The status of Datuk Suhaili Abdul Rahman as the Labuan member of Parliament will be decided soon, according to Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul.

Status of Labuan MP to be decided soon, says Speaker

Paya Besar MP Datuk Mohd Shahar Abdullah has called on the government to take over issuing certificates of origin (COs) to stop "origin washing", which he says could harm Malaysia’s trade reputation.

MP urges govt to take over certificate of origin issuance from business chambers to curb 'origin washing'

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz on Monday dismissed claims that Malaysia’s close ties with China were the primary reason behind the latest round of US tariffs targeting Malaysian goods.

Malaysia-China ties not reason behind imposition of US tariffs, says Zafrul

The government will allocate an additional RM50 million to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (Matrade) to expedite efforts to explore new markets.

Govt allocates additional RM50 mil to Matrade to expedite exploration of new markets — Anwar

Government backbencher and Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin has called on Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to reform how medical insurance premiums are priced, especially those based on age brackets. He said insurers use these brackets arbitrarily to justify steep increases, sometimes up to 50% in a year.

Bayan Baru MP urges BNM to reform age-based medical insurance premium hikes

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim criticised the US for unfair trade actions that hurt smaller economies, assuring that Malaysia's strong economy can manage the challenges.

Anwar criticises US trade actions, confident Malaysia can handle the impact

Malaysia has pledged to provide up to RM1.5 billion in additional loan guarantees and financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) affected by US tariff measures.

Govt pledges RM1.5 bil in guarantees, financing as countermeasures against US tariffs

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim indicated in Dewan Rakyat on Monday that the US has agreed to continue talks with Malaysia, with a chance of reducing tariffs. However, discussions are still at an early stage, and no deal has been made yet.

Anwar: US open to tariff talks with Malaysia, possible tariff reduction on the table

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to explain the government’s plans and measures to address the reciprocal tariffs imposed by the US at the special Parliament session on Monday.

Govt to outline measures on US reciprocal tariffs in Parliament today

All eyes will be on the Dewan Rakyat on Monday as members of Parliament convene for a special sitting to deliberate on the United States’ (US) surprise imposition of retaliatory tariffs on Malaysian exports — a move that has sparked concern across government and industry.

Special Parliament session to address US tariffs tomorrow 

KUALA LUMPUR (April 24): The special sitting of Dewan Rakyat on May 5 to discuss the impact of the United States’ actions on the Malaysian economy will be held at the request of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Special May 5 Dewan Rakyat sitting is on PM’s request — Parliament

A special sitting will be held in the Dewan Rakyat on May 5 to discuss the issue of the US' retaliatory tariffs imposed on Malaysia.

This was confirmed by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Tuesday.

Anwar confirms special Parliament session on May 5 to discuss US tariff issue

The Dewan Negara concluded its session on Tuesday after 12 days of sittings from March 3, during which 10 bills were passed.

Dewan Negara concludes 12 days of sittings with 10 bills passed

A survey conducted by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to confirm if the number of X users (formerly Twitter) in the country is below eight million is expected to be completed in the third quarter of this year.

Survey to confirm number of X users in Malaysia to be completed in 3Q, says Teo

The staggered port tariff increase in Port Klang beginning July will erode Malaysia’s value proposition and increase the risk of cargo diversion to competing regional ports, said the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM).

Port tariff hike above Asean peers erodes Malaysia’s value proposition, says FMM

Iran and Israel traded missiles and airstrikes on Saturday, the day after Israel launched a sweeping air offensive against its old enemy, killing commanders and scientists and bombing nuclear sites in a stated bid to stop its building an atomic weapon.

Israel threatens to make Tehran 'burn' after Iranian retaliatory strikes

US President Donald Trump's administration has told immigration officials to largely pause raids and arrests in the agricultural industry, hotels and restaurants, the New York Times reported on Friday.

US immigration officials told to largely pause raids on farms, hotels — report

Thai and Cambodian officials met on Saturday to try to ease tensions amid fears of military clashes after a long-running territorial dispute reignited, leading both countries to mobilise troops on the border.

Thailand and Cambodia meet to address simmering border tensions

The European Central Bank's inflation target of 2% is in reach, ECB President Christine Lagarde was quoted as saying in an interview published on Saturday.

ECB's Lagarde says 2% inflation target in reach — report

India said that eight of the 34 Boeing Co 787 planes in the country have been inspected following the fatal crash of an Air India 787 Dreamliner on Thursday that killed all but one of the 242 people on board.

India begins inspections of nation’s 787 jets after fatal crash

There is no indication of mechanical failure or excessive wear in the braking, steering and suspension systems of the bus involved in the fatal crash involving Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI) students in Gerik, Perak, said the Ministry of Transport (MOT).

