Police rescue woman locked in house, nab one
The suspect allegedly wanted to manage the victim's passport by locking her in the house before sending her abroad.
Mon Dec 11 2023
Gaps remain in effective enforcement of anti-trafficking law - Tenaganita
Tenaganita says challenges remain in terms of obtaining strong evidence to convict trafficking perpetrators.
Thu Nov 23 2023
Sarawak police receive 52 reports on human trafficking, job scams
Initially, they were promised lucrative jobs at casinos and hotels with handsome salaries in US dollars, police said.
Thu Nov 09 2023
Immigration Dept busts syndicate trafficking Sri Lankan kids to Europe
Initial investigations showed the syndicate received 30,000 to 50,000 euros for each Sri Lankan child taken to Europe on M'sian passports.
Wed Apr 19 2023
Cops rescue woman believed to be victim of human trafficking in Pasir Gudang
A police team raided the house and rescued the woman, who had been kept confined with the doors locked from the outside.
Tue Aug 30 2022
African prostitution ring busted with arrest of 10 foreigners in Cyberjaya
The syndicate targeted international students and African men charging each customer between RM200 and RM500, Khairul Dzaimee said.
Thu Aug 18 2022
Four arrested for exploitation of foreign workers
The also police seized 20 passports and RM13,600 and preliminary investigation found that the victims were working at a cement factory.
Thu Aug 11 2022
Efforts to eradicate human trafficking need people's involvement - Hamzah
Hamzah said all parties should give serious attention to the issue as national security is a joint responsibility.
Wed Aug 03 2022
[COLUMNIST] Tier 3 - not again!
The problem is also linked to the wider issue of systemic corruption and malpractices among enforcement and other public officials.
Mon Aug 01 2022
'Tekong darat' are traitors - Perlis police chief
Tekong darat who are responsible for sneaking in illegal immigrants into the country can be considered as traitors, Surina said.
Thu May 26 2022
JKDM intensifying operations against migrant smuggling
JKDM is intensifying operations to prevent migrant smuggling which looks set to increase despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Sep 28 2021
Cops detain employer for allegedly abusing foreign national worker
Initial investigation revealed that the worker claimed to have been working for 18 months without being paid, besides being beaten up.
Wed Aug 11 2021
Boat carrying illegals sinks after ramming MMEA vessel
Mohd Rosli said that MMEA had detained 19 foreigners, including two Indonesian women, who were trying to leave the country illegally.
Tue Aug 03 2021
MAPO All Out To Eradicate Human Trafficking, Smuggling Activities
Human trafficking is the third-largest crime in the world, behind drugs and arms trafficking.
Mon Aug 02 2021
Malaysia's downgrade to Tier 3 on human trafficking - inevitable?
According to the TIP Report, officials did not demonstrate a consistent understanding of the definition of trafficking.
Tue Jul 06 2021
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Malaysia's inflation at 1.9 pct in Oct 2024 - DOSM
Malaysia's inflation rate for October 2024 has increased to 1.9 per cent, up from 1.8 per cent in September this year.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Saudi Arabia showcases Vision 2030 goals at Airshow China 2024
For the first time, Saudi Arabia is participating in the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition held recently in Zhuhai.
Fri Nov 22 2024
King Charles' coronation cost GBP 71mil, govt accounts show
The coronation of Britain's King Charles cost taxpayers GBP72 million (US$90 million), official accounts have revealed.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Couple and associate charged with trafficking 51.9 kg of meth
A married couple and a man were charged in the Magistrate's Court here today with trafficking 51.974 kilogrammes of Methamphetamine.
Fri Nov 22 2024
PDRM to consult AGC in completing Teoh Beng Hock investigation
The police may seek new testimony from existing witnesses for additional insights into the investigation of Teoh Beng Hock's death.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Thai court rejects petition over ex-PM Thaksin's political influence
Thailand's Constitutional Court rejects a petition seeking to stop Thaksin Shinawatra from interfering in the running the Pheu Thai party.
Fri Nov 22 2024