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Malaysia, Vietnam agree to address illegal fishing, discuss South China Sea issue in bilateral meeting

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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 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

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

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
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024

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

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

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

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