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New film censorship guidelines launched to boost production of high-quality works

New film censorship guidelines launched to boost production of high-quality works

The main pillars incorporated in new censorship guidelines are public order and safety, religion and morality and sociocultural perspective.
Mon May 20 2024
For Malaysian filmmakers, censorship stifles optimism after overseas glory

For Malaysian filmmakers, censorship stifles optimism after overseas glory

Under Malaysian law, films intended for public viewing must be approved by the Film Censorship Board.
Sat Feb 10 2024
“Mentega Terbang” director, producer get leave to challenge Home Ministry’s ban on film

“Mentega Terbang” director, producer get leave to challenge Home Ministry’s ban on film

Mohd Khairianwar Jailani and Tan Meng Kheng are seeking an order to revoke the ban and declare the Film Censorship Act unconstitutional.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Decision to cancel screening of 'Lightyear' movie made by distributor - LPF

Decision to cancel screening of 'Lightyear' movie made by distributor - LPF

The decision to cancel the screenings of the animated movie 'Lightyear' in Malaysia was made by its distributor, said Film Censorship Board (LPF).
Fri Jun 17 2022
Hong Kong passes film censorship law to 'safeguard national security'

Hong Kong passes film censorship law to 'safeguard national security'

The film censorship law was aimed at content deemed to "endorse, support, glorify, encourage and incite activities that might endanger national security."
Wed Oct 27 2021
Seniman lodges police report against Namewee's latest film

Seniman lodges police report against Namewee's latest film

Seniman says films produced in Malaysia must be in accordance with the guidelines stipulated by the FINAS and Film Censorship Board.
Sat Dec 12 2020
Local activist fined RM10,000 for screening uncensored movie

Local activist fined RM10,000 for screening uncensored movie

A local activist was fined RM10,000 or one year imprisonment today for screening a movie, "No Fire Zone: The Killing Fields of Sri Lanka" which had not been approved by the Film Censorship Board.
Wed Mar 22 2017
Beauty and the Beast fiasco: Malaysia firm not to allow movie release

Beauty and the Beast fiasco: Malaysia firm not to allow movie release

The government is firm in its stand to not allow the screening of the film 'Beauty and the Beast' in the country if Walt Disney could not meet the Film Censorship Board's request for a minor cut invol
Sat Mar 18 2017
LPF does not censor film contents - Nur Jazlan

LPF does not censor film contents - Nur Jazlan

The Film Censorship Board (LPF) will not censor all acts of violence, sex and deviant teachings found in films as too much of censoring is not good for the society
Mon Apr 04 2016
For Their Eyes Only: India board censors Bond's kissing

For Their Eyes Only: India board censors Bond's kissing

Central Board of Film Certification has cut the length of two passionate embrace scenes between Daniel Craig and his co-stars Monica Bellucci and Lea Seydoux.
Thu Nov 19 2015
Film Censorship Act provision constitutional, Federal Court rules

Film Censorship Act provision constitutional, Federal Court rules

It is an offence for a person to screen a film prior to approval by the Film Censorship Board, the Federal Court rules.
Mon Sep 14 2015
More online film screenings, fees to be increased - Zahid

More online film screenings, fees to be increased - Zahid

Home Minister said the Film Censorship Board will expedite the film screening process by expanding online screenings.
Tue May 27 2014
'The Raid 2: Berandal' banned due to excessive violence

'The Raid 2: Berandal' banned due to excessive violence

The movie The Raid 2: Berandal by director Gareth Evans is banned as it contains too many violent scenes.
Tue Apr 08 2014
'Noah' banned in Malaysia

'Noah' banned in Malaysia

The film 'Noah' has been banned and will not be screened in Malaysia as it was deemed insensitive to the local community.
Fri Apr 04 2014
KOMAS staff to be charged for screening documentary film

KOMAS staff to be charged for screening documentary film

KOMAS program officer to appear in court on September 19 for screening the No Fire Zone, the Killing Fields of Sri Lanka film.
Wed Sep 18 2013
Trump refutes China's claim of no trade talks

Trump refutes China's claim of no trade talks

'We've been meeting with China' Trump says vaguely but gave no names or details.
Fri Apr 25 2025
China considers exempting some goods from US tariffs

China considers exempting some goods from US tariffs

Some recent imports from US have not been subject to tariffs, AmChan says, citing members.
Fri Apr 25 2025
Indonesia wants 'fair and square' trade in US tariff talks

Indonesia wants 'fair and square' trade in US tariff talks

Indonesia is prioritising its national interests in its ongoing negotiations over US tariffs, its senior economic minister says.
Fri Apr 25 2025
China defends global trade system amid US tariff tensions, says Ambassador

China defends global trade system amid US tariff tensions, says Ambassador

China does not seek war but is not afraid of it, and would fight if necessary, says Zheng Zeguang.
Fri Apr 25 2025
China warns G20 global economic growth 'insufficient', trade tensions weaken momentum

China warns G20 global economic growth 'insufficient', trade tensions weaken momentum

China supports dialogue and consultation "on equal footing" to settle trade and tariff disputes, says Finance Minister Lan Foan.
Fri Apr 25 2025
Niaga SPOTLIGHT | Agri-Tech: Malaysia's Strategic Pivot to Food Sovereignty

Niaga SPOTLIGHT | Agri-Tech: Malaysia's Strategic Pivot to Food Sovereignty

In Malaysia, a surprisingly small portion of agricultural land is dedicated to food production. Approximately 1.2 million hectares only are used for food crops, while the majority is used for oil palm (71.4%) and rubber (11.9%)

In such a scenario, it’s essential to pivot Malaysia’s food sovereignty via AgriTech.

NIAGA SPOTLIGHT features Dr Jay Desan, Co-Founder, BoomGrow and Chef Norazizi bin Taslim, Executive Chef, discussing BoomGrow - a homegrown AgriTech startup at the forefront of this transformation, via 5G-enabled, AI-powered vertical farms across Malaysia.

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Fri Apr 25 2025
Bilateral trade deal among topics discussed with USTR

Bilateral trade deal among topics discussed with USTR

Malaysia open to talks with US on trade deficit, non-tariff barriers, tech security, and possible bilateral trade deal.
Fri Apr 25 2025
What have been flashpoints in Canada-US relations?

What have been flashpoints in Canada-US relations?

Here are some highlights of recent US-Canada relations.
Fri Apr 25 2025
Tariffs may mean more US steel jobs. Will there be workers to fill them?

Tariffs may mean more US steel jobs. Will there be workers to fill them?

Trump's 25 pct steel tariffs mark his push to revive US manufacturing by taxing imports and boosting local industry.
Fri Apr 25 2025
Malaysia can be catalyst for ASEAN-China semiconductor, infrastructure integration - Economist

Malaysia can be catalyst for ASEAN-China semiconductor, infrastructure integration - Economist

This fast-growing region, namely ASEAN plus China will likely double in economic size over the next decade, says Dr Yao Tang.
Fri Apr 25 2025