Malaysia's communications minister has rejected accusations that the country favors either side in the territorial disagreement between Thailand and Cambodia. Fahmi Fadzil clarified that Kuala Lumpur serves only as a facilitator after both nations requested assistance, with all substantive decisions remaining under the control of Bangkok and Phnom Penh.
The minister dismissed claims from certain Thai groups as misrepresenting official positions, emphasizing Malaysia's independence from geopolitical alignments. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim previously responded to protesters outside the Malaysian embassy in Bangkok who accused him of pressuring Thailand to negotiate. The demonstrators alleged improper involvement by Malaysia and the...
Sabah's opposition coalition has pledged to build new reservoir infrastructure as part of its solution to chronic shortages plaguing Kota Kinabalu and neighboring districts. DAP state leader Phoong Jin Zhe defended the water storage proposal as necessary for residential and industrial expansion after years of supply disruptions affecting the capital region.
The promise appears among 10 commitments featured in the alliance's election platform launched by Phoong alongside PKR and Amanah representatives. He acknowledged that environmental reviews must precede construction while arguing that strategic investment would prevent recurring crises. Pakatan Harapan fields 21 candidates across 73 constituencies heading into weekend balloting.
Pahang's transportation enforcement agency has launched an inquiry after footage circulated online showing a confrontation between one of its inspectors and a truck operator at the Lanchang toll plaza. Officials said the dispute arose when the driver declined to comply during a cargo examination related to suspected violations of public transport regulations.
The department filed a formal complaint with police and pledged that any probe of its personnel would proceed with full transparency and independence. Authorities asked citizens to refrain from spreading unconfirmed accounts of the altercation while the investigation continues.
Authorities have blocked multiple roadways in Padang Besar to light traffic after persistent downpours caused water levels to surge throughout the region. Padang Besar police chief ACP Mohd Shokri Abdullah identified Jalan Kaki Bukit Batu 16, Simpang Tiga Kok Mak, the Wang Kelian route, Jalan Kampung Chantek Kaki Bukit, Jalan Titi Tinggi, Jalan Gua Kelam, and Jalan Kangar-Padang Besar near Agrovet Perlis among affected passages.
A hillside collapsed along Jalan Wang Kelian, forcing complete closure until crews complete debris removal and structural evaluations. Mohd Shokri urged motorists to seek alternate routes while following official guidance to prevent accidents. Local police pledged regular status updates as conditions evolve.
Sabah aims to revolutionize its coastal economy through marine resource initiatives that could generate RM3.25 billion annually from seafood production alone, caretaker Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor announced. The state plans a specialized tuna port in Kota Kinabalu backed by RM360 million in private investment, with European Union recognition for deep-sea catches potentially worth RM1.8 billion yearly. The government holds 30 percent equity without direct funding commitments.
Ocean thermal energy conversion and seaweed farming anchor the broader strategy, with 90 percent of Malaysia's suitable cultivation zones located in Sabah waters. Hajiji emphasized mangrove preservation for carbon credit markets, noting the state...
Penang authorities captured three suspects after a high-speed chase spanning nearly 50 kilometers ended when their vehicle crashed near the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Bridge. Officers responded to an early morning report about four individuals acting suspiciously around a tire shop in Botanica City, Balik Pulau, where they allegedly stole electrical cables. The suspects attempted to escape when patrol units arrived, triggering the extended pursuit.
Police apprehended the trio following the collision at the bridge exit toward South Seberang Perai, though one accomplice managed to evade capture. Investigators recovered cable-cutting equipment from the scene and placed all detainees under remand while examining possible violations...
Pakatan Harapan unveiled its electoral platform for the upcoming Sabah polls, centered on securing 40 percent of state revenues to fund infrastructure and development priorities. Sabah PKR chairman Datuk Mustapha Sakmud presented the seven-point agenda, which addresses longstanding deficiencies in water supply, roads, power networks, education and welfare programs while positioning the state as a regional economic force.
The coalition pledged administrative reforms and youth empowerment under what Mustapha termed a departure from conventional governance. He credited Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim as the first leader in five decades willing to resolve the Malaysia Agreement 1963 disputes. The alliance fields 21 candidates...
Malaysia will prohibit children under 16 from opening social media accounts beginning next year as part of enhanced digital protection measures, Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced. The government plans to require all platforms to deploy electronic Know Your Customer systems that verify ages through official documents such as MyKad, passports, and MyDigital ID when users register.
Fahmi revealed the policy after closing an anti-scam seminar organized by IPPTAR, noting that officials will study Australia's similar restrictions for implementation guidance. The ban aligns with the Online Safety Act, which took effect in January. The minister encouraged families to promote outdoor recreation over screen time while urging parents...
Malaysia's diplomatic mission in Songkhla has instructed citizens stranded by flooding in Hat Yai to gather at their hotel lobbies as authorities prepare evacuations to safer zones. Consul General Ahmad Fahmi Ahmad Sarkawi confirmed that coordination with Thai officials is underway while waters have dropped from chest height to knee level, though persistent rainfall continues hampering rescue efforts.
A specialized task force at the consulate is tracking the whereabouts of approximately 4,000 affected nationals, all reported safe. Local hotel associations have mobilized support, delivering 2,000 prepared meals via truck to displaced travelers. Ahmad Fahmi toured a food preparation facility with the Hatyai-Songkhla Hotels Association...
