MOSTI to host Malaysia’s first space law moot in Dec 2025

PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) will host the Space Law Moot Court Competition (PMPA) 2025 to raise public awareness and understanding of the increasingly significant field of space law in the nation’s space technology development. Scheduled from Dec 5 to 7 at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) in Nilai, the PMPA… Continue reading MOSTI to host Malaysia’s first space law moot in Dec 2025

Sg Pontian Besar Bridge upgrade to begin in October

PONTIAN: The project to upgrade the Sungai Pontian Besar Bridge from two lanes to four lanes is expected to begin as early as October, said Deputy Public Works Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Maslan. The deputy minister said the RM49 million project is expected to be completed within three years, involving the widening of the 250-metre… Continue reading Sg Pontian Besar Bridge upgrade to begin in October

Negeri Sembilan sees 0.46m foreign tourists in 2024

SEREMBAN: Negeri Sembilan recorded a significant increase in international tourist arrivals last year, with 0.46 million visitors compared to 0.34 million in 2023, the State Legislative Assembly was told today. According to State Tourism, Arts and Culture Committee chairman Nicole Tan, the 35.1 per cent rise, based on accommodation data from Tourism Malaysia, ranked Negeri… Continue reading Negeri Sembilan sees 0.46m foreign tourists in 2024

Kerajaan gesa budaya kolaboratif ganti kerja secara silo

KUALA LUMPUR: Setiap agensi di negara ini disaran meninggalkan corak kerja secara kepompong atau silo dan beralih kepada budaya sistem kolaboratif yang lebih inklusif. Ketua Setiausaha Negara Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar berkata pendekatan ‘agensi eksklusif’ perlu diubah kerana kekuatan sebenar pengukuhan sosial terletak pada keupayaan semua pihak bergerak secara bersama. “Dalam menghadapi cabaran… Continue reading Kerajaan gesa budaya kolaboratif ganti kerja secara silo
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RM3.6m lost in Umrah fraud cases since 2024

KUALA LUMPUR: Since 2024 until May this year, 204 complaints related to Umrah fraud, with losses totaling RM3.6 million, have been reported, said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, (Religious Affairs) Zulkifli Hasan. He said the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) also recorded 58 complaints about Haj package fraud, amounting to over… Continue reading RM3.6m lost in Umrah fraud cases since 2024

“Coach Mano” dedikasikan hidup latih belia demi perpaduan

IPOH: Pada ketika ramai individu seusianya memilih untuk berehat dan menjalani kehidupan persaraan dengan tenang, R. Manoharan mengikut laluan berbeza dengan mengisi masa terluang melatih generasi muda tanpa mengira bangsa mengejar cita-cita menjadi pemain bola sepak profesional. Dikenali sebagai “Coach Mano”, warga emas berusia 69 tahun dari Hutan Melintang, Perak ini sanggup mengorbankan masa dan… Continue reading “Coach Mano” dedikasikan hidup latih belia demi perpaduan
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Mall fall disrupts Malaysian show at Vietnam shopping center

A dramatic incident unfolded at a Hanoi shopping center when a man plummeted from an upper floor during a live cultural presentation on Sunday afternoon. The individual fell from the fourth level of Aeon Mall Long Bien around midday on August 3, landing directly onto the performance area where Malaysian dancers were showcasing traditional arts… Continue reading Mall fall disrupts Malaysian show at Vietnam shopping center

Cadangan JDA Malaysia-Indonesia untuk selesaikan pertikaian sempadan maritim

KUALA LUMPUR: Cadangan Perjanjian Pembangunan Bersama (JDA) antara Malaysia dan Indonesia bagi menyelesaikan pertikaian sempadan maritim di Laut Sulawesi masih dalam peringkat kajian, menurut Menteri Luar Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. Beliau menjelaskan bahawa rundingan masih di peringkat awal dan tiada keputusan muktamad dicapai setakat ini. “Isu ini masih dalam perbincangan awal antara kedua-dua pihak dan… Continue reading Cadangan JDA Malaysia-Indonesia untuk selesaikan pertikaian sempadan maritim
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Malaysia pertahankan dasar bumiputera dalam rundingan tarif dengan AS – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia merupakan antara negara yang tegas mempertahankan beberapa peruntukan yang bertepatan dengan dasar negara dalam rundingan tarif perdagangan dengan Amerika Syarikat (AS), kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau berkata Malaysia tidak mengalah dalam beberapa tuntutan AS semasa rundingan, termasuk dasar bumiputera, di samping beberapa tuntutan lain yang dipersetujui oleh negara-negara lain… Continue reading Malaysia pertahankan dasar bumiputera dalam rundingan tarif dengan AS – PM Anwar
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Malaysia, Indonesia review JDA for Sulawesi Sea maritime dispute

