Malaysia

Tan Sri Mohamed Nazir bin Tun Abdul Razak, former Chairman of CIMB Group, one of the largest financial services providers in Malaysia and ASEAN, has been appointed as the chairman of the Malaysia Indonesia Business Council (MIBC).  Mohamed Nazir bin Abdul Razak expressed happiness over his appointment. He wrote on Instagram, “Thank you to the Government for appointing me as …

Rafizi Ramli, the Minister of Economic Affairs of Malaysia, is set to unveil several energy projects worth RM25 billion under the Energy Transition Roadmap. Reportedly, the government will announce energy transition roadmap projects on July 27. The first phase of the energy transition roadmap consists of 10 energy transition projects to be established with the help of the private sector. …

The Democratic Action Party, one of the component parties of the Pakatan Harapan coalition, is set to contest in all their incumbent seats in Penang, a state in northwest Malaysia, in the upcoming state election. Anthony Loke, the Minister of Transport of Malaysia and the secretary-general of DAP, said they did not make any big changes for DAP in the …

The announcement of the first Malay-Muslim model to be selected as a Victoria’s Secret model, as reported by Mashable SEA, has sparked significant online buzz and represents a significant milestone in promoting diversity and inclusivity in the fashion industry. This groundbreaking achievement is a testament to the increasing recognition and celebration of diverse cultural backgrounds and breaking traditional beauty stereotypes. …

“The Passport,” a Malaysian film project, recently emerged as the winner of the top award at the NAFF Project Market during the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN). This accolade not only recognizes the talent and creativity of Malaysian filmmakers but also highlights the vibrancy and potential of Southeast Asian cinema on the international stage. The success of “The Passport” …

Datuk Seri Haji Ahmad bin Maslan, the Deputy Minister of Finance of Malaysia, has said that the federal government has assets worth more than RM1 trillion. However, the figure does not include assets owned by the federal government abroad. Deputy Finance Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan revealed that the Accountant-General’s Department and the Valuation and Property Management Department have been …

In a recent event held to celebrate the birthday of King Charles III, the United Kingdom’s envoy in Malaysia took the opportunity to emphasize the enduring and robust relationship between the UK and Malaysia. The gathering, attended by government officials, diplomats, and distinguished guests, highlighted the shared history, values, and collaborative efforts between the two nations. The UK envoy, in …

Malaysia has won a key legal win in a Dutch court dispute concerning a $1.5 billion arbitration award sought by the descendants of the Sulu Sultanate. The lawsuit revolved around a long-standing territorial dispute over Sabah, Malaysia’s resource-rich state. For decades, the Sulu Sultanate, a historical monarchy in the southern Philippines, has claimed sovereignty over Sabah. In 2013, a group …

Malaysia has revealed its intention to sue Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook, citing worries over dangerous content on its sites. This action underscores Malaysia’s commitment to creating a safer online environment and holding technology companies accountable for content posted within its borders. The article emphasizes Malaysia’s resolve to address the issue of harmful content, which includes …

Al-Aminul Karim Sultan Sallehuddin ibni Almarhum Sultan Badlishah, the Sultan of Kedah, Malaysia, has consented to the dissolution of the State Assembly on June 28. Dato’ Seri Haji Muhammad Sanusi bin Md Nor, the Menteri Besar of Kedah, said in a statement on Sunday, “His Royal Highness has given his consent for the 14th state legislative assembly to be dissolved …