Malaysia

Seberang Perai City Council is targeting food waste reduction at 54 Ramadan bazaars across Penang; the initiative includes waste separation and surplus food redistribution to curb disposal volumes as large crowds gather nightly for iftar meals

Muslims in Malaysia have begun fasting today after the crescent moon was officially sighted, marking the start of Ramadan 1447H: the Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal announced the start of the holy month following observations at designated locations nationwide

In George Town, Penang, residents and members of the local Chinese community mobilised collectively to restore the 600-year-old Swee Nyet Keung clan house ahead of Chinese New Year; fundraising, cleanup drives, repairs revive the historic Hokkien landmark

Education reform proposed by majority party Pakatan Harapan aims to modernise curricula and assessments; Children’s Committee, a parliamentary shadow body monitoring child welfare, urges safeguards for children’s rights, equity, inclusion and well-being

Fewer than 150 Malayan tigers left are left in the country, prompting the Consumers’ Association of Penang to urge decisive action to avoid extinction: stronger anti-poaching enforcement, wildlife crime courts, habitat protection and a national task force

Phase 2 of Malaysia's legal reforms has been launched, moving to separate the roles of Attorney General and Public Prosecutor; The change aims to strengthen judicial independence, prevent conflicts of interest, enhance public trust in the justice system

Sabah, a resource-rich Malaysian state on northern Borneo, is heading to elections; Its strategic location, diverse population and vital natural assets make it crucial for national stability, drawing the country's attention

Thank to Malaysia's mediator key role in stabilizing the region and ensure lasting peace, Cambodia and Thailand reaffirmed their commitment to a peaceful resolution of border tensions during a call among the three PM under the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord

Malaysia and the U.S. have sealed a 17-point trade pact that grants preferential access for U.S. industrial goods while securing for Malaysia tariff exemptions on 1.711 lines

High-tech tools such as AI camera traps, drones, and remote sensors have been introduced to fight poaching syndicates

Halal exports reached US$7 billion in the first half of 2025, making up 16,1% of Malaysia’s total exports; Main products include food and beverages, halal ingredients, and palm oil derivatives, with key markets in China, the US, and Indonesia

The Gig Workers Bill 2025 was passed, extending labor protections to about 1,2 million gig economy workers; the law mandates written contracts and basic benefits, like insurance and leave, for drivers, freelancers and platform workers