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Malaysia Celebrates Mahathir Mohamad’s 100th Birthday as Anwar Ibrahim Extends Birthday Wishes

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – Today, Thursday, July 10, 2025, Malaysia marks the 100th birthday of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, a towering figure in the nation’s history who served as prime minister for over 22 years across two terms, shaping Malaysia’s modern identity with a focus on Malay community development. Prime Minister Dayo’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim […]

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Anwar Ibrahim Defends ASEAN’s Myanmar Engagement as Strategic Shift Amid Earthquake Crisis

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia,  July 9, 2025 – Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, in an interview with France 24 broadcast on Wednesday, articulated ASEAN’s renewed approach to the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, emphasizing a strategic pivot from non-engagement to active dialogue with the military junta. The discussion, which has already sparked significant interest online,

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Democratic Leaders Condemn Rep. Randy Fine’s Remarks Against Ilhan Omar Amid Rising Political Tensions

WASHINGTON D.C, July 9, 2025 – House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, along with Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, issued a scathing joint statement late Wednesday, denouncing Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.) for what they described as “unhinged, racist, and Islamophobic” comments targeting Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.). The rebuke comes amid heightened concerns over

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U.S. Sanctions UN Rapporteur Amid Escalating Tensions Over Israel Conflict

WASHINGTON D.C, July 9, 2025 – The United States escalated its diplomatic standoff with the United Nations on Wednesday, imposing sanctions on Francesca Albanese, the UN Human Rights Council Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories. The move, announced by Secretary of State Marco Rubio on July 9, 2025, follows Albanese’s recent call for the

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U.S. Slaps 50% Tariff on Brazil Amid Bolsonaro Trial Tensions

WASHINGTON D.C, July 9, 2025 – In a dramatic escalation of trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on all Brazilian exports to the United States, effective August 1, citing Brazil’s handling of the ongoing trial of former President Jair Bolsonaro as a “witch hunt.” The announcement, made via a letter

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New York Deploys State Police to Aid Texas Flood Recovery Efforts

KERR COUNTY, Texas – July 9,  2025, In a show of interstate solidarity, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced late Wednesday that the New York State Police (NYSP), along with canine search teams, have been deployed to Kerr County, Texas, to assist with ongoing search and recovery efforts following devastating floods. The deployment, which began

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DEPUTY IGP ATTENDS OPENING OF 58TH ASEAN FOREIGN MINISTERS’ MEETING

KUALA LUMPUR,  Malaysia, 9 July 2025 – Deputy Inspector-General of Police (Deputy IGP), DIG Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay, attended the opening ceremony of the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) and Related Meetings, officiated by Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, this morning. Tan Sri

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MCMC and SDEC Launch SMART600 Project to Bridge Sarawak’s Rural Digital Divide

CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, July 9, 2025 — The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation (SDEC) have joined forces to transform rural connectivity in Sarawak through the ambitious SMART600 Project, a high-impact initiative aimed at fostering inclusive digital access across the state. The collaboration was formalized today with a signing ceremony at

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Malaysia Advances Trade Talks with US, Balancing Market Access and National Interests

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 9, 2025 – Malaysia is making significant strides in its trade negotiations with the United States, with the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) outlining key progress in securing export market access, modernizing the economy, and safeguarding long-term livelihoods, according to a recent statement by the minister. The complex negotiations,

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Kuala Lumpur Hosts 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Anwar Urges Unity and Action

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 9, 2025 – Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim opened the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting today, calling for bold choices to strengthen the bloc’s regional influence and resilience amid global challenges. The event, held in the Malaysian capital, marks a pivotal moment for ASEAN as it navigates geopolitical tensions and

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