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia and Indonesia are still studying the possibility of a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to address the maritime boundary dispute in the Sulawesi Sea, said Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He said the JDA is an initial effort to find the best solution for both countries, with no details finalised at this… Continue reading Malaysia, Indonesia review JDA for Sulawesi Sea maritime dispute

Elderly man loses RM100k in forex scam in Kuala Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU: An elderly man lost more than RM100,000 after falling prey to a foreign currency exchange (forex) scam. Kuala Terengganu police chief ACP Azli Mohd Noor said that the 77-year-old joined a forex scheme on May 28 after being coaxed by the sister of a woman he had befriended on Facebook. Azli said that… Continue reading Elderly man loses RM100k in forex scam in Kuala Terengganu

Stella Rimington, ketua pengarah wanita pertama MI5 meninggal dunia

LONDON: Stella Rimington, wanita pertama dilantik sebagai ketua pengarah agensi perisikan Britain, MI5, telah meninggal dunia pada usia 90 tahun, umum keluarganya pada Isnin. Digelar “housewife superspy” ketika memegang jawatan itu, Rimington diiktiraf secara meluas sebagai sumber inspirasi watak “M” lakonan Judi Dench dalam siri filem James Bond. Beliau dilahirkan pada 13 Mei 1935 dan… Continue reading Stella Rimington, ketua pengarah wanita pertama MI5 meninggal dunia
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MADANI Workers’ Card offers 5-10% off first homes in Sabah

KOTA KINABALU: Holders of the MADANI Workers’ Card can enjoy discounts of between 5 and 10 percent when purchasing their first home in Sabah. Human Resources (KESUMA) Minister Steven Sim said three property developers are offering these special discounts exclusively to cardholders in the state, in line with the government’s efforts to help more people… Continue reading MADANI Workers’ Card offers 5-10% off first homes in Sabah

RM1.56 bln investment projects approved for Perlis industrial zone

KANGAR: Two investment projects worth RM1.56 billion have been approved for the Lembah Chuping Industrial Zone (CVIA) near Padang Besar, according to Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli today. The approvals came from the CVIA Development and Investment Management Committee (JPPPCVIA), chaired by the Perlis State Secretary, he said. However, the state government has yet… Continue reading RM1.56 bln investment projects approved for Perlis industrial zone

EAIC finds policy breaches, forgery at Pontian DOF

PUTRAJAYA: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has found violations involving breaches of policy and procedure in the application and approval process for base transfer, engine modification and replacement, and licence transfer of a Zone B vessel at the Pontian District Fisheries Department (DOF) in Johor. In a statement today, the EAIC said that during… Continue reading EAIC finds policy breaches, forgery at Pontian DOF
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EAIC finds policy breaches, forgery at Pontian DOF

PUTRAJAYA: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has found violations involving breaches of policy and procedure in the application and approval process for base transfer, engine modification and replacement, and licence transfer of a Zone B vessel at the Pontian District Fisheries Department (DOF) in Johor. In a statement today, the EAIC said that during… Continue reading EAIC finds policy breaches, forgery at Pontian DOF

Govt to begin Budget 2026 consultations this Thursday

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will kick off its Budget 2026 consultation session this Thursday to collect feedback from various stakeholders, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the consultation session will run until the final draft of the national budget is completed and aims to gather as much input as possible to ensure that… Continue reading Govt to begin Budget 2026 consultations this Thursday
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Govt to begin Budget 2026 consultations this Thursday

KUALA LUMPUR: The government will kick off its Budget 2026 consultation session this Thursday to collect feedback from various stakeholders, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the consultation session will run until the final draft of the national budget is completed and aims to gather as much input as possible to ensure that… Continue reading Govt to begin Budget 2026 consultations this Thursday

