Politics
Selangor Ends Negotiations with Kampung Jawa Landowners as WCE Construction Moves Forward
Selangor has ended talks with 19 Kampung Jawa landowners, insisting compensation was fair and construction of the WCE must continue.
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War
Australia Unveils First “Ghost Shark” Autonomous Submarine
Australia launched its first Ghost Shark undersea drone, marking a major leap in autonomous naval warfare and sovereign defence capability.
Inflation
US Inflation Holds at 3% in September as Fed Eyes Another Rate Cut
US inflation remained at 3% in September, slightly below expectations, as the Fed considers another rate cut amid slowdown.
Agriculture
Rafizi: Malaysia’s Development Spending Fails to Lift Agriculture, Risks Long-Term Economic Imbalance
Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli warns Malaysia’s small agricultural budget limits productivity and rural jobs despite rising infrastructure spending.
ASEAN
Trump to Visit Malaysia for Asean Summit Amid Public Opposition
US President Donald Trump will visit Malaysia for the Asean Summit, his first Asia trip since returning to office.
China
Xi Urges “Reunification” in Message to Taiwan’s New KMT Leader Cheng Li-wun
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated new KMT leader Cheng Li-wun, urging stronger cross-Strait ties and progress toward national reunification.
Economy and Business
Singapore and Malaysia Better as Friends than Rivals, Says Zafrul
Tengku Zafrul urges stronger Singapore-Malaysia collaboration and Asean unity, highlighting the Johor-Singapore SEZ as a model for shared prosperity.
Malaysia
Malaysia’s rare earths put it at the centre of big power rivalries
Malaysia is emerging as a key player in rare earths, holding substantial resources and strategic geographical advantages amid global competition.
Development
Sri Mulyani Ousted in Sudden Shake-Up of Indonesia’s Cabinet
Sri Mulyani Indrawati was dismissed as Indonesia's Finance Minister, replaced by Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa amid rising unrest and protests.
Agriculture
Kedah Welcomes Sarawak’s Bid to Become Rice Bowl by 2030
Kedah's Menteri Besar supports Sarawak's goal to enhance rice production by 2030, improving Malaysia's food security and reducing imports.
Government Policies
Dewan Rakyat Adjourns Without Vote on Urban Renewal Bill
The July Dewan Rakyat session ended without voting on the Urban Renewal Bill, set for resumption in October after ministerial debates.
Courts
Saifuddin to Appeal RM670,000 Defamation Ruling in Sanusi Case
Home Minister Saifuddin will appeal a court ruling to pay RM670,000 to Kedah MB Sanusi for defamation.
Development
Penang City Council Praised for Helping Businesses Display Jalur Gemilang Properly
Social media user using the handle @Abel said that Council help with the Jalur Gemilang demonstrates moral values, intelligence, and authority in a dignified…
Business News
Debate Heats Up Over 40% Bumiputera Quota in Kuala Lumpur
The debate over the 40% Bumiputera quota in Kuala Lumpur highlights tensions between outdated policy targets and current demographic realities.
Banking and Finance
Najib’s House Arrest Bid: Federal Court to Decide AG’s Appeal on Aug 13
The Federal Court will decide on August 13 whether AG Dusuki Mokhtar can appeal Najib Razak's pursuit of a judicial review for home arrest.
Fuel
Rafizi Warns Petronas Revenue Loss Could Undermine National Economy, Credit Rating
Rafizi Ramli warns that poor negotiations between Petronas and Petros could significantly harm Malaysia’s economy and investor confidence.