No signs of brake, steering failure in Gerik crash, says MOT

For the first time, the government has announced a one-year exemption from training levy payments for all private educational institutions, effective Jan 1, 2026.

Private educational institutions to get one-year training levy waiver from 2026 — Anwar

The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) Act comes into effect on Saturday, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said.

Malaysian Media Council Act comes into force today, marking new chapter in media reform — Fahmi

Malaysia has issued a travel advisory for Iran, Iraq and Jordan amid tensions between Iran and Israel, urging its citizens to defer non-essential travel and prioritise their safety.

Malaysia issues travel advisory for Iran, Iraq and Jordan amid Iran–Israel tensions

Airbus SE said the fatal accident on Thursday in India involving a Boeing Co airliner should spur the industry as a whole to advance its safety culture, dismissing the notion that the crash could bring a competitive edge to one planemaker over the other in the global duopoly.&nbsp;

Airbus says Air India accident is learning moment for industry

Donald Trump reported more than US$600 million (RM2.55 billion) in income from crypto, golf clubs, licensing and other ventures in a public financial disclosure report released on Friday that provided a glimpse of the vast business holdings of America’s billionaire president.

Trump reports more than US$600m in income from crypto, golf, licensing fees

Malaysia has issued a travel advisory for Iran, Iraq and Jordan amid tensions between Iran and Israel, urging its citizens to defer non-essential travel and prioritise their safety.

There is no indication of mechanical failure or excessive wear in the braking, steering and suspension systems of the bus involved in the fatal crash involving Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI) students in Gerik, Perak, said the Ministry of Transport (MOT).

Boeing delivered a new 787-9 aircraft to China's Juneyao Airlines on Saturday, Chinese media outlet Yicai reported, as trade tensions between Beijing and Washington ease.

Boeing resumes China deliveries with 787-9 jet to Juneyao Airlines — report

Minister of Communications Datuk Fahmi Fadzil on Saturday announced that the founding board of the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) has been finalised.

Appointment of Malaysian Media Council founding board finalised — Fahmi

For the first time, the government has announced a one-year exemption from training levy payments for all private educational institutions, effective Jan 1, 2026.

The death toll in the deadly Air India plane crash rose to 270 on Saturday, with families increasingly getting upset due to delays in handing over bodies which were badly charred in the tragedy in the western Indian city of Ahmedabad.

Air India crash death toll hits 270, families wait for bodies

Vietnam's National Assembly on Saturday approved a proposal to raise the special consumption tax on alcoholic beverages to 90% by 2031 from the current 65%, a move that will add to challenges facing the industry even though the top rate won't be as high as first flagged.

Vietnam parliament approves hiking tax on alcoholic drinks to 90% by 2031

Ashton Hall’s morning routine involves dunking his head in iced Saratoga Spring Water. For the company that sells the bottled water — Hall’s brand of choice for drinking, brushing his teeth and submerging himself — that’s fantastic news.

Influencer marketing gains ground as global ad budgets tighten

Nippon Steel Corp won conditional US approval for its US$14.1 billion (RM59.86 billion) purchase of United States Steel Corp, capping a lengthy saga in a tie-up that will create one of the world’s largest steel companies.

US Steel sale to Nippon Steel poised to close after Trump deal

Platinum fell by the most in more than three years as market tightness began to ease and conflict in the Middle East prompted global investors to reduce risk.

Platinum tumbles as traders reduce risk on Middle East tension

The staggered port tariff increase in Port Klang beginning July will erode Malaysia’s value proposition and increase the risk of cargo diversion to competing regional ports, said the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM).

Iran said the dialogue with the US over Tehran's nuclear programme is "meaningless" after Israel's biggest-ever military strike against its longstanding enemy, but said it is yet to decide on whether to attend planned talks on Sunday.

Iran says talks with US 'meaningless' after Israel attack, but yet to decide on attending

US President Donald Trump's administration has told immigration officials to largely pause raids and arrests in the agricultural industry, hotels and restaurants, the New York Times reported on Friday.

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The Malaysian Media Council (MMC) Act comes into effect on Saturday, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said.&nbsp;

US Marines deployed to Los Angeles made their first detention of a civilian on Friday, part of a rare use of military force to support domestic police and coming ahead of national protests over President Donald Trump's military parade in Washington.

US Marines make first detention in LA as more protests expected

India said that eight&nbsp;of the 34 Boeing Co 787 planes in the country have been inspected following the fatal crash of an Air India 787 Dreamliner on Thursday that killed all but one of the 242 people on board.&nbsp;

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