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Malaysia's Petronas signs 20-year LNG supply deal with Japan's JERA

KUALA ⁠LUMPUR/TOKYO — Malaysian's Petronas will supply Japanese utility firm JERA with 2 million ‌tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per annum under a 20-year deal, the leaders of the two countries said on Wednesday.

Badminton: Saneeth Dayanand enters Australian Open's men's singles main draw

Badminton: Saneeth Dayanand enters Australian Open's men's singles main draw

Saneeth Dayanand has qualified for the men's singles main draw at the Australian Open badminton tournament. He won his qualifying matches on Tuesday. P V Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medallist, will spearhead India's challenge in the main singles competition starting Wednesday. Several other Indian women's singles players are also competing.

The Economic Times

AICPA and CIMA Launch Rise2040

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA and CIMA) today launched Rise2040: Shaping the Future of Finance and Accounting, a global initiative designed not simply to anticipate the future of the profession but to actively shape it. Developed through a structured…

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Malaysia yet to receive answers from Thailand on shrimp dispute

Malaysia is still waiting for a response from Thailand on sanitary concerns as the two countries remain in dispute over seafood bans.

Agoda reveals Top 5 local getaways Malaysian families are searching for this school holiday season

SINGAPORE, June 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With the school holidays around the corner, Malaysian families are looking close to home for their next getaway. Based on Agoda accommodation searches made between 1 and 29 April 2026 for stays between 15 May and 15 June 2026, Kuala Lumpur emerged as the…

Digital Realty Launches Malaysia Operations to Advance Southeast Asia’s Digital Connectivity

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Realty (NYSE: DLR), the world’s largest cloud- and carrier-neutral data center platform, today announced the establishment of its Malaysia platform, marking a key milestone in its Asia Pacific expansion. The company has planned to develop and scale its data center…

Powerful earthquake in southern Philippines leaves at least 37 dead

People told not to enter damaged buildings for fear of aftershocks from magnitude-7.8 quake

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Malaysia's ban sparks market hunt

Malaysia's ban sparks market hunt

The government is accelerating efforts to open alternative markets for Thai shrimp after Malaysia suspended imports of five species, with authorities seeking to prevent a decline in farm-gate prices and cushion the impact on farmers.

How missing hiker survived for two weeks in Malaysian mountains

How missing hiker survived for two weeks in Malaysian mountains

The Independent UK

Missing hiker survives 14 days lost with no food in Malaysia mountains by drinking water from plants

Missing hiker survives 14 days lost with no food in Malaysia mountains by drinking water from plants

Jaslinda Saludin, who was a part of team of 14 hikers, went missing during a hike in Malaysia in May and was not found for two weeks

The Independent UK

Hoteliers: Online car registration needed to reduce queues at Sadao border

Hoteliers: Online car registration needed to reduce queues at Sadao border

SONGKHLA - The president of the Hat Yai-Songkhla Hotel Association wants the government to allow Malaysian visitors to register their vehicles online prior to travelling, to reduce the long queues at Thai immigration checkpoints.

Suriya seeks talks on shrimp dispute with Malaysia

Suriya seeks talks on shrimp dispute with Malaysia

Agriculture and Cooperatives Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit has expressed readiness to hold talks with Malaysia after discussions on Thailand's shrimp exports were postponed indefinitely, amid growing concern over losses to the domestic industry.

Renewables key to Asia prosperity

Renewables key to Asia prosperity

As the war in the Strait of Hormuz continues to create havoc, Asia remains the worst hit by the global energy crisis. Whether it's a large economy like Japan or China, or a struggling economy like Sri Lanka or Pakistan, the same fate holds. Even nations that produce oil, like…

Toyota Asia Names Seven Athletes to Global Team Toyota Roster for Aichi-Nagoya 2026

SINGAPORE, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Asia (TMA) today announced its refreshed line-up of seven Global Team Toyota Athletes (GTTAs) representing six countries across Southeast Asia, on the road to the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games. The roster includes two new para-athletes, alongside returning athletes…

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ENERtec Asia 2026 Opens Amid Rising Focus on Energy Infrastructure for AI and Data Centre Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ENERtec Asia 2026 opened at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) with its first-ever immersive industry gathering on June 3. The event brings together key stakeholders across Southeast Asia's energy ecosystem amid growing urgency over regional energy security, grid resilience, and the…

DayOne Secures Over 1GW Renewable Energy in Malaysia in Landmark TNB Partnership

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DayOne Data Centers Limited ("DayOne"), a Singapore-headquartered global digital infrastructure platform, today announced that it has signed landmark renewable energy supply agreements with TNB Renewables Sdn. Bhd. ("TRe") and TNB Power Generation Sdn. Bhd. ("GenCo"), both effective recently.The signing ceremony was conducted…

MSA Asia expands Employer of Record services across Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand

SHANGHAI, June 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MSA Asia, a specialist in cross-border company incorporation, accounting and tax advisory across the Asia-Pacific, today announced the expansion of its Employer of Record (EOR) services across Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand. This new offering complements its existing market entry solutions in those locations. For...

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India renews 5-year levy on solar glass imports from Malaysia: Gazette

India has extended import duties on Malaysian solar glass for five more years. This decision follows a government review finding that removing the levy could harm domestic manufacturers. The duties, ranging from 9.71% to 10.14%, aim to boost India's solar manufacturing. This move supports local producers and strengthens the country's…

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Bangladesh considers Malaysia, not China, for PM’s 1st overseas visit

In a bid to avoid sending a geopolitical signal favouring either Beijing or New Delhi, Dhaka could drop China for Malaysia as the destination for PM Tarique Rahman ’s first overseas visit after assuming office, said sources in Bangladesh’s foreign ministry.

The Economic Times

Planning to move to Malaysia? Here's what you need to know

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) offers long-term residency through an investment scheme with four categories: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and SEZ/SFZ. Each tier has distinct financial and property purchase requirements, along with varying pass validity and minimum stay conditions for applicants and their families.

The Times of India

No Instagram, no TikTok till 16: Malaysia bans social media accounts for teens

Malaysia has banned children under 16 from social media, requiring platforms to verify ages and remove underage users. This move aims to protect minors from harmful content and cyberbullying. While some parents support the restrictions, others worry about unintended consequences and the potential for children to bypass the rules.

Malaysia bans social media accounts for children under 16 but questions remain

Malaysia has started enforcing rules to prevent children under 16 from having social media accounts

Rising costs in Singapore spur business migration as regional alternatives rise

Analysts say the economic gains could come with trade-offs, such as increasing income inequality between skilled and unskilled workers

The Economic Times

Trump's China moves can open up a vast market for India

India is emerging as a significant defence supplier in Southeast Asia, with Vietnam becoming the second buyer of the BrahMos missile after the Philippines. Indonesia is reportedly close to a deal, while Malaysia and Thailand have shown interest, potentially expanding India's defence footprint across the South China Sea region.

The Times of India

Malaysia bans social media for children under 16

Malaysia enforced a sweeping ban on Monday, barring children under 16 years of age from owning social media accounts, the latest move in aworldwide effort to tighten online protections for young users.

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