9 in 10 Malaysians read bank scam alerts, survey finds

KUALA LUMPUR: Nine in 10 Malaysians actively read scam-related alerts, with satisfaction levels rising to 73 per cent, according to a survey released by the Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM) and the Association of Islamic Banking and Financial Institutions Malaysia (AIBIM). The survey reflects a growing awareness of scams and rising public trust in… Continue reading 9 in 10 Malaysians read bank scam alerts, survey finds
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9 in 10 Malaysians read bank scam alerts, survey finds

KUALA LUMPUR: Nine in 10 Malaysians actively read scam-related alerts, with satisfaction levels rising to 73 per cent, according to a survey released by the Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM) and the Association of Islamic Banking and Financial Institutions Malaysia (AIBIM). The survey reflects a growing awareness of scams and rising public trust in… Continue reading 9 in 10 Malaysians read bank scam alerts, survey finds

Bandung Pandan Spritz unveiled as Malaysia’s national mocktail for Visit Malaysia 2026

RENAISSANCE Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre has officially launched the Bandung Pandan Spritz, Malaysia’s first national mocktail, as part of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. Crowned at the Signature VM 2026 Mocktail Championship 2025, the drink will be served in participating hotels nationwide starting next year. The winning mocktail was created by local bartender… Continue reading Bandung Pandan Spritz unveiled as Malaysia’s national mocktail for Visit Malaysia 2026
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Bandung Pandan Spritz unveiled as Malaysia’s national mocktail for Visit Malaysia 2026

RENAISSANCE Kuala Lumpur Hotel & Convention Centre has officially launched the Bandung Pandan Spritz, Malaysia’s first national mocktail, as part of the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign. Crowned at the Signature VM 2026 Mocktail Championship 2025, the drink will be served in participating hotels nationwide starting next year. The winning mocktail was created by local bartender… Continue reading Bandung Pandan Spritz unveiled as Malaysia’s national mocktail for Visit Malaysia 2026

Anwar: Fiscal deficit cut gradually to ease debt burden

KUALA LUMPUR: The MADANI government is gradually reducing the fiscal deficit in phases to lessen the national debt burden, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He said that if the deficit were to be reduced suddenly, there is a risk that it would hinder additional allocations for educational activities, the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR)… Continue reading Anwar: Fiscal deficit cut gradually to ease debt burden

Guru dakwa tidak bersalah lakukan amang seksual terhadap murid lelaki

KOTA BHARU: Seorang guru mengaku tidak bersalah di Mahkamah Sesyen di sini atas empat pertuduhan melakukan amang seksual terhadap murid lelaki berusia 11 tahun pada Mac dan Mei tahun lepas. Syahril Faiza Zakaria, 51, didakwa melakukan dua perbuatan itu ketika berada di dalam sebuah kereta pada 2 petang Mac 2024, manakala dua lagi perlakuan dilakukan… Continue reading Guru dakwa tidak bersalah lakukan amang seksual terhadap murid lelaki
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Anwar: MADANI govt to upgrade pondok, religious schools

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the MADANI government’s commitment to enhancing the development of pondok schools and people’s religious schools to ensure they are not left behind in the national education agenda. Anwar, who is also the Minister of Finance, acknowledged the wide disparity in facilities between these institutions and… Continue reading Anwar: MADANI govt to upgrade pondok, religious schools

Kerajaan MADANI tingkatkan bantuan untuk sekolah pondok dan agama

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan MADANI komited untuk terus menambah baik keperluan sekolah pondok dan sekolah agama rakyat bagi memastikan institusi pendidikan tersebut tidak ketinggalan dalam arus pembangunan negara, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar yang juga Menteri Kewangan berkata jurang kemudahan antara institusi pondok dan sekolah kebangsaan masih terlalu besar, justeru memerlukan perhatian serius… Continue reading Kerajaan MADANI tingkatkan bantuan untuk sekolah pondok dan agama
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Defisit negara turun secara berfasa kurangkan beban hutang – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Kerajaan MADANI menurunkan defisit secara berfasa bagi mengurangkan beban hutang negara, kata Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Beliau berkata sekiranya defisit diturunkan secara mendadak, ia berisiko membantutkan peruntukan tambahan untuk sektor pendidikan, Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) dan kesihatan. Anwar berkata defisit yang dicatatkan pada kadar 5.5 peratus pada 2022 telah menurun secara… Continue reading Defisit negara turun secara berfasa kurangkan beban hutang – PM Anwar
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PM Anwar minta pembangkang capai kata sepakat sebelum runding peruntukan

