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
Thailand to permanently waive visas for Chinese nationals
Thailand will permanently waive visa requirements for Chinese citizens starting March 1, said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.
Tue Jan 02 2024
China offers visa-free entry for citizens of France, Germany, Italy, Malaysia
China will temporarily exempt citizens of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia from needing visas to boost tourism.
Fri Nov 24 2023
India stops new visas for Canadians, asks Ottawa to downsize missions as spat worsens
A blanket suspension of new visas by India for a Western country is unheard of and marks the lowest point of India-Canada relations.
Fri Sep 22 2023
Soccer: Messi to make Inter Miami debut next month
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have agreed terms on a deal and are finalising paperwork and visas.
Wed Jun 21 2023
China to reopen borders to foreign tourists for first time since 2020
Areas in China that required no visas prior to the pandemic will revert to visa-free entry, the foreign ministry said
Tue Mar 14 2023
German ministers offer aid and fast visas on visit to quake-hit Turkey
Germany is offering quick 90-day visas to the European Union's Schengen area for victims who want to visit family members in Germany.
Wed Feb 22 2023
Saudi Arabia issued more than 4 mln Umrah visas since start of Umrah season 1444 Hijrah
Saudi Arabia has issued more than 4 million Umrah visas to pilgrims all over the world within five months since the start of the Umrah season for the year 1444 Hijrah.
Mon Dec 12 2022
Teacher shortages are a global problem - 'prioritising' Australian visas won't solve ours
While it is possible teachers can be found in India, M'sia and S'pore, they are unlikely to be found in significant numbers.
Thu Sep 01 2022
World Cup fans to get Saudi visas as Gulf neighbours cash in
The Saudi visas will be in effect 10 days before the start of the World Cup and will be valid for 60 days.
Sat Aug 27 2022
Saudi Arabia allows all visa holders to perform Umrah
Saudi Arabia announced on Saturday that it has allowed all types of visitors, including those holding tourist visas, to perform Umrah in the kingdom.
Sun Aug 14 2022
Democrats, Republicans sponsor bill to give thousands of Afghans path to citizenship
The bill also would expand eligibility for Special Immigration Visas beyond Afghans who worked for the US government.
Wed Aug 10 2022
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