Malaysia has enacted a new anti-bullying law and established a tribunal to address the issue, which affects thousands of students annually. The law introduces parental liability for minors convicted of bullying, a clause met with both welcome and caution from parent groups.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and confiscated over MYR 500,000 (USD 124,000) in illicit funds during a crackdown on illegal World Cup gambling. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targeted betting websites and platforms.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and seized over half a million ringgit (US$124,000) in illicit proceeds during a World Cup gambling crackdown. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targets illegal football betting from June 11 to July 19, with 52 raids conducted and 42 websites/apps flagged.
Vietnamese trawlers are reportedly entering Malaysian waters at night to fish illegally, raising concerns about Malaysia's ability to govern its seas and threatening its blue economy initiatives. Local fishermen and the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency highlight the issue, which impacts marine resources and local communities.
Malaysia plans to increase the number of Russian tourists visiting the country, according to Dato' Charon Wardini Mokhzani, co-chair of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council. He also highlighted potential for expanded cooperation in food, energy, logistics, and technology sectors.
LĐBĐ Malaysia (FAM) thông báo chấm dứt hợp đồng với Giám đốc điều hành Rob Friend, HLV ĐTQG Peter Cklamovski và các trợ lý, cũng như HLV U23 Nafuzi Zain. Quyết định này được đưa ra sau vụ bê bối gian lận nhập tịch khiến Malaysia mất vé dự Asian Cup 2027.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia and Malaysia have boosted their trade turnover by 12.9% in 2025, calling it a good result. Separately, air defenses reportedly shot down seven drones heading towards Moscow.
Malaysian police deported two Indian nationals wanted for their alleged involvement in a railway line explosion in Punjab. Indian media links the incident to a militant plot connected to the Khalistan separatist movement and Pakistan's ISI.
Asean leaders met with Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia, marking 35 years of ties and demonstrating Asean's diplomatic reach beyond Western pressure. The leaders sought energy, fertilizer, and technology, signaling a desire to engage with Russia despite geopolitical tensions and doubts about Washington's commitment.
Three young rugby players have died in Malaysia within weeks due to heatstroke, dehydration, and organ failure. The incidents, occurring during matches and training in high temperatures and humidity, have sparked concerns about player safety and the need for adjustments in the sport.
News highlights include Russia's appreciation for Malaysia's ASEAN partnership, escalating tensions in Iran with US and Israeli operations, and ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Discussions also touch on nuclear arsenals, energy supply crises, and international diplomatic efforts.
Thị trường đồ cũ Nhật Bản đang phát triển mạnh mẽ tại châu Á, với người tiêu dùng đánh giá cao chất lượng sản phẩm đã qua sử dụng. Các doanh nghiệp Nhật Bản đang mở rộng quy mô ra nước ngoài, tận dụng xu hướng kinh tế tuần hoàn và nhu cầu về sản phẩm tái chế giá cả phải chăng.
President Vladimir Putin expressed Moscow's appreciation for Malaysia's support in developing Russia's strategic partnership with ASEAN during a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Putin welcomed the Malaysian delegation to a summit celebrating 35 years of Russia-ASEAN relations and noted coordination between the countries in international formats like the UN and BRICS.
President Vladimir Putin stated that Malaysia is a "long-standing and reliable partner" for Russia in the Asia-Pacific region, emphasizing cooperation based on "mutual respect and consideration of interests." The leaders met as the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations approaches.
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that trade turnover between Russia and Malaysia increased by 12.9% by the end of 2025. He highlighted this growth at a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, also noting cooperation in education, science, technology, tourism, and humanitarian ties.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan. The Kremlin noted Malaysia's importance as a key partner in the Asia-Pacific region, highlighting active political dialogue and similar positions on global issues.
Malaysia received a completed food safety standards questionnaire from Thailand, a key step towards potentially lifting its ban on five species of Thai shrimp imposed on June 1. The ban was a response to Thailand's increased inspections of Malaysian sea bass.
Malaysian tourists are facing backlash in China for filming strangers and calling locals "smelly" and disrespectful. Videos posted on TikTok, though later deleted, went viral on Malaysian social media, sparking debate on travel etiquette and national image.
Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has alerted collectors of high-value items like trading cards that their hobby may be subject to income tax if it constitutes a business activity. The LHDN uses 'badges of trade' to determine taxability, considering factors like transaction frequency, profit motive, and organization.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn will attend the Russia-ASEAN Business Forum in Kazan on June 17. The forum will focus on IT, AI, trade, and logistics, bringing together business representatives from over fifteen countries.
A judge described the 1MDB scandal's plunder as so vast it made Attila the Hun look like a choirboy, in his 809-page judgment convicting former Malaysian PM Najib Razak. Najib is already jailed for a separate case linked to the fund.
Malaysian tech success story Respond.io has secured $62.5 million in Series B funding. The customer conversation management software company, with $35 million in ARR, uses AI agents to handle customer inquiries and close sales across messaging apps.
A new Netflix Korean drama, "Teach You a Lesson," is striking a chord in Malaysia, where parents are highly vigilant due to ongoing inquests into schoolgirl deaths and frequent bullying cases. The series depicts a former special forces officer intervening in schools where teachers have lost control.
A new Netflix Korean drama, "Teach You a Lesson," is striking a chord in Malaysia, a country grappling with the aftermath of a schoolgirl's death and ongoing bullying cases. The series depicts a former special forces officer intervening in schools with disciplinary issues.
