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Investment from China a boon for Anwar’s administration, but Malaysia must be cautious

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured a record investment commitment of RM170 billion from China, which is expected to bolster his administration’s support and create a favorable atmosphere. Anwar’s focus on the economy and his efforts to win foreign investment and create job opportunities are earning him many brownie points, according to Dr Ngeow Chow Bing, the director of the Institute of China Studies at the University of Malaya. However, some experts warn that Malaysia needs to be cautious not to be bullied by China, given its significant economic relationship with the country.

Malaysia secures record RM170 billion worth of investment commitments from China

Malaysia made history by securing a record investment commitment of RM170 billion from China. This is the largest investment commitment from China to Malaysia so far, made through 19 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) between Chinese and Malaysian businesses.

Malaysia police probe viral video of Chinese tourist alleging police extortion in Kuala Lumpur

A video of a Chinese tourist alleging extortion by a police officer in Kuala Lumpur has gone viral on social media. In the video, the tourist claimed that she and her Malaysian friend were stopped by a police patrol car and that the police officer demanded to check her passport stamp, which she did not have with her. The tourist said the officer demanded RM200 ($48) before allowing them to leave, and that her Malaysian friend warned her that if she did not have cash, the officer would take them to an ATM to withdraw money. Kuala Lumpur police are investigating the allegation and have confirmed that the police officer and individual involved will be summoned for questioning.

Malaysia ready to negotiate with China on South China Sea: PM

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the country was willing to negotiate with Beijing over the South China Sea dispute to protect its energy exploration projects. China claims sovereignty over most of the area, but several countries, including Malaysia, have overlapping claims. The dispute has led to tensions, with China building artificial islands and being accused of harassing fishing boats in the region. In 2021, Malaysia protested after Chinese vessels entered its maritime economic zone, and it also scrambled fighter jets to intercept Chinese military aircraft in the area.

Malaysia’s Parliament passes bill to abolish mandatory death penalty

Malaysia’s Parliament has passed the Abolition of Mandatory Death Penalty Bill, which grants judges the discretion to impose the death penalty rather than requiring it for offenses that currently carry a mandatory death sentence. The bill also proposes replacing the mandatory death sentence with a new alternative of imprisonment for a period between 30 and 40 years, combined with no fewer than 12 strokes of the cane, as a replacement for life and natural life imprisonment. This change will apply to 34 offences currently punishable by death, including murder and drug trafficking.

Malaysia’s opposition MPs stage walkout in Parliament as motion to debate targeted EPF withdrawals rejected

Chaos erupted in Malaysia’s Parliament (Dewan Rakyat) on Monday morning (3 April) as almost all Members of Parliament from opposition coalition, Perikatan National (PN) walked out of the chamber. They were protesting against Deputy Speaker Alice Lau, who rejected their request to debate a motion regarding the targeted withdrawal of funds from the Employee Provident Fund (EPF).

Malaysian group claims around 8,000 contract doctors will go on strike in April to demand fair treatment

A group of Malaysian doctors has claimed that over 8,000 contract doctors going on strike from 3 to 5 April and advised the public to avoid visiting public hospitals and health clinics for routine treatments during that time as they might expect a long wait. The claim was made via an Instagram account named “Mogok Doktor Malaysia” (Malaysian Doctors on Strike), stating that around 8,000 contract doctors are going on job strike by taking Medical/ Emergency leave, as a protest against the unfair system and low wages.

Lack of sincerity in apology of 19-year-old who beat and burned dog, say Malaysian netizens

A Malaysian Chinese youth who abused and set fire to a stray dog apologized, promising to cover its medical expenses and reform, but netizens have questioned the sincerity of his apology. The youth’s act was captured on CCTV and sparked public outrage, prompting the veterinarian involved to file a police report. The case is currently being investigated under the Animal Welfare Act 2015, which carries a penalty of up to RM 100,000 or imprisonment for up to three years or both if convicted.

Former Malaysian PM Najib’s final attempt to challenge his graft conviction verdict dismissed by Malaysia’s apex court

MALAYSIA — Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak’s bid to review an…

19-year-old Malaysian condemned by community for his act of beating and burning stray dog

A video of a 19-year-old male beating a stray dog with a metal rod and setting it on fire has sparked outrage among Malaysian netizens, who are demanding justice for the animal. The incident occurred in Skudai, Johor Bahru, and was captured on CCTV footage, which was shared on Facebook. The dog sustained two fractured legs and first to second-degree burns and is receiving medical treatment. The veterinarian who cared for the dog has filed a police report and refused to retract it despite alleged requests from the offender’s family.