No more COVID-19 tests for certain travellers - Khairy
The requirement for COVID-19 testing before departure to Malaysia and upon arrival for certain categories of travellers has been dropped starting today, said Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin.
Sun May 01 2022
COVID-19 test no longer required for travellers from three categories
Effective May 1, travellers under three categories are no longer required to undergo COVID-19 test before departing for Malaysia and upon arrival.
Wed Apr 27 2022
Airlines need to ensure passengers download MySejahtera, obtain traveller card
Airlines need to ensure that passengers to Malaysia have already downloaded the MySejahtera app and obtained their traveller cards before departure, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said.
Fri Apr 01 2022
MPN recommends reopening of borders as early as March 1
Muhyiddin said the COVID-19 swab test should still be required before departure and upon arrival in accordance with the MOH recommendations.
Tue Feb 08 2022
COVID-testing rules spark Christmas travel chaos in Australia as cases hit records
Most states require travellers to have a negative test result 72 hours before departure in order to be allowed entry.
Thu Dec 23 2021
Singapore, Malaysia reopen land border amid worries over the Omicron variant
Travellers must test negative for COVID-19 before departure, and Malaysia also requires travellers to pass the on-arrival COVID-19 test.
Mon Nov 29 2021
Tourists to Langkawi must undergo COVID-19 screening before departure - Khairy
Starting tomorrow, travellers intending to visit Langkawi are required to undergo screening for COVID-19 before departure.
Wed Sep 15 2021
No need for COVID-19 test three days before departure to Sarawak
Individuals wishing to enter Sarawak from the Peninsula, Sabah and Labuan will no longer have to undergo the COVID-19 screening test three days before travelling to the state, effective Monday.
Sat Mar 20 2021
AirAsia's domestic flights remain operational during MCO, police approval needed
AirAsia said for essential travel, passengers must obtain a valid approval from police before departure.
Tue Jan 12 2021
Urine trouble: Japan train driver 'pees' on track causes furore
The driver urinated over the rails before departure as he did not want to cause a delay by going to the restroom.
Sun Sep 18 2016
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024