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Malaysia secures 20-year energy supply deal with Russia, enhances labor ties with Bangladesh
Malaysia finalized a long-term energy supply agreement with Russia and strengthened worker cooperation with Bangladesh.
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Kuala Lumpur High Court quashes subpoena for PM Anwar in RM30 million civil suit
The Kuala Lumpur High Court set aside a subpoena requiring Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to testify in a RM30 million civil lawsuit on June 19, 2026.
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Malaysia's exports surge 45% in May 2026, trade surplus hits record RM40.38 billion
Malaysia's exports rose about 45% year-on-year in May 2026 to RM184 billion, lifting the trade surplus to a record RM40.38 billion amid rising inflation.
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Two men killed after riverbank collapse during suspected illegal gold mining in Jeli
Two men died and one survived when a riverbank embankment collapsed during suspected illegal gold mining near Jerimbong oil palm plantation in Jeli on May 20.
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Datuk Kamil Misuari, husband of Minister Nancy Shukri, dies at 65 in Kuala Lumpur
Datuk Kamil Misuari, husband of Minister Nancy Shukri, died at a Kuala Lumpur hospital on June 18, 2026, aged 65.
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Upko joins Gabungan Rakyat Sabah as sixth component party
Gabungan Rakyat Sabah unanimously accepted Upko as its sixth component party on June 18, 2026.
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Malaysia to table Road Transport Bill with tougher measures on illegal racing and ‘tonto’ syndicates
Malaysia will table the Road Transport (Amendment) Bill 2025 on June 22 with new rules against illegal racing and crime syndicates disrupting enforcement.
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Strait of Hormuz reopens as Persian Gulf oil exports near pre-war levels after US-Iran interim deal
The Strait of Hormuz reopened for commercial shipping following a US-Iran deal, allowing trapped oil tankers to resume exports and Gulf producers to raise output.
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Perodua cuts service maintenance parts and labour prices by up to 10% from June 19
Perodua will reduce prices for service maintenance parts and labour by up to 10% starting June 19, 2026, covering all models including its electric QV-E.
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Court of Appeal cuts Lim Guan Eng’s defamation damages against Muhyiddin to RM450,000
The Court of Appeal ruled Muhyiddin's defamatory statements against Lim Guan Eng merit RM450,000 damages, down from RM1.05 million awarded by the High Court.
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Johor launches Economic Transformation Plan targeting RM167.4 billion investment by 2030
Johor launched the Johor Economic Transformation Plan (JETP) on June 18, 2026, identifying 83 projects worth RM167.4 billion across eight key industries.
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Thailand Revives $30-$39 Billion Coast-to-Coast ‘Land Bridge’ Corridor Project
Thailand plans a $30-$39 billion logistics corridor linking deep-sea ports on opposite coasts to bypass the Strait of Malacca.
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Port Klang Third Terminal development advances with land issue nearing settlement
The Selangor government and federal agencies work to resolve land issues for Port Klang’s Third Terminal, aiming to start construction in 2026.
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Johor DAP chairman warns against manipulated posters targeting Pakatan Harapan candidates
Johor DAP chairman Teo Nie Ching accused parties of altering PH candidate posters to sow fear ahead of the state election.
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Malaysia rises to 15th in 2026 IMD Competitiveness Ranking on AI-driven growth
Malaysia climbed eight spots to 15th in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking amid growth in AI and technology sectors.
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Top Glove's Q3 FY2026 net profit more than doubles to RM81 million on higher sales
Top Glove reported a 133% rise in net profit to RM80.99 million for Q3 FY2026 ended May 31, driven by higher sales and cost efficiencies.
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AirAsia warns public about fake recruitment website impersonating its careers portal
AirAsia alerted job seekers on June 18 to a fraudulent website posing as its official recruitment portal and soliciting fees.
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Fed’s Hawkish Tone Strengthens US Dollar, Pressures Malaysian Ringgit to Six-Month Low
The US Federal Reserve signaled a rate hike later this year, boosting the dollar and weakening emerging market currencies including the Malaysian ringgit.
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Malaysia Stadium Corporation CEO charged with RM1.45 million corruption over Bukit Jalil tender
Iliyas Jamil, CEO of Malaysia Stadium Corporation, was charged with seven counts of corruption involving RM1.45 million on June 18, 2026.
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Universiti Malaya achieves highest-ever 56th place in QS World University Rankings 2027
Universiti Malaya rose to 56th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, its best global position so far.
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Diesel price in Peninsular Malaysia cut by 30 sen to RM4.37 per litre for June 18–24
The retail price of diesel in Peninsular Malaysia was reduced by 30 sen to RM4.37 per litre for the week of June 18–24, 2026.
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Malaysia manages rise in construction material costs as projects continue on schedule
Malaysia’s government and contractors maintain ongoing construction projects despite rising material costs from global supply issues.
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Sunway Healthcare’s Q1 net profit falls 14% despite 23.8% revenue rise
Sunway Healthcare posted a 14% net profit drop to RM33.33 million for Q1 ended March 31, 2026, while revenue rose 23.8% to RM587.05 million.
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AirBorneo may apply to operate three Sarawak intercity flight routes commercially
AirBorneo may seek approval to operate Kuching-Sibu, Kuching-Miri, and Kuching-Bintulu routes commercially, the Transport Ministry said.