Malaysia strengthens halal trade, investment with Japan

OSAKA, Feb 23 (Bernama) — Malaysia continues to advance as a global halal hub by signing two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Japan Thursday to strengthen halal trade, investment, and quality employment in the sector in the “Land of the Rising Sun”. The cooperation also aims to enhance bilateral trade relations between…

Israel must cease violating international laws and Palestinian rights – Malaysia

THE HAGUE, Feb 23 (Bernama) — Israel must first cease its ongoing violations of international laws and every fundamental element of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, said Malaysia’s Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan. Delivering Malaysia’s oral submission during public hearings over Israel’s actions at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in the…

Jokowi inaugurates new port to boost logistics efficiency in eastern Indonesia

JAKARTA, Feb 22 (Bernama) — President Joko Widodo, also known as Jokowi, inaugurated the Makassar New Port in South Sulawesi on Thursday, aiming to enhance logistics efficiency in Eastern Indonesia amid fierce global competition. Speaking at the event, he emphasised the need to tackle the country’s high logistics costs, which…

India seeks closer cooperation with Malaysia in defence industry sector

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) — India is seeking to enhance its bilateral relationship with Malaysia through collaborations in the defence sector, Indian High Commissioner to the country, B.N Reddy said.  He said the time was ripe for both countries to further cement their defence ties spanning four decades, including the inking of the Malaysia-India…

2026 Asian Games: Japan organisers give nod to eight gold in takraw, as proposed by ASTAF

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) — The Organising Committee of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games (AINAGOC) in Japan has approved the proposal of the Asian Sepaktakraw Federation (ASTAF) which wanted eight gold medals to be offered for sepak takraw events at the games. ASTAF president Abdul Halim Kader said the eight gold…

Brunei Ruler joins funeral prayers for Malaysia’s Sarawak former governor

KUCHING (Sarawak, Malaysia), Feb 22 (Bernama) — Ruler of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, joined the funeral prayers for former Governor of east Malaysian state Sarawak, Abdul Taib Mahmud, at Masjid Demak here Thursday.  Also joining the funeral prayers was Sultan Hassanal’s son, Pengiran Muda Abdul Mateen Bolkiah. Sarawak Premier Abang Johari…

Tourism is one of the pillars in Malaysia-Uzbekistan ties – ambassador

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) — Tourism is considered one of the pillars of cooperation in the bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and Malaysia, said Uzbekistan’s ambassador to Malaysia, Karomidin Gadoev. He said the tourism industry is essential for both Uzbekistan and Malaysia’s economic sectors. “Uzbekistan has a rich history, culture, architecture and…

Malaysia to adopt new methods including AI technology to address flooding

OSAKA, Feb 22 (Bernama) — Malaysia is set to adopt several new methods utilised by Japan in disaster management, including the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology and big data, to address flooding issues in the country. Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi stated that such approaches have proven effective in tackling…

Malaysian MPs delegation visits Egypt to reiterate support for Palestinian cause

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 22 (Bernama) — A five-member delegation comprising Malaysian parliamentarians, led by Deputy Foreign Minister Mohamad Alamin, is on a special visit to Egypt from Feb 21 to 24 to reiterate Malaysia’s staunch support for the Palestinian cause. The Foreign Ministry, in a statement Thursday, said the delegation includes…

Malaysia to share achievements in leading 5G Network implementation at MWC Barcelona

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 22  (Bernama) — Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil will share Malaysia’s achievements in leading the implementation of the 5G network in his keynote address at the Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2024 scheduled from Feb 26 to 29. Fahmi, who is also the Unity Government’s spokesman, said he would also…