Malaysia

A big fire started on an oil tanker near Malaysia’s coast on Sunday, which led to a big rescue mission. The ship called MT Agung Samudra had about 1 million barrels of crude oil on board when the event happened. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency and the Royal Malaysian Air Force successfully rescued all 27 crew members and ensured their …

Dale, coach of Malaysian esports team Todak, has been named the Coach of the Year at the 2021 Mobile Legends Professional League (MPL) Malaysia Awards. Dale, whose real name is Mohd Izrin, was recognized for his outstanding performance in leading Todak to a championship victory against rivals RSG Malaysia in April. The team’s dedication to consistent training and unwavering discipline, …

The Philippines’ Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Malaysian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) to boost bilateral trade and investment between the two nations. The agreement was signed virtually on April 27, 2023, in the presence of DTI Secretary Ramon Lopez and MCCI President Datuk Tan Cheng Kiat. The MOU …

Nestle, one of the largest food and beverage businesses in the world, is aiming to maximize the potential of the Malaysian coffee industry. The firm has introduced its Nescafe Sustainability Strategy to enhance the lives of coffee farmers in Malaysia and encourage more environmentally responsible methods of coffee production. The plan entails a number of measures meant to bolster the …

Malaysia’s rich cultural landscape has affected Michelle Yeoh’s personality and outlook. Yeoh is well-known for her roles in films like “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and “Tomorrow Never Dies.” Yeoh recently spoke with Nikkei Asia on how her upbringing in Malaysia, where she was exposed to a variety of languages, religions, and races, helped her develop a more welcoming and open-minded …

Malaysian officials detained Eric Jun Casilao, a major figure in the New People’s Army (NPA), a communist guerrilla group operating in the Philippines. The arrest is critical to the Philippines’ attempts to combat insurgency and restore peace to the area. The Philippine National Police and Malaysian officials collaborated to apprehend Casilao, also known as “Ka Jinggoy.” People believe he occupies …

Even while tensions in the South China Sea remain high, Malaysia has handled the situation with admirable diplomacy. Malaysia’s Prime Minister’s recent words and the government’s official stance indicate a commitment to regional peace, stability, and respect to international law, setting an example for all parties. Malaysia said categorically that it believes in peaceful dispute settlement in line with established …

The well-known Japanese rock band RADWIMPS, whose music was used in the critically acclaimed anime movie “Your Name,” will be performing in Malaysia this summer, according to a recent announcement made by the band. On July 30th, 2023, the band is scheduled to have a performance at the Axiata Arena. Due to the fact that RADWIMPS’ music has become a …

It’s another special time of the year. Just like every year, Hanuman Jayanti is being celebrated across India with a whole lot of pomp and grandeur. A number of devotees can be seen celebrating the day by keeping fast and offering puja to Lord Hanuman. Born to Anjana and Kesari, Lord Hanuman is an ardent devotee of Lord Rama and …

According to a research by the Japan Center for Economic Research (JCER), the economic prognosis for Thailand and Malaysia is improving as a result of the tourism industry’s recovery and China’s robust demand. Thailand’s GDP growth is anticipated to increase to 3.5% in 2022, up from 2.2% in 2021, while Malaysia’s GDP growth is projected to increase to 4.8% in …