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Malaysia's AI integration and technological sovereignty

16 clusters · 27 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: SoftBank and Tencent Cloud announce major investments in Malaysia

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim continues to advocate for the strategic integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in Malaysia, emphasizing that technological mastery must be rooted in local values, religious principles, a

Kuching school attack investigation

3 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Kuching police find no bullying link in school axe attack

On 21 October 2026, a 16-year-old student attacked a female teacher at Tunku Putra-HELP International School in Kuching, Sarawak. The student used a weapon, identified in reports as either a small axe or a penknife, caus

Southeast Asian transboundary haze crisis intensifies

63 clusters · 234 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Malaysia air quality improves with no unhealthy readings reported

The transboundary haze crisis in Southeast Asia has intensified as the 2026 El Niño phenomenon drove severe drought and escalating forest fires. By late August 2026, the crisis caused widespread disruptions. In Indonesia

Establishment of International Islamic Secondary School in__

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Sarawak to establish international Islamic school for Pacific students

The Sarawak Islamic Council and the state government are planning the establishment of the International Islamic Secondary School Sarawak (SMAIS) in Kuching, with operations expected to begin in January 2027. The school

Malaysian regional tourism and community festivals

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Sarawak hosts major tourism and community events in Kuching and Sri Aman

Various regional festivals and tourism initiatives are scheduled across Malaysia for late 2026. In Sabak Bernam, the fourth edition of Karnival Ban Canal is set for November 6–8. The event focuses on the theme ‘Alam * B

Malaysian immigration and maritime enforcement operations

21 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Malaysian Immigration Department detains 109 foreigners in Ipoh

Malaysian authorities have intensified enforcement operations targeting undocumented immigration, document fraud, and maritime violations. By late September 2026, the Immigration Department reported that 137,603 individu

Narcotics enforcement and port security in South and SE Asia

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Sri Lanka Navy seizes over 560 kg of narcotics on southern coast

Law enforcement agencies in Pakistan, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka have engaged in significant narcotics operations and security upgrades to combat drug trafficking. In Pakistan and Malaysia, police conducted

Sarawak 2027 budget planning and allocation

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Sarawak focuses on energy security and education in 2027 Budget

The Sarawak government has detailed its 2027 budget, focusing on social welfare, economic growth, and public health. Initial outlines from Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg highlighted extensive alloc

Sarawak medical tourism industry development

3 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Tourism Board targets 10% increase in Indonesian arrivals

Sarawak is actively expanding its medical tourism sector through infrastructure growth and increasing visitor numbers. To strengthen its position as a destination for international and domestic patients, the state is exp

Rising cancer cases in Sarawak

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Cancer awareness urged in Sarawak and Zimbabwe amid rising cases

Cancer cases in Sarawak have reached 27,208, according to Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. This total includes 2,995 newly diagnosed cases and 24,253 follow-up cases, representing an increase from 20,851 cases

Sarawak Governor 80th birthday celebrations

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Premier honors Governor Wan Junaidi’s service and MA63 contributions

Sarawak Governor Tun Pehin Sri Dr Haji Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar celebrated his 80th birthday through a series of ceremonies involving state and federal leaders. On October 8, 2026, the celebrations included a thanksgiv

Aviation infrastructure developments in East Malaysia

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Kuching aims to become an ASEAN aviation hub

In Sabah, political leader Jeffrey Kitingan has proposed the construction of a new international airport, specifically suggesting the Papar-Kimanis area. This proposal aims to mitigate risks caused by the single-runway v

Sarawak Sejingkat Bridge infrastructure development

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Sejingkat Bridge opens to ease Kuching-Samarahan traffic

The Sejingkat Bridge, a 1,281.2-metre cable-stayed structure, was scheduled to open to the public on October 5, 2026, following a pre-opening ceremony. Managed by the Public Works Department (JKR) Sarawak, the project fe

Sarawak music and arts festival development

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: WAK Festival 2026 launches with plans to expand across Sarawak

Sarawak is experiencing growth in its music and arts festival sector, aimed at boosting tourism and the creative economy. In September 2026, the Borderland Music Festival concluded in Kuching with approximately 16,000 v

STEM and robotics education in Malaysia

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: STEM education initiatives expand in Sarawak, Malaysia

STEM and robotics education in Malaysia has seen a focus on both competitive achievement and community-based learning initiatives. In late September 2026, Malaysian students demonstrated success in regional competitions

Anugerah Industri Muzik 25 in Sarawak

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Aisha Retno and Mimi Fly achieve major wins at AIM25

The 25th Anugerah Industri Muzik (AIM25) was held on September 26 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching in Sarawak, marking the first time the Silver Jubilee edition of the Malaysian music awards was hosted in the regi

Convenience store arson attacks in Sarawak

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Sarawak police investigate convenience store arson in Kuching

In late September 2026, authorities in Sarawak began investigating a series of attacks on 24-hour convenience stores across Kuching, Sri Aman, and Bintulu. These incidents involved arson, vandalism, and the use of suspec

Anugerah Industri Muzik 25 awards ceremony

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Siti Nurhaliza wins four awards at Anugerah Industri Muzik

The 25th Anugerah Industri Muzik (AIM 25) was held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching in Sarawak, honoring various Malaysian musical achievements. Among the winners, Mawat received the Best Borneo Song award for ‘D