KUALA LUMPUR: Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim menasihati wakil rakyat pembangkang supaya mencapai kesepakatan terlebih dahulu sebelum mengemukakan tuntutan berkaitan peruntukan kepada ahli Parlimen pembangkang. Anwar berkata sekiranya ahli Parlimen pembangkang berjaya mencapai persetujuan bersama, mereka boleh berjumpa dengan Timbalan Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof yang diberi mandat untuk menguruskan perkara tersebut. “Saya… Continue reading PM Anwar minta pembangkang capai kata sepakat sebelum runding peruntukan
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Paras air Empangan Bukit Merah meningkat tapi masih kritikal

IPOH: Paras air di Empangan Bukit Merah menunjukkan peningkatan daripada 6.03 meter kepada 6.096 meter pada pagi ini, susulan Operasi Pembenihan Awan (OPA) yang menghasilkan hujan di beberapa kawasan semalam. Menurut Jabatan Pengairan dan Saliran Negeri Perak, kapasiti simpanan empangan juga meningkat daripada 6.65 juta meter padu (12.2 peratus) kepada 7.25 juta meter padu (13.31… Continue reading Paras air Empangan Bukit Merah meningkat tapi masih kritikal
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MCMC probes influencers over video mocking homeless

CYBERJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has launched an investigation into a viral video showing social media influencers giving leftover food to a homeless person, following public complaints. MCMC condemned the act of exploiting vulnerable groups for cheap entertainment and warned that such content degrades human dignity and risks normalising inhumane behaviour. “The… Continue reading MCMC probes influencers over video mocking homeless
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MCMC probes influencers over video mocking homeless

CYBERJAYA: The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has launched an investigation into a viral video showing social media influencers giving leftover food to a homeless person, following public complaints. MCMC condemned the act of exploiting vulnerable groups for cheap entertainment and warned that such content degrades human dignity and risks normalising inhumane behaviour. “The… Continue reading MCMC probes influencers over video mocking homeless

Financial sector key to Malaysia’s transformation under 13MP

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s financial sector must remain a cornerstone of transformation as Malaysia enters the next chapter of the country’s development agenda under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan today. He said the sector must remain adaptive, competitive and inclusive, while safeguarding trust, integrity, and resilience at… Continue reading Financial sector key to Malaysia’s transformation under 13MP
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Financial sector key to Malaysia’s transformation under 13MP

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s financial sector must remain a cornerstone of transformation as Malaysia enters the next chapter of the country’s development agenda under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan today. He said the sector must remain adaptive, competitive and inclusive, while safeguarding trust, integrity, and resilience at… Continue reading Financial sector key to Malaysia’s transformation under 13MP

Trump to sign order creating Olympics task force ahead of 2028 games

U.S. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP will sign an executive order on Tuesday creating a White House Olympics task force to handle security and other issues related to the 2028 summer Olympic games, an administration official told Reuters. The task force, made up of members from Trump’s cabinet and government agencies, will coordinate federal, state and local… Continue reading Trump to sign order creating Olympics task force ahead of 2028 games
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Trump to sign order creating Olympics task force ahead of 2028 games

U.S. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP will sign an executive order on Tuesday creating a White House Olympics task force to handle security and other issues related to the 2028 summer Olympic games, an administration official told Reuters. The task force, made up of members from Trump’s cabinet and government agencies, will coordinate federal, state and local… Continue reading Trump to sign order creating Olympics task force ahead of 2028 games

Malaysia and ASEAN drive peace talks as Myanmar crisis improves

KUALA LUMPUR: The humanitarian crisis in Myanmar has seen notable improvements compared to previous conditions, thanks to ongoing efforts and support from ASEAN, with Malaysia playing an active role in facilitating peace negotiations, the Dewan Rakyat was told today. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that Myanmar remains willing to continue cooperation and discussions… Continue reading Malaysia and ASEAN drive peace talks as Myanmar crisis improves
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Malaysia and ASEAN drive peace talks as Myanmar crisis improves

