China, Malaysia should push forward railway, industrial projects, China's Li says
Li Qiang says China is willing to "improve the layout of cooperation" with M'sia in various fields and to promote further visa facilitation.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Malaysia recorded more than 1.4 mln arrivals from China as of June this year
The introduction of visa-free entry for Chinese travellers has spurred inquiries and bookings to Malaysia from China.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Australia to limit foreign student enrolments in migration crackdown
The government looks to rein in record migration that has contributed to a spike in home rental prices.
Tue Aug 27 2024
Immigration Department extends visa for family of sinkhole victim
Arvend Applasamy said the visa extension was granted to the victim's husband, child and two other family members.
Mon Aug 26 2024
Malaysia hopes China reciprocates by extending similar 30-day visa exemption - Foreign Minister
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan said, currently, Malaysians are allowed to visit China without a visa for 15 days.
Tue Jul 30 2024
Indonesia launches 'Golden Visa' to lure foreign investors, boost economy
The "Golden Visa" requires individual investors to set up a company worth $2.5 mln, while a 10-year visa requires a $5 mln investment.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Australia doubles foreign student visa fee in migration crackdown
From July 1, international student visa fees increases, while onshore applications barred for visitor visa holders.
Mon Jul 01 2024
China, Malaysia to extend visa exemptions for travellers
China will extend visa exemptions for Malaysian travelers until 2025, and Malaysia will do the same for Chinese tourists until 2026.
Thu Jun 20 2024
China agrees to extend visa exemption for Malaysian tourists
China has extended the visa-free policy for short-term visits to the republic for Malaysia and 11 other nations until the end of 2025.
Fri May 31 2024
Ahmad Zahid proposes China extend visa exemption to 30 days for M'sian tourists
The decision is expected to be announced during the official visit of China's top leaders to Malaysia next month, said Datuk Norman Muhamad.
Thu May 30 2024
Canada pledges more visas for Gazans, says it's 'horrified' by Israeli attack in Rafah
Canada said it will issue visas to 5,000 Gazans, more than it originally pledged.
Tue May 28 2024
Malaysia risks losing privileges if citizens continue violating Saudi laws
Datuk Seri Syed Salleh Syed Abdul Rahman said if one is caught misusing tourist visas, it would tarnish Malaysia's reputation and image.
Wed May 15 2024
Malaysians stranded in Makkah for using tourist visa to perform Haj, TH looking best way to help - Dr Zulkifli
It is learnt that the prospective Haj group was deceived by the offer of cheap Haj package by using tourist visas to perform the pilgrimage.
Tue May 14 2024
Malaysian haj pilgrims first to be issued visas this year - Na'im
Malaysian haj pilgrims are the first pilgrims in the world to be issued with visas from the Saudi Arabian Haj and Umrah Ministry.
Mon Apr 29 2024
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
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
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
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 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
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 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
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
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
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
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024