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Malaysian PM Anwar denies conflict of interest in corporate sponsor row
Anwar says the government paid its share of flight expenses for a two-week overseas tour, amid accusations of favouritism and corruption.
25 Nov 2024 - 7:50PM
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Swatch wins court battle over seized LGBTQ-themed watches in Malaysia
25 Nov 2024 - 3:52PM
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Outcry after Malaysian state issues public caning order under sharia law
25 Nov 2024 - 1:25PM
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Anwar’s 2 years in power: Malaysia’s economy booms but reforms sputter
While Anwar brought economic and political stability to the country, he has largely abandoned his core agenda to win back Malay support.
22 Nov 2024 - 12:51PM
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As Sabah faces new bribery case, will it pay dividends for power seekers?
A whistle-blower has alleged corruption involving a ‘top leader’, prompting Chief Minister Hajiji Noor to dismiss speculation about his role.
22 Nov 2024 - 10:30AM
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Daim Zainuddin acquitted of graft charges by Malaysian court after his death
The corruption charges, related to the late politician and businessman’s alleged failure to declare his assets, were dropped on Wednesday.
20 Nov 2024 - 1:25PM
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Widow of Malaysia’s Daim insists on case against late ex-minister to go on
Naimah Khalid says Daim wanted ‘his day in court’ to clear his name in a case slammed by their family as ‘politically motivated’.
19 Nov 2024 - 4:11PM
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Daim Zainuddin’s complex legacy and the twilight of Malaysia’s old guard
With the ex-minister’s death, questions arise about the enduring impact of cronyism and the possibility of a new political era in Malaysia.
18 Nov 2024 - 8:38AM
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Malaysia’s Anwar warns of impact from Trump’s plan to slap tariffs on imports
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says any new US tariffs will affect Malaysia regardless of its links with Brics.
13 Nov 2024 - 1:56PM
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Malaysia’s former finance minister Daim Zainuddin dies at 86
The tycoon and key ally of ex-PM Mahathir Mohamad had spent his final years under scrutiny from anti-corruption investigators.
13 Nov 2024 - 4:25PM
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Malaysia’s 5G roll-out award to tycoon fuels ‘crony-poly’ allegations
U Mobile, the smallest of the three bidders, is linked to tycoon Vincent Tan, who has close relations with Malaysia’s top political leaders.
13 Nov 2024 - 12:19PM
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Malaysia’s Sabah chief minister denies involvement in bribery scandal
Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor is being implicated as the ‘top leader’ in alleged attempts to bribe local elected representatives.
12 Nov 2024 - 8:38PM
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Malaysians split over home detention plan for prisoners – leniency gone too far?
The government has also dismissed speculations that the plan is linked to jailed ex-prime minister Najib Razak.
11 Nov 2024 - 6:12PM
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Malaysian ex-PM Muhyiddin ordered to pay US$300,000 for defaming politician
The court also instructed him to retract the statements that Lim Guan Eng had revoked a tax exemption for a charitable organisation.
8 Nov 2024 - 3:28PM
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Malaysia lauds court win after Filipino heirs’ US$14.9 billion claim rejected
The ruling ends the claimants’ years-long legal battle with Malaysia over a colonial-era land deal.
7 Nov 2024 - 2:30PM
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US$10 million fashion fail prompts Anwar to probe Malaysia sovereign fund picks
The loss of Khazanah’s investment in an online fashion retailer has sparked outrage among a public still sensitive after the 1MDB scandal.
4 Nov 2024 - 2:40PM
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Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysia’s elite and the state-funded schools that shaped them
These institutions, designed to prepare future leaders, have been both revered and criticised for perpetuating elitism in Malaysian society.
3 Nov 2024 - 12:30PM
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‘This isn’t ragging’: Malaysian military vows probe into fresh bullying case
The latest allegations at the Malaysian National Defence University involve a student being burned by an iron.
31 Oct 2024 - 4:10PM
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Malaysian ex-PM Najib fails to end 5-year trial over 1MDB scandal
Court orders former leader to enter a defence over allegations that he took more than US$500 million in bribes linked to state fund 1MDB.
30 Oct 2024 - 4:35PM
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Anwar backtracks on subsidy cuts after outcry from ‘uber wealthy’ Malaysians
PM says income threshold for subsidy cuts to be revised after criticism that his budget punished those earning less than US$3,000 a month.
29 Oct 2024 - 6:30PM
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Malaysia PM Anwar responds to Najib’s 1MDB apology
The 71-year-old Najib apologised last week for mishandling the scandal that saw US$4.5 billion stolen from state coffers during his time in office.
28 Oct 2024 - 4:41PM
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Malaysians left incredulous by apology from disgraced ex-PM Najib
Malaysians slam ‘disingenuous apology’ for 1MDB scandal, scoff at former leader’s claim he was misled by associates.
25 Oct 2024 - 5:25PM
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‘Government knows best’? Malaysia has a problem with explaining its policies
The government needs to improve communication of its policy details and how they will be executed, instead of leaving the issue for later.
25 Oct 2024 - 10:30AM
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Najib apologises, without accepting full blame, for Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal
The jailed former prime minister’s partial apology comes as the government considers sentencing reforms that may enable his early release.
24 Oct 2024 - 8:25PM
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Rich Malaysians gripe as Anwar’s ‘pro-poor’ budget hits them in the pocket
Petrol subsidy cuts for richer drivers and tax hikes to fund wage increase for low earners draw ire.
24 Oct 2024 - 1:00PM
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Malaysians mock number plate fundraiser as public riled by fuel subsidy cuts
Some suggest another auction targeted at PM Anwar’s cabinet using the 8481 combination, derided for resembling a Malay pejorative word.
23 Oct 2024 - 4:10PM
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Malaysia braces for ‘once-in-a-generation’ petrol subsidy rollback
The stakes are high with RON95 subsidies – Malaysians are so reliant on private transport that vehicles outnumber the population.
21 Oct 2024 - 1:14PM
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Malaysia unveils record 2025 budget, as Anwar leverages political stability
The budget aims to grow Malaysia’s appeal as a destination for hi-tech investments while also uplifting the country’s most vulnerable groups.
18 Oct 2024 - 10:25PM
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