KUALA LUMPUR: The humanitarian crisis in Myanmar has seen notable improvements compared to previous conditions, thanks to ongoing efforts and support from ASEAN, with Malaysia playing an active role in facilitating peace negotiations, the Dewan Rakyat was told today. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that Myanmar remains willing to continue cooperation and discussions… Continue reading Malaysia and ASEAN drive peace talks as Myanmar crisis improves

Tycoon who brought F1 to Singapore pleads guilty in graft case

A Malaysian hotel tycoon who helped bring Formula One to Singapore pleaded guilty there Monday to abetting the obstruction of justice, in a case linked to one that saw a former minister jailed for accepting gifts as a public servant last year. Singapore-based billionaire Ong Beng Seng, 79, was charged in October last year with… Continue reading Tycoon who brought F1 to Singapore pleads guilty in graft case
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Malaysia defends key policies in US trade talks, says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia was among the few countries that stood firm on protecting key national policies during trade negotiations with the United States (US), Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told Parliament on Tuesday. Anwar said Malaysia rejected several US demands, including challenges to the country’s pro-Bumiputera policy, an affirmative action programme that benefits the majority ethnic… Continue reading Malaysia defends key policies in US trade talks, says PM Anwar
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Malaysia defends key policies in US trade talks, says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia was among the few countries that stood firm on protecting key national policies during trade negotiations with the United States (US), Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim told Parliament on Tuesday. Anwar said Malaysia rejected several US demands, including challenges to the country’s pro-Bumiputera policy, an affirmative action programme that benefits the majority ethnic… Continue reading Malaysia defends key policies in US trade talks, says PM Anwar

Tang Jie-Ee Wei struggle with communication under pressure, says Rexy

ACADEMY BADMINTON MALAYSIA (ABM) doubles coaching director Rexy Mainaky has revealed that national mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei are struggling to cope with each other’s mistakes during matches. The world number three duo’s inability to handle errors under pressure has disrupted their rhythm on court. “It’s not that they are… Continue reading Tang Jie-Ee Wei struggle with communication under pressure, says Rexy
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Tang Jie-Ee Wei struggle with communication under pressure, says Rexy

ACADEMY BADMINTON MALAYSIA (ABM) doubles coaching director Rexy Mainaky has revealed that national mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei are struggling to cope with each other’s mistakes during matches. The world number three duo’s inability to handle errors under pressure has disrupted their rhythm on court. “It’s not that they are… Continue reading Tang Jie-Ee Wei struggle with communication under pressure, says Rexy

Kai Wun targets third title to boost World Tour Finals bid

TEE KAI WUN is determined to secure a third title with doubles partner Man Wei Chong to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour Finals. The pair, currently ranked seventh globally, have already claimed victories at the Indonesia Masters and Malaysia Masters this season. Kai Wun emphasised the importance… Continue reading Kai Wun targets third title to boost World Tour Finals bid
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Kai Wun targets third title to boost World Tour Finals bid

TEE KAI WUN is determined to secure a third title with doubles partner Man Wei Chong to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour Finals. The pair, currently ranked seventh globally, have already claimed victories at the Indonesia Masters and Malaysia Masters this season. Kai Wun emphasised the importance… Continue reading Kai Wun targets third title to boost World Tour Finals bid

Kai Wun idam gelaran ketiga musim ini dalam badminton

KUALA LUMPUR: Beregu lelaki negara Tee Kai Wun bertekad untuk memburu gelaran ketiga bersama Man Wei Chong, sekali gus mencerahkan impian layak ke Jelajah Dunia Akhir Persekutuan Badminton Dunia (BWF) pada tahun ini. Kai Wun berkata beliau berharap impian itu dapat direalisasikan menjelang Kejohanan Dunia di Paris, Perancis bermula dari 25 hingga 31 Ogos ini.… Continue reading Kai Wun idam gelaran ketiga musim ini dalam badminton
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Water tariff revision boosts investment but private funding still needed

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s water sector still requires alternative funding schemes involving the private sector to reduce the federal government’s financial burden despite the ongoing review of water tariffs in selected states. CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd said the move is crucial to support the country’s water demand, which is growing at an average rate of two… Continue reading Water tariff revision boosts investment but private funding still needed