Google announces $2bn investment in Malaysia, as gov't hails 26,500 jobs

Google 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 Malaysia

Hyundai'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 comeback

Malaysian stocks are gaining momentum due to economic growth and increased foreign investment from US tech giants.

Microsoft announces $2.2bn AI, cloud investment in Malaysia

Microsoft 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 Malaysia

Microsoft 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 jobs

Google 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 Malaysia

Hyundai'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 comeback

Malaysian stocks are gaining momentum due to economic growth and increased foreign investment from US tech giants.

Microsoft announces $2.2bn AI, cloud investment in Malaysia

Microsoft 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 Malaysia

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a $2.2 billion investment in Malaysia's cloud and AI infrastructure.
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#lgbtq-rights

Malaysian government ordered to return LGBTQ+ Swatch watches

The 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 designs

The Malaysian court ruled in favor of Swatch, ordering the return of watches seized for LGBTQ-themed designs, citing illegal confiscation.

Malaysian government ordered to return LGBTQ+ Swatch watches

The 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 designs

The Malaysian court ruled in favor of Swatch, ordering the return of watches seized for LGBTQ-themed designs, citing illegal confiscation.
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#politics

Malaysia's ex-leader Mahathir, 99, discharged from hospital

Mahathir 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 Malaysians

Age is not a significant concern for Malaysia's politicians and voters, as demonstrated by leaders like Mahathir Mohamad and Anwar Ibrahim.

Malaysia's ex-leader Mahathir, 99, discharged from hospital

Mahathir 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 Malaysians

Age is not a significant concern for Malaysia's politicians and voters, as demonstrated by leaders like Mahathir Mohamad and Anwar Ibrahim.
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#china

China and Malaysia deepen ties with renewed economic pact

Malaysia 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.

Malaysia probing leak of classified Chinese note over South China Sea

Malaysia 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 Crash

Forest 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 pact

Malaysia 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.

Malaysia probing leak of classified Chinese note over South China Sea

Malaysia 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 Crash

Forest 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.
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Stellantis & Leapmotor launch electric SUV in Malaysia

Stellantis 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 - Washingtonian

The 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 Moderation

TikTok's layoffs signal a shift towards greater reliance on AI for content moderation, affecting hundreds of employees globally, especially in Malaysia.
#southeast-asia

Malaysia could reach high-income status by 2028, World Bank says

Malaysia 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 Oracle

Oracle'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 says

Malaysia 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 Oracle

Oracle's $6.5 billion investment in Malaysia aims to enhance AI and cloud capabilities for local organizations and support national tech initiatives.
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#human-rights

Malaysia arrests business leaders as probe widens in child sex abuse case

The recent arrests in Malaysia highlight systemic abuse in care homes, leading to the rescue of hundreds of children and youth.

Newspaper publishes a list of how to spot gay men & lesbians

Newspaper in Malaysia published discriminatory list to spot gay men and lesbians.
Critics emphasize the dangerous impact of such articles on LGBTQ+ individuals' safety and rights.

Malaysia arrests business leaders as probe widens in child sex abuse case

The recent arrests in Malaysia highlight systemic abuse in care homes, leading to the rescue of hundreds of children and youth.

Newspaper publishes a list of how to spot gay men & lesbians

Newspaper in Malaysia published discriminatory list to spot gay men and lesbians.
Critics emphasize the dangerous impact of such articles on LGBTQ+ individuals' safety and rights.
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Malaysia's only casino is in the political crosshairs as an Islamic party calls for its closure

Genting'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 day

Malaysia's telecom regulator reversed its DNS blocking plan amidst backlash, highlighting concerns over censorship and government overreach.
#entrepreneurship

A child polio survivor who founded a convenience store empire is Malaysia's newest billionaire

Lee 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 IPO

Lee 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 billionaire

Lee 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 IPO

Lee Thiam Wah became a billionaire with the successful IPO of 99 Speed Mart, now Malaysia's largest mini-mart chain.
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Big Tech argues against Malaysia's industry regulation

The 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 08/27/2024

Muhyiddin Yassin faces sedition charges for insulting Malaysia's former king, highlighting tensions surrounding respect for the monarchy in political discourse.
#palm-oil

Malaysia's orangutans will stay home after revised policy DW 08/19/2024

Malaysia's revised 'orangutan diplomacy' prioritizes conservation by allowing buyers to sponsor orangutans while keeping them in their natural habitats.

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's orangutans will stay home after revised policy DW 08/19/2024

Malaysia's revised 'orangutan diplomacy' prioritizes conservation by allowing buyers to sponsor orangutans while keeping them in their natural habitats.

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.
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Two officers killed in suspected JI attack on Malaysian police station

Two police officers killed and one injured in an attack by a suspected member of Jemaah Islamiyah group in Malaysia.
#realme

Realme 12+ 5G's India launch teased with "12 upgrades"

Realme is teasing the launch of the Realme 12+ 5G in India, which will take place on February 29 at an event in Malaysia.
The smartphone is said to have a luxury design and will come with '12 upgrades unseen in smartphone industry history.'
Realme has not revealed the full specifications of the Realme 12+ 5G, but shared an image of its design, which includes a circular camera island with three cameras and a vegan leather rear panel.

Realme 12+ 5G's launch date and design officially revealed

Realme will be unveiling the Realme 12+ 5G and the Realme 12 Pro+ at an event in Malaysia on February 29.
The Realme 12+ 5G has a flat design with a circular island on the rear housing three cameras and a vegan leather back panel.

Realme 12+ 5G's India launch teased with "12 upgrades"

Realme is teasing the launch of the Realme 12+ 5G in India, which will take place on February 29 at an event in Malaysia.
The smartphone is said to have a luxury design and will come with '12 upgrades unseen in smartphone industry history.'
Realme has not revealed the full specifications of the Realme 12+ 5G, but shared an image of its design, which includes a circular camera island with three cameras and a vegan leather rear panel.

Realme 12+ 5G's launch date and design officially revealed

Realme will be unveiling the Realme 12+ 5G and the Realme 12 Pro+ at an event in Malaysia on February 29.
The Realme 12+ 5G has a flat design with a circular island on the rear housing three cameras and a vegan leather back panel.
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Malaysia's path from recovery to reform | East Asia Forum

Malaysia's economic growth decelerated in 2023 due to weakness in the global economy, despite strong domestic demand and improved labour market conditions.
The Ekonomi Madani initiative aims to reconstruct Malaysia's economy with a focus on resilience, competitiveness, sustainability, and inclusive growth.
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