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Research shows how smugglers 'help' Indonesian migrant workers return home

Research shows how smugglers 'help' Indonesian migrant workers return home

This form of return migration, which we call 'return smuggling', is a longstanding issue between Indonesia and Malaysia.
Thu Jun 29 2023
Indonesian police arrest over 600 human trafficking suspects

Indonesian police arrest over 600 human trafficking suspects

Police also rescued 1,826 victims during the ongoing crackdown on people smuggling syndicates from June 5 to 27.
Thu Jun 29 2023
Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants

Wang Kelian case: Four Thai men charged with smuggling Myanmar migrants

A total of 139 graves and over two dozen campsites suspected to have been run by people-smuggling groups in Wang Kelian.
Fri Jun 23 2023
Migrants escape from suffocating people-smuggling trailer in Mexico

Migrants escape from suffocating people-smuggling trailer in Mexico

About 400 migrants were being transported in the trailer, near the small town of Acayucan, when they began to suffocate, authorities said.
Fri Jul 29 2022
Kelantan Govt ready to discuss on fencing up Malaysia-Thai border

Kelantan Govt ready to discuss on fencing up Malaysia-Thai border

However, the wall should not hinder the trade activities between the two countries, Datuk Mohd Amar Nik Abdullah says.
Tue Aug 23 2016
Interpol says seeking 123 suspected human traffickers

Interpol says seeking 123 suspected human traffickers

Interpol said on Thursday it is seeking public help to track down 123 suspected human traffickers wanted around the world.
Thu Jun 23 2016
Four foreigners charged with trafficking of migrants at Wang Kelian

Four foreigners charged with trafficking of migrants at Wang Kelian

Of the four, two are Myanmar national, one a Thai national and the other a Bangladeshi.
Tue May 10 2016
Thai police say bomb suspect part of people smuggling gang

Thai police say bomb suspect part of people smuggling gang

National police spokesman Prawut Thavornsiri said officers believed the suspect was part of a crime group who helped illegal migrants obtain counterfeit documents.
Sun Aug 30 2015
IGP: 'I know who 'Yassin' is'

IGP: 'I know who 'Yassin' is'

The police have identified a people-smuggling syndicate agent who is purportedly the culprit for human trafficking cases in Wang Kelian, Perlis.
Tue Jun 02 2015
Human trafficking: Malaysia on the hunt for syndicate masterminds

Human trafficking: Malaysia on the hunt for syndicate masterminds

Najib Razak has instructed relevant authorities to look for the masterminds of syndicates involved in human trafficking across the country's borders.
Sat May 30 2015
People-smugglers offering deals on Australia route

People-smugglers offering deals on Australia route

People-smugglers have resorted to slashing prices and offering special deals for boatpeople seeking a new life in Australia, including children travelling for free.
Fri May 16 2014
Australia to give Malaysia boats to tackle people-smuggling

Australia to give Malaysia boats to tackle people-smuggling

Australia to give Malaysia two custom boats as gifts in a bid to tackle people-smuggling in the region.
Thu Feb 06 2014
Australian PM rounds on 'singularly unhelpful' Indonesia

Australian PM rounds on 'singularly unhelpful' Indonesia

Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott called on Jakarta to resume collaboration on the stream of asylum-seekers transiting through the Southeast Asian nation.
Sun Dec 15 2013
Indonesia suspends Australia people-smuggling cooperation

Indonesia suspends Australia people-smuggling cooperation

Indonesia suspends cooperation with Australia in a number of areas over spying claims
Wed Nov 20 2013
People smuggling has led to almost 1,000 deaths, says report

People smuggling has led to almost 1,000 deaths, says report

In a little over 10 years, almost 1,000 asylum-seekers have died at sea while trying to reach Australia by boat, a new report says.
Tue Jul 30 2013
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