
24 sinkhole cases recorded between 2019 and 2024
Perak reports the highest number at 11 cases, according to the Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Ministry.
Thu Mar 06 2025

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
It's About YOUth: Amplifying youths’ voices in climate action
Youths are most impacted by climate change though they have contributed the least to the crisis. Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability’s Undersecretary Dr Hartini Mohd Nasir and UNICEF Malaysia’s Jasmin Irisha Jim Ilham talk about the role of youth in driving climate action and the need to amplify their voices.
Fri Oct 04 2024

NRES directs METMalaysia to review SOP on preparation and dissemination of weather information,warning
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) has instructed the METMalaysia to review the standard operating procedures (SOP) for the dissemination of weather information
Thu Sep 26 2024

MASA calls for environmental commitment on world environment day
One of the strategic thrusts of the vision is to safeguard and sustainably manage natural resources and environment, says Azril Mohd Amin.
Wed Jun 05 2024

Nik Nazmi sends letter of demand to Chegubard
Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad has sent a letter of demand to Badrul Hisham Shaharin.
Thu Dec 28 2023

Wan Junaidi urges all quarters to follow DID's flood advice
Floods particularly in major cities worsened because of the poor irrigation and drainage systems planning.
Thu Sep 21 2017

Bauxite: Natural resources and environment ministry to fully cooperate with MACC
Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said the ministry would not entertain any appeals or requests to interfere with MACC's ongoing investigations.
Mon Aug 14 2017

Wild elephant population in Peninsular Malaysia estimated at 1,450
The population of wild elephants in Peninsular Malaysia is estimated to be between 1,220 to 1,450, said Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Sat Aug 12 2017

Malaysia ready to help put out Indonesian forest fires
The government was seriously concerned about the problem which could cause haze and was ready to provide assistance at any time.
Sun Jul 30 2017

Indonesia takes action to ensure haze does not recur in Malaysia - Wan Junaidi
Indonesia has taken steps to ensure the haze problem does not recur in Malaysia, said Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr. Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Wed Jul 26 2017

Ministries looking at introducing new environment subject in schools
The Natural Resources and Environment Ministry is working together with the Education Ministry to create a subject entirely dedicated to environment in schools.
Mon Jun 19 2017

Ministry, departments to give full cooperation in MACC investigations
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment will provide full cooperation to the MACC in the investigation of its officers arrested for alleged involvement in corruption.
Thu Apr 06 2017

New Bill on water resources to coordinate water management - Wan Junaidi
A new Bill on water resources will be formulated to coordinate water management in the country, says Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Sat Mar 25 2017

Twenty-two rivers very polluted, Dewan Rakyat told
A total 22 rivers nationwide are categorised as very polluted or Class IV, according to the Ministry Natural Resources and Environment.
Mon Mar 13 2017

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025