KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia must showcase its ability to lead and determine the direction of Asean as its chairman this year, says His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. The King also urged the government to show its wisdom in preserving diplomatic relations with all quarters. “With Malaysia as the Asean chair this year, the country must show...
KUALA LUMPUR: The selection of Malaysia as the host for the Chinese New Year global launch marks a significant milestone in the friendship with China, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. The Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister stated that the "Chinese New Year Celebration 2025" will also elevate Malaysia’s position in the global tourism sector. "We are...
KUALA LUMPUR: CIMB Group remains committed to supporting the government’s efforts to strengthen global economic ties, elevate Malaysia’s competitive advantage, and foster long-term economic sustainability. Recently, CIMB Group Holdings Bhd co-hosted the inaugural Invest Malaysia 2025 series in London, bringing together government representatives, prominent Malaysian corporations, and global institutional investors to highlight Malaysia as a leading investment destination. The...
NARATHIWAT: The Thai government has urged its citizens working in Malaysia to return home and take advantage of new job opportunities available within the country, says Narathiwat Governor Trakul Thotham (pic). He noted that previously, many Thai nationals, especially from southern provinces such as Narathiwat, Yala, and Pattani, migrated to Malaysia for work, particularly in the...
ABU DHABI: Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to enhance strategic cooperation in the fields of politics, economy and investment, defence, renewable energy (RE) and nuclear, tourism, sustainability and artificial intelligence (AI), says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said this was the outcome of his bilateral meetings with UAE President Sheikh...
Maybe everyone should say they are computer illiterate now. It seems the abduction and release of Chinese actor Wang Xing has shined a light on similar cases. A 38-year-old Malaysian man was reported to have been released from a scam syndicate in Cambodia after admitting he didn’t know how to use a computer and has a poor command of...
PATTANI:A Malaysian man and six volunteer defence personnel were injured in a bomb explosion near the Mueang Pattani District Police Station in Pattani Province, Southern Thailand, on Monday (Jan 13) morning. The incident occurred around 8 am after a police parade at the station, said Mueang Pattani Police Chief Col Jeffery Sulaiman. "Initial investigations revealed that the...
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is preparing for the potential impact of the United States' plans to impose new restrictions on artificial intelligence (AI) chip exports, says Chang Li Kang. The Science, Technology and Innovation Minister warned that the measures, if implemented, would affect not only Malaysia but the global community as well. "If the restriction is implemented, it...
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had a meeting with world-renowned economics professor Jeffrey D. Sachs of Columbia University on Sunday (Jan 12) before leaving for his three-day official visit to the UAE. The two engaged in discussions on several matters related to sustainable development, green energy and the role that Malaysia can play...
Imagine turning up for your annual D&D and going home with a bungalow. If you think your company offers good rewards for outstanding performance, this story might make you think twice. Malaysian TikTok user Kaktiii recently shared a video of the prize-giving ceremony at her company's annual dinner. Her employer JRM Holistik, which sells healthcare products, had rewards...
