KDN collaborates with Interpol, Aseanpol to combat human trafficking, migrant smuggling
Home Ministry says the govt cannot act alone because human trafficking and smuggling of migrants are dynamic crimes that transcend borders.
Mon Jun 10 2024
Spike in Asia, Africa migrants turns Amazon jungle outpost into crossroads
A recent crackdown on migrant smuggling and human trafficking throughout the Americas turned up migrants from 69 countries.
Sat Dec 16 2023
Malaysia's move to Tier 2 Watch List of tip has positive impact on trade sector - DPM Fadillah
Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said Malaysia is establishing cooperation and engagement sessions, especially with the United States.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Smuggling of migrants: Three immigration officers arrested since Oct 12
Khairul Dzaimee said the department won't compromise on its officers found to be involved in the smuggling of migrants and human trafficking cases.
Wed Nov 09 2022
Alleged truck driver posed as victim after Texas migrant deaths
The suspected driver was charged in US federal court with a single count of migrant smuggling resulting in death.
Thu Jun 30 2022
Migrant smuggling syndicate members detained in Johor
Johor police have detained 12 members of a migrant smuggling syndicate dubbed as 'Geng Janggut' through Op Benteng at three locations around the city and Kulai on Wednesday and Thursday.
Sun Dec 05 2021
JKDM intensifying operations against migrant smuggling
JKDM is intensifying operations to prevent migrant smuggling which looks set to increase despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue Sep 28 2021
MMEA identifies 33 hot migrant smuggling locations
Ahmad Faridi said besides migrant smuggling, the locations involved are also gateways for drug trafficking.
Wed Jun 16 2021
Johor Police not ruling out existence of new migrant smuggling network
Ayob Khan says 537 illegal immigrants had been nabbed in the same operation held by the Johor Police Contingent, from April 22 until last Sunday.
Tue Oct 27 2020
Police officer nabbed over involvement in Sarawak migrant smuggling
A special branch officer from the Sarawak police contingent suspected of being involved in the trafficking of migrants into the country was detained last week.
Thu Jul 16 2020
Migrant smuggling: IP on 19 law enforcement personnel submitted to AGC
Johor police chief Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said they were now waiting instructions from the AGC for further action.
Tue Jul 07 2020
Police intensify patrols in mangrove areas to curb migrant smuggling
The General Operations Force (GOF) had been mobilised to carry out operations at all identified locations, including the mangrove areas.
Sun Jul 05 2020
Immigration assistant director nabbed for alleged involvement in migrant smuggling
Police have detained an Immigration assistant director on suspicion of being involved in migrant smuggling syndicate in Johor.
Fri Jul 03 2020
Police nab 63 more suspected for smuggling illegals
Police arrested 63 others suspected of participating in migrant smuggling activities on June 8.
Tue Jun 30 2020
Stern action for officers involved in migrant smuggling activity - Immigration DG
The Immigration Department (JIM) will not protect any its officers and compromise if any them are found working with skippers or middleman linked to migrant smuggling syndicates.
Thu Jun 25 2020
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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