
Bangladeshi politician to provide expert witness testimony in support of habeas corpus application
M.A Quayum's daughter said her father has been living in Malaysia for the past 15 years, holds a passport and is a MM2H visa holder.
Fri Apr 05 2024
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[COLUMNIST] Beyond Borders: Safeguarding Malaysia's Interests
Some critics argue that the perceived favoritism in immigration matters raises doubts about the impartiality of the decision-making process within the Malaysian government.
Mon Dec 25 2023

Improvements to MM2H programme: Nearly RM1 billion collected
The government's move to tighten the conditions for the MM2H increased the country's monetary value compared to the previous five years.
Wed Jun 07 2023

Johor govt proposes reviving MM2HY programme to address residential overhang
The Johor government will propose to revive the MM2H programme as part of the efforts to overcome the issue of residential overhang in the state.
Mon Dec 05 2022

Nov 10 deadline for MM2H companies to apply for PEMULIH aid
Licensed companies participating in the MM2H programme have until Nov 10 to apply for the RM3,000 financial aid under PEMULIH.
Tue Nov 02 2021

Sultan Ibrahim hopes gov't immediately reviews strict 'MM2H' conditions
He raised the issue during an audience with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob this morning.
Sat Sep 25 2021

Johor wants KDN to review MM2H strict conditions
The Johor government hopes the Home Ministry (KDN) would review the strict conditions of Malaysia My Second Home Programme (MM2H) set recently.
Sun Sep 19 2021

Johor Sultan expresses disappointment over KDN's refusal to ease MM2H terms
Sultan of Johor today expressed his disappointment with KDN following the ministry's refusal to review the strict conditions on the Malaysia My Second Home Programme (MM2H) as decided recently.
Fri Sep 17 2021

MM2H: Sabah, Sarawak have special provisions under Immigration Act - Hamzah
Hamzah said the provisions allowed both states to manage immigration matters on the entry and the period of stay of foreigners.
Tue Sep 14 2021

Extraordinary policies needed to overcome pandemic challenges - Jeffrey Cheah
There is a need to put out extraordinary things, especially to encourage the business people to invest, reinvest and boost businesses.
Thu Sep 02 2021

KDN to review MM2H participants - Hamzah
The Home Ministry will review foreigners participating in the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme, so that those who wish to reside in the country are of quality and can contribute to the economy
Wed Sep 01 2021

MM2H Programme to be reactivated in October - Home Ministry
The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme will be reactivated with improvements to policies and application conditions so as to balance the security and economic aspects.
Wed Aug 11 2021

North Koreans still in M'sia are under MM2H programme - IGP
Up to the Immigration Department and the Home Ministry (KDN) to decide on whether these individuals should return to North Korea.
Sat Apr 03 2021

Parliament: MM2H programme not cancelled - Nancy
The government has not cancelled the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme, instead, it is temporarily frozen, the Dewan Rakyat was told today.
Mon Nov 02 2020

More than 30,000 applications from foreign nationals for MM2H approved - Nazri
Tourism and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz says China recorded the most number of applicants with 7,976 followed by Japan (4,127), Bangladesh (3,399) and United Kingdom (2,361).
Wed Mar 22 2017

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Malaysia strengthens semiconductor supply chain with ASEAN member countries - Liew
Malaysia does not intend to compete with neighbouring countries or other ASEAN member states in its efforts to strengthen supply chains.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Six men arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil in Semenyih
Six men, including five foreigners in their 30s, were arrested for alleged misappropriation of subsidised cooking oil.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Hamas says new round of Gaza ceasefire talks has begun
expressing optimism that the talks could lead to "tangible progress"
Wed Mar 12 2025

Ukraine says ready to accept 30-day ceasefire with Russia
Ukraine conveyed its readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, as delegations from Kyiv and Washington met in Saudi Arabia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Musk's SpaceX agrees Starlink cooperation with Airtel in India
Tech billionaire Elon Musk plans to enter the Indian internet market with his Starlink satellite system, reported German news agency dpa.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Trump announces higher steel and aluminium tariffs for Canada
US President Donald Trump plans to impose additional high tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from Canada.
Wed Mar 12 2025
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[COLUMNIST] The futility of resisting English: A barrier to national progress
Promoting Malay language doesn't mean disparaging or undermining other languages, we can uplift it without diminishing others.
Wed Mar 12 2025

What is driving the bloodshed in Syria?
The violence has pitted the Islamist-led government's security forces against fighters from Assad's Alawite minority.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Only seven countries met WHO air quality standards in 2024, data shows
Only Australia, New Zealand, the Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Estonia and Iceland made the grade, according to IQAir.
Wed Mar 12 2025