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9 articlesMalaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim wants to project strength. His former ministers won’t let him
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's ruling coalition plans to present unity at a convention, but two former ministers from his party are creating internal tensions that could undermine his message of strength. The article frames internal party divisions as a challenge to Anwar's leadership authority.
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Malaysia searches for 14 missing after migrant boat capsizes
Malaysia's maritime agency launched a search and rescue operation after a boat carrying undocumented Indonesian migrants capsized, leaving 14 people missing. The brief Reuters report provides minimal detail about the incident, vessel condition, or rescue efforts to date.
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Malaysian landlord’s pity for broke tenant brings loan sharks to her door
A 29-year-old Malaysian landlord rented her flat to a 52-year-old Indonesian tenant out of sympathy without a formal agreement. The tenant allegedly used the address to secure loans, and loan sharks are now harassing the property owner with threats of violence.
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Malaysia resorts to cloud seeding to save rice crop from drought
Malaysia is implementing cloud seeding to combat drought in its northern rice-growing region, where dry conditions have caused farmers to miss planting deadlines and raised concerns about rice supply. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu attributes the crisis to prolonged dry weather, low rainfall, and reduced water reserves.
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Malaysian king’s visit to Russia expected to smooth path for oil deal
Malaysian King Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar arrived in Moscow for a high-profile state visit coinciding with Russia's May 9 celebrations, amid Malaysia's efforts to secure alternative oil sources following an Iran-linked fuel crisis.
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Malaysia seeks to charge 2 over US$278 million Arm semiconductor deal
Malaysia's anti-corruption agency is pursuing charges against two unnamed individuals related to a $278 million semiconductor deal with Arm Holdings. Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli underwent a third day of questioning as part of the investigation, which the MACC says is nearing completion after interviewing 22 witnesses.
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Trump’s Southeast Asia Trade Deals Are in Limbo
Malaysia has cancelled a tariff deal with the Trump administration, marking the first country to do so and creating uncertainty around Trump's Southeast Asia trade agenda. The article frames this as a setback for the White House's regional trade strategy.
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Malaysia warns of health risks from heatwave, 2 related deaths recorded this year
Malaysia has issued health warnings about rising heatwave risks following the death of a 41-year-old runner from heatstroke during a Penang hill race, the island's first confirmed heat-related sporting fatality. Authorities report increased heat-related illnesses and are deploying cloud-seeding to address drought conditions in northern regions as temperatures reach mid-30s Celsius.
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What’s happening with Malaysia’s ‘corporate mafia’ probe? Minister wants updates
A Malaysian minister has requested clarification from the police chief on the status of investigations into allegations that a network of businessmen—dubbed the 'corporate mafia'—colluded with anti-corruption officials to remove executives. The government has directed law enforcement and the MACC to investigate, though police report finding no evidence of MACC involvement so far.
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