Malaysia

Top 16 Islamic Laws that Malaysian Top Court Declared Unconstitutional and WhyTop 16 Islamic Laws that Malaysian Top Court Declared Unconstitutional and Why

Top 16 Islamic Laws that Malaysian Top Court Declared Unconstitutional and Why

Malaysia is a multiethnic and multireligious country in Southeast Asia, with a population of about 32 million, and a GDP…

February 9, 2024
Kuala Lumpur malls going the extra mile for Chinese New Year decor Here’s a glimpseKuala Lumpur malls going the extra mile for Chinese New Year decor Here’s a glimpse

Kuala Lumpur malls going the extra mile for Chinese New Year decor Here’s a glimpse

From old Shanghai and dragon sculptures to blossoming gardens and heritage towns, shopping malls around the Klang Valley have gone…

February 8, 2024
How the Malaysian Islamic Party’s Attempt to Ban Ed Sheeran Exposes the Country’s Anti-LGBTQ+ SentimentHow the Malaysian Islamic Party’s Attempt to Ban Ed Sheeran Exposes the Country’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Sentiment

How the Malaysian Islamic Party’s Attempt to Ban Ed Sheeran Exposes the Country’s Anti-LGBTQ+ Sentiment

Malaysia is a multi-ethnic and multi-religious country in Southeast Asia, with a population of about 32 million and a GDP…

February 6, 2024
How Najib’s Reduced Sentence Undermines Public Confidence in the Malaysian JudiciaryHow Najib’s Reduced Sentence Undermines Public Confidence in the Malaysian Judiciary

How Najib’s Reduced Sentence Undermines Public Confidence in the Malaysian Judiciary

On February 2, 2024, the Malaysian Pardons Board announced that it had reduced former prime minister Najib Razak's jail sentence…

February 3, 2024
Malaysia’s Economy Falls Behind from Fastest Growing ASEAN Economy Race: Here’s WhyMalaysia’s Economy Falls Behind from Fastest Growing ASEAN Economy Race: Here’s Why

Malaysia’s Economy Falls Behind from Fastest Growing ASEAN Economy Race: Here’s Why

Malaysia is a Southeast Asian country with a population of about 32 million and a GDP of about $365 billion.…

February 1, 2024
How a Royal Pardon Could Revive or Ruin Najib’s Political CareerHow a Royal Pardon Could Revive or Ruin Najib’s Political Career

How a Royal Pardon Could Revive or Ruin Najib’s Political Career

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, who is serving a 12-year jail sentence for corruption convictions related to the 1Malaysia…

January 30, 2024
Pandora Papers Reveal the Secret Assets of Na’imah Abdul Khalid, Wife of Malaysia’s Ex-Finance MinisterPandora Papers Reveal the Secret Assets of Na’imah Abdul Khalid, Wife of Malaysia’s Ex-Finance Minister

Pandora Papers Reveal the Secret Assets of Na’imah Abdul Khalid, Wife of Malaysia’s Ex-Finance Minister

The Pandora Papers are a collection of more than 11.9 million leaked documents that expose the hidden wealth and tax…

January 27, 2024
Malaysian Travelers from China and India: Here’s Everything You Need to Know about the Removal of Visa RequirementsMalaysian Travelers from China and India: Here’s Everything You Need to Know about the Removal of Visa Requirements

Malaysian Travelers from China and India: Here’s Everything You Need to Know about the Removal of Visa Requirements

Malaysia has announced that it will remove visa requirements for travelers from China and India, starting from December 1, 2023,…

January 25, 2024
The 1MDB Scandal: How Much Money Has Malaysia Recovered and How Is It Used?The 1MDB Scandal: How Much Money Has Malaysia Recovered and How Is It Used?

The 1MDB Scandal: How Much Money Has Malaysia Recovered and How Is It Used?

The 1MDB scandal is one of the biggest cases of corruption and money laundering in history, involving the theft of…

January 23, 2024
How Malaysia’s Slot Machine Industry Gets Away with Illegal ActivitiesHow Malaysia’s Slot Machine Industry Gets Away with Illegal Activities

How Malaysia’s Slot Machine Industry Gets Away with Illegal Activities

Slot machines, also known as "jackpot" machines, are one of the most popular and addictive forms of gambling in Malaysia,…

January 20, 2024