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10 Aug 1947
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Prime Minister of Malaysia
Malaysia
Malaysian police arrested over crypto extortion of Chinese nationals
Officers allegedly stormed a Selangor bungalow, seized laptops and forced a Chinese national to fork over US$51,000 in digital assets.
20 Feb 2026 - 12:58PM
Malaysia
Is Rafizi Ramli now the conscience of Malaysia’s Reformasi movement?
18 Feb 2026 - 6:38PM
Malaysia
Probe into anti-corruption chief revives doubts about Malaysia’s reform drive
16 Feb 2026 - 4:50PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia to investigate anti-corruption chief as resignation calls mount
MACC chief Azam Baki says he welcomes any ‘transparent, independent’ investigation into his shareholdings.
13 Feb 2026 - 6:54PM
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SCMP Highlights
Free Disneyland tickets for helpers; Chen Zhi’s extradition: 7 highlights
From free Disneyland tickets for Hong Kong’s helpers to China’s link to Southeast Asia, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
13 Feb 2026 - 1:12PM
Malaysia
Malaysia’s Anwar defends anti-corruption chief over new share scandal
MACC chief Azam Baki has clarified that he had openly declared the shares and held on to them for less than a year.
12 Feb 2026 - 3:54PM
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Why cardiovascular health is an economic imperative for Asia
Readers discuss a quiet threat to regional economies, conflicts over port facilities in Panama and Australia, and Malaysia-Indonesia border demarcation.
12 Feb 2026 - 11:30AM
Malaysia
Malaysia courts US to climb critical minerals value chain, keeps raw export ban
Analysts say Kuala Lumpur wants US capital and technology without being drawn into the US-China minerals rivalry.
11 Feb 2026 - 9:33PM
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Malaysia
In Malaysia, civil war erupts between key opposition leaders ahead of poll
Bersatu, a party in the PN alliance, is riven by a succession fight between its two top leaders ahead of the next general election.
11 Feb 2026 - 5:43PM
Malaysia
Malaysia’s ‘illegal’ temple row: PM slams vigilantism after rally ban
Police detained 19 people, including a controversial preacher, as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday warned against playing ‘hero’.
9 Feb 2026 - 5:46PM
Malaysia
Malaysia denies granting US exclusive rare earth access in Trump trade deal
Signed at the Asean Summit with the US president, the deal remains under negotiation as Malaysian PM Anwar seeks further written assurances.
5 Feb 2026 - 4:43PM
Malaysia
Malaysia did not cede any land to Indonesia, PM Anwar insists
Claims of a 5,200-hectare territorial handover to Indonesia are ‘a lie’, Malaysia’s prime minister tells lawmakers.
4 Feb 2026 - 5:55PM
Malaysia
Malaysia’s PM brushes off Epstein speculation with queasy emoji post
Anwar Ibrahim has rubbished an old email describing him as a potential ‘gold mine’, insisting he had no connection to the US sex offender.
2 Feb 2026 - 1:40PM
Malaysia
Will young Malaysians play a key role in next election through swing votes?
Gen Z voters are more concerned about practical policies than party ideology, analysts say.
31 Jan 2026 - 12:30PM
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Malaysia
‘Patience wearing thin’: Anwar demands updates on anti-corruption fight
The leader says that if top enforcement officials admit they are unable to crack down on corruption and smuggling, they should step aside.
29 Jan 2026 - 2:38PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia clarifies cash aid rules for frequent commuters to Singapore
Malaysians who enter and exit Singapore eight times or more each month will be treated as working overseas, but may still appeal, minister says.
27 Jan 2026 - 4:32PM
Malaysia
Malaysia disputes Indonesian media reports on Sabah border, says talks ongoing
To compensate for the transfer of three Indonesian villages to Malaysia, Jakarta would receive some land, according to the media reports.
27 Jan 2026 - 3:44PM
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Malaysia
Corruption suspect’s wheelchair court appearance sparks mockery in Malaysia
The wife of a former army chief was seen walking before later using a wheelchair in court, prompting cynical social media commentary.
26 Jan 2026 - 5:36PM
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Singapore
How Johor-Singapore SEZ is delivering for businesses a year on
While the zone has attracted sizeable investment since its launch last year, experts call for better coordination to ensure seamless operations.
25 Jan 2026 - 1:30PM
Malaysia
Asian Angle
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Malaysia’s PM term limits could backfire unless election cycles are set
To secure his legacy, Anwar Ibrahim must ensure his reform doesn’t accidentally encourage the very political instability he seeks to prevent.
25 Jan 2026 - 10:00AM
Malaysia
Malaysia’s Islamists preach ‘racial domination’ to woo young voters
They govern the north, dominate the opposition and claim to soon be the undisputed home of Malay nationalism. Is Putrajaya next for PAS?
24 Jan 2026 - 8:00AM
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Malaysia
Malaysian ex-army head, wife deny laundering US$544,000 in procurement scandal
Prosecutors say ‘proceeds from unlawful activity’ were banked into accounts of Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan and his wife from 2024 to 2025.
22 Jan 2026 - 7:14PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia’s primary school changes spur fears of ‘herd effect’ competition
From 2027, children can enter Year One of primary school at age six instead of seven, fuelling fears of limited teaching staff and space.
21 Jan 2026 - 5:33PM
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US-Asean relations
Foot in the door or trap? Risks of Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Southeast Asia
Nations are likely to try to avoid early commitment while steering clear of outright rejection to minimise US retaliation, analysts say.
21 Jan 2026 - 2:30PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia’s expat salary rules dubbed ‘ridiculous’, stoking talent drain fears
The pay threshold for expatriate visas will be doubled to boost local hiring, sparking concern over reduced foreign talent and rising costs.
21 Jan 2026 - 10:43AM
Malaysia
King warns of wider corruption ‘hunt’ as military scandal rocks Malaysia
Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar says the army procurement scandal is just the ‘tip of the iceberg’, as he warns against abuse of power in office.
20 Jan 2026 - 6:53PM
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Malaysia
Anwar’s reform record questioned after Malaysian reporter’s sedition arrest
Rex Tan’s arrest for asking a ‘sensitive question’ shows how a colonial-era act continues to hold back Malaysian reforms, critics say.
19 Jan 2026 - 5:21PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia’s Umno chief denies he ‘sidelined’ Najib to save himself
Ahmad Zahid, who has been cleared of corruption charges, says the party has ‘never wavered’ from its position of supporting its ex-leader.
16 Jan 2026 - 6:07PM
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