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Malaysia’s PM congratulates Michelle Yeoh historical achievement; Netizens urge Govt to elevate local creative industry

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulates Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh for her historic Best Actress win at the 95th Academy Awards. Yeoh made showbiz history for her performance in the sci-fi film “Everything Everywhere All at Once”. The PM called it a significant achievement and a source of great inspiration and motivation to homegrown actors and actresses, adding that it would provide impetus to the growth of Malaysia’s local industry.

Malaysian actor Kamal Adli assaulted by a baton-wielding individual in Singapore, 33-year-old suspect arrested by police

Malaysian actor Kamal Adli was assaulted by a man with a baton in Singapore, leaving him with multiple head injuries. The incident happened after he attended an event in the city-state with his wife, Uqasha Senrose. The suspect, a 33-year-old man, has been arrested and charged for voluntarily causing hurt with a dangerous weapon and possession of an offensive weapon. Kamal had to be rushed to the hospital and was sedated before undergoing surgery, while the incident involving the couple sparked outrage on social media.

Mum and Malaysia celebrate Yeoh’s Oscar win

Michelle Yeoh’s mother exclaimed “Malaysia boleh!” after her daughter’s historic Oscars win, making her the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for best actress. Family and friends in Kuala Lumpur celebrated with tears of joy, while Yeoh’s niece expressed her pride in Yeoh, calling her the “pride not just for Malaysia, but she is the pride of Asia as well.”

Muhyiddin Yassin charged with yet another money-laundering offence

Former Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Yassin faces his seventh money-laundering charge, with accusations relating to an alleged RM5m (US$1.11m) transfer to his political party’s account.

Anwar’s Budget 2023 praised by financial institutions for being in touch with the real hardship faced by the people

Malaysia’s Parliament passed Budget 2023, the largest in the country’s history at RM388.1 billion (US$87.5bn), with initiatives and policies aimed at reducing the cost of living. The budget was praised for its relevance to post-pandemic challenges, with financial institutions looking forward to its implementation. However, measures such as the potential capital gains tax on unlisted shares were cautioned by Ernst & Young. Fitch Solutions predicted Malaysia is likely to achieve fiscal consolidation in the post-pandemic era, with the budget shortfall in 2023 expected to decrease.

Malaysia Parliament passed Budget 2023 at policy stage, Anwar refutes opposition ‘cruel budget’ allegation

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s Budget 2023 was approved via a voice vote in Parliament. The largest on record, it allocates RM388.1 billion, with RM289.1 billion for operating expenses and RM99 billion for development spending.

Malaysia’s 8th Prime Minister slapped with six counts of abuse of power, money laundering charges in connection to Covid fund misuse

Malaysia’s former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin was charged on Friday (10 Mar) with accepting bribes and money laundering linked to the alleged misuse of a Covid economic recovery fund. He pleaded not guilty during the court hearing, where he was granted bail of RM2 million and ordered to surrender his passport.

Malaysia ex-premier Muhyiddin arrested by anti-graft body

Malaysia’s former Prime Minister, Muhyiddin Yassin, has been arrested by anti-graft authorities over alleged misuse of public funds meant to fight COVID-19. He is expected to face multiple charges relating to corruption and money laundering in court on Friday. Muhyiddin, who served as prime minister for 17 months between 2020 and 2021, now leads an opposition coalition against the current government. His supporters claim that the charges are politically motivated and an attempt to discredit his party ahead of state elections in July.

Malaysia’s former Prime Minister expected to be charged on 10 March, says MACC

MALAYSIA —  Chief Commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Tan Sri…

Muhyiddin summoned to anti-corruption agency for second time over stimulus fund abuse allegations

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin was summoned by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) for the second time on Thursday, over allegations of abuse in stimulus programs during his administration.