Malaysia

Cambodia

Thailand and Cambodia plan border visits for diplomats as clashes ease

The ceasefire reached in Malaysia was supposed to take effect at midnight on Monday, but it was quickly tested as Thailand and Cambodia continued to accuse each other of violating the truce agreements.

31/07/2025

World News

Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'immediate' ceasefire, Malaysia PM says

The deal on Monday ended the five-day deadly border clashes, after increasing international pressure to bring the fighting to a halt.

28/07/2025

Economy

Xi makes a case for free trade as he tours Southeast Asia

China is seeking to position itself as a pillar of stability as US President Donald Trump continues to spook investors with tariff plans.

15/04/2025

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Gas pipeline fire near Kuala Lumpur injures more than 100

Dozens were injured after a massive fire broke out in Puchong, near Malaysia's capital, when a gas pipeline burst, sending flames spreading to homes.

01/04/2025

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Thousands of worshippers gather in Malaysia for Thaipusam

Hindu faithful climbed the 272 steps of the Selangor temple for Thaipusam with prayers and offerings.

11/02/2025

Malaysia

Malaysia’s former PM Najib Razak wins appeal for house arrest bid

The Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 in favour of Razak’s request to have his case for house arrest reviewed, citing a letter from a Pahang state palace official.

06/01/2025

Destinations

Borneo’s Sarawak boasts unspoilt jungles, rivers and beaches

Eco-tourism initiatives and cultural heritage take centre stage as Sarawak sees a surge in tourism

14/11/2024

Culture news

The 1975 sued for €2.2million by Malaysian festival over LGBTQ protest

The festival organisers have filed a suit, citing that the band’s infamous same-sex kiss led the festival to be forced to shut down last summer.

31/07/2024

Nature

What is animal diplomacy and which countries use it?

In the latest example of animal diplomacy, Malaysia plans to give orangutans to trading partners including the EU, India and China.

24/05/2024

Malaysia

Euroviews. The litigation funding industry is abusing the global legal system

Malaysia’s experience of the Sulu case allowed us to see up close the violation and damage that resulted from the funding of vexatious claims, Azalina Othman Said writes.

19/02/2024

Malaysia

Euroviews. Western nations could derail COP28 by usurping Loss and Damage Fund

Loss and damage might end up in the dustbin of failed climate efforts — and with it, any hope of the support much of the world needs to contend with climate change and keep our planet within 1.5 degrees, Nik Nazmi bin Nik Ahmad writes.

03/11/2023

Nature

Puppies used as live bait to trap black panthers in Malaysia

Malaysia's wildlife department has defended its use of puppies to trap panthers that strayed into a village.

12/10/2023

Culture news

The 1975 ordered to pay €2.3 million or face legal action

The organizers of the Good Vibes Festival are giving the British band until 14 August to pay damages for alleged breach of contract.

11/08/2023

Culture news

The 1975: Malaysian festival threatens legal action

The Good Vibes Festival, held last month, says it was demanding compensation because of Matty Healy's "use of abusive language, equipment damage, and indecent stage behaviour".

08/08/2023

Culture news

Malaysian LGBTQ community slam Matty Healy for concert kiss

Matty Healy's concert stunt with The 1975 in Malaysia has sparked significant outrage among local LGBT activists and allies, with many accusing him of displaying a "white saviour complex."

27/07/2023

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Watch: Malaysian towns flooded because of ‘unusual’ torrential rains

Parts of Malaysia remained flooded on Saturday after days of heavy rain that forced nearly 41,000 people to flee their homes.

05/03/2023