Malaysia, Vietnam agree to address illegal fishing, discuss South China Sea issue in bilateral meeting
Both leaders agreed to fully adhere to the Declaration of Conduct on the South China Sea.
Fri Nov 17 2023
US plans sanctions on Russia, China - officials
The sanctions will also target about 170 Chinese entities for what Washington considers illegal fishing in the Pacific, the officials said.
Fri Dec 09 2022
Biden swipes at China with memorandum to combat illegal fishing
Some countries in the region chafe at China's vast fishing fleet, arguing its vessels often violate their 200-nautical-mile EEZ.
Tue Jun 28 2022
MMEA detains Vietnamese fishing boat, seizes RM1.5 million in marine catch
The foreign boat had earlier acted aggressively and crashed into KM ARAU, causing damage to both vessels, Maurice said.
Tue Jun 14 2022
Brazil police probe ties to illegal fishing in case of missing British journalist
Police finds traces of blood in boat of suspect linked to disappearance of Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira.
Fri Jun 10 2022
Public urged to report fish bombing in rivers
Illegal fishing methods that use poison, bombs or electric shocks to haul in large catches would damage the ecosystem of marine life.
Mon Jan 24 2022
Eight nabbed for illegal fishing near oil rig
MMEA Labuan Zone arrested eight people, including four Filipinos for fishing near an oil rig, about 23.3 nautical miles northwest of Labuan, Sunday morning.
Sun Apr 18 2021
10 illegal fishing nets seized in Tanjung Tuan waters
Halimi said the number of seizures of illegal fishing nets has increased by 50 per cent compared to the corresponding period last year.
Fri Feb 05 2021
Shooting of Vietnamese fisherman: MMEA followed firearm rules of engagement
He said in an attempt to detain two Vietnamese fishing boats in the 11.40 pm incident, in which one Vietnamese was shot dead, the MMEA crew had earlier fired warning shots.
Tue Aug 18 2020
Five Vietnamese held for illegal fishing in Labuan waters
A Vietnamese fishing vessel with five crew members was detained by Labuan Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) on Saturday afternoon.
Sun Jul 12 2020
Indonesia sinks 27 foreign boats, including from Malaysia, to stop illegal fishing
Indonesia sank 27 impounded foreign boats on Monday, including from Malaysia, to stop illegal fishing in its waters.
Mon Feb 22 2016
Jokowi to visit Malaysia Feb 5
Malaysia is the first country that the Indonesian President will visit since he was sworn-in as president late last year.
Tue Jan 13 2015
Indonesia takes action after illegal fishing cost the republic $24 billion
Indonesia will examine the effectiveness of drowning foreign vessels captured for fishing illegally in the country's waters after it sank three Vietnamese fishing boats on Friday.
Sun Dec 07 2014
Identities of 200 fishermen detained in Indonesian waters still 'vague' - Zahrain
Malaysian ambassador to Indonesia Datuk Seri Zahrain Mohamed Hashim says he has yet to receive official confirmation on the arrests of the fishermen, reportedly to be Malaysians.
Thu Nov 20 2014
Illegal fishing: Authorities identifying Malaysian fishermen held in Indonesia
The Malaysian Fisheries Development Board is in the midst of identifying a group of 200-odd Malaysian fishermen detained in Indonesian waters for illegal fishing.
Thu Nov 20 2014
[COLUMNIST] Building more highways won’t solve traffic congestion - reducing demand will
It is clear that adding more lanes and highways doesn't work, because we are still attempting the same approach to solve the issue.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Hyundai to invest RM2.16 bil in Malaysia through strategic partnership with INOKOM
This investment includes efforts to upgrade INOKOM's existing assembly capacity to meet Hyundai's automotive needs.
Tue Nov 26 2024
‘C4Cinta’ sets record as highest-grossing Malaysian Tamil film
'C4Cinta', directed by young filmmaker Karthik Shamalan, has set a new benchmark in Malaysian Tamil cinema.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Man charged with mother's murder, storing body in freezer
The court denied bail and scheduled case mention on Feb 7 for the submission of forensic, autopsy, and chemist reports.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Abolition of examination in schools to reduce pressure on pupils - Fadhlina
The classroom assessment approach offers a much more interesting learning ecosystem, says Fadhlina Sidek.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Google, Meta urge Australia to delay bill on social media ban for children
Google and Meta says the government should wait for the results of an age-verification trial before going ahead.
Tue Nov 26 2024
Judge tosses Trump 2020 election case after prosecutors' request
It represents a big legal victory for Donald Trump, who won the Nov. 5 US election and is set to return to office on Jan. 20.
Tue Nov 26 2024
DHL plane crash in Lithuania leaves authorities searching for answers
Rescue services said the plane hit the ground, split into pieces and slid over 100 metres (110 yards).
Tue Nov 26 2024
National squad to hold friendly matches for 2025 Indoor Hockey World Cup
The warm-up matches will involve matches against better ranked teams in the world, namely Austria (first) and Belgium (third).
Tue Nov 26 2024
G7 seeks unity on ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The United States, part of the G7, has rejected the ICC decision, with President Joe Biden describing it as outrageous.
Tue Nov 26 2024