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Johor to trial Jalan Skudai contraflow lane ahead of RTS Link launch in 2027
ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 5 — A contraflow lane will be implemented along the Senai-Johor Bahru corridor, particularly Jalan Skudai, to address critical traffic congestion following the commencement of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link operations expected next year.
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MCMC calls for public support after 10 ICT projects shortlisted for WSIS Prizes 2026
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — A total of 10 information and communications technology (ICT) projects under the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) have been shortlisted for the prestigious World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes 2026. In a
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Tabung Haji system ensures Haj eligibility based on quota and queue, not higher payments, says licensed operator
MECCA, May 6 — The queue system and quota allocation are the main criteria used by Lembaga Tabung Haji (TH) to determine Malaysian pilgrims’ eligibility, with no influence from financial capacity or higher package payments. Licensed Haj operators (PJH) operations
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Johor draws RM10b in potential investments after Shanghai trip, says exco
ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 6 — Johor has attracted strong interest from 36 international investors, with potential initial investment commitments worth about RM10 billion, state investment, trade, consumer affairs and human resources committee chairman Lee Ting Han said today. Speaking during
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Anwar to lead Malaysian delegation to Cebu for 48th Asean Summit
CEBU (Philippines), May 6 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will be leading the Malaysian delegation to the 48th Asean Summit and Related Meetings here, from May 7 to 8. Malaysian ambassador to the Philippines Datuk Abdul Malik Melvin
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King departs for Moscow at Putin’s invitation for Victory Day events
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has departed for Moscow at the invitation of President Vladimir Putin ahead of Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on May 9. According to a Facebook post by the King,
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MACC eyes recovery of remaining 1MDB-linked artworks by year-end
PUTRAJAYA, May 6 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is seeking to recover seven more high-value artworks bought using siphoned 1MDB funds by the end of the year. Outgoing MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki said the recovered assets would first
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Rafizi slated for third day at MACC over RM1.1b semiconductor investment probe
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — Former economy minister Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli is expected to return to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) this afternoon to have his statement recorded for a third day. MACC Investigation Division senior director Datuk Mohd
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Saudi envoy praises Malaysia ties, highlights smoother Haj services and reforms, says ‘daging dendeng’ a favourite
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — The newly appointed Saudi Ambassador to Malaysia, who has been in the country since January this year, recently shared his early impressions and priorities in a wide-ranging interview with Bernama, the Malaysian national news agency.
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Bukit Aman reshuffles 19 senior officers in major nationwide transfer exercise
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has announced the transfer of 19 senior officers involving various positions at Bukit Aman and state contingents. PRDM Secretary Datuk Abdul Rahman Kassim said the transfers involve senior officers from
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