Malaysia
Malaysia-Thailand news, covering diplomatic relations, trade policies, and border security.
- World News
Full lockdown in Malaysia from tomorrow
From tomorrow, Malaysia goes into full lockdown in an attempt…
- World News
Malaysia heads into another 2 week full lockdown
Malaysia is going back into a full lockdown for 2…
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Malaysian PM under fire as Covid-19 infections climb
The Malaysian PM is being slammed by the public and…
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Over 200 injured in Malaysian train collision, investigation underway
At 8.45 last night, 2 trains collided in KL, Malaysia…
- Crime News
Police step up border patrols and checkpoints, arresting 49 illegal migrants today
Police are stepping up border checkpoints and patrolling as 49…
- Covid-19 News
Travel bubble talks to pick back up once Covid-19 is under control
Once the Covid-19 outbreak is under control, Thailand will pick…
- World News
National lockdown in Malaysia as Covid-19 infections surge
Malaysia has gone into full national lockdown amid a surge…
- Covid-19 News
Illegal border crossings bringing in new Covid-19 infections
Authorities are worried about illegal border crossings into Thailand bringing…
- World News
First case of Indian Covid-19 variant found in Malaysia
Malaysia’s Health Minister has confirmed that a case of the…
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Thailand joins other Southeast Asian countries with hospital bed shortages amidst Covid crisis
As Southeast Asian nations are struggling to control new waves…
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Malaysia joins calls to hold emergency ASEAN summit over Myanmar political situation
Malaysia is joining calls to hold an emergency ASEAN summit…
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North Korea severs ties with Malaysia over “unpardonable” US extradition
The reclusive country of North Korea has confirmed a severing…
- Thailand News
Thailand News Today | Burmese coup & tourist visa ’emergency extensions’ | February 1
Myanmar’s military has taken control of the country in a…
- South Thailand News
5 police officers injured in suspected insurgent bomb explosion
5 police officers were injured in a bomb explosion in…
- World News
Malaysia PM imposes nationwide travel ban, lockdown measures due to Covid-19 spike
As the number of Covid-19 cases continues to climb in…
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Christmas across Asia: How Thailand’s neighbours celebrate
Those of us living in Thailand (and those who holiday…
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Malaysia coast guard busts record methamphetamine shipment, possibly smuggled from Golden Triangle
Malaysia’s coast guard made its largest bust, seizing more than…
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Air Asia to focus on ASEAN expansion, as CEO expresses cautious optimism for 2021
Air Asia’s chief executive, Tony Fernandes, says the low-cost carrier…
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Technical issues force Singapore aircraft to land on Malaysian highway – VIDEO
A single-engine prop plane from Singapore has been forced to…
- Crime News
Police seize 45 million baht worth of heroin and methamphetamine from Hat Yai home
Police arrested a man on drug charges and seized 45…
- World News
15 Asia-Pacific countries form the world’s largest trade bloc, the great RCEP reset
After 8 gruelling years of negotiation, 15 countries have signed…
- Covid-19 News
Leading doctor says Thailand’s Covid success faces threat from rising cases in neighbouring countries
A leading academic at Mahidol University says rising cases of…
- Business News
Air Asia seeks to mitigate economic losses with launch of “super app”
Air Asia is introducing a super app, in an attempt…
- World News
48 Thais deported from Malaysia after serving prison sentences
Malaysian authorities have sent home 48 Thais after finishing their…
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Thai-Myanmar border blocked with barbed wire, security increased due to Covid-19
Prachuap Khiri Khan border patrol say they’ve closed the Thai-Myanmar…
- South Thailand News
Ships want a shortcut: Studies to start on Thai canal and land bridge
Thailand could actually sliced in half by a canal right…
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50 tonnes of dodgy durian seized and destroyed in China
In a move that will attract thanks from 1000s of…
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Malaysia bans citizens from high risk countries
While all international tourists are banned from entering Malaysia for…
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Malaysia closed to tourists for the rest of the year
Planning a trip to Malaysia? You’ll probably have to wait…
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Thailand planning land and rail passageway, bypassing congested Strait of Malacca
Thailand hopes to shorten shipping time by bypassing the busy…
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16 Burmese arrested for illegally crossing the border
Even though borders have tight restrictions due to the coronavirus…
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Girlfriend of Malaysian man with Covid-19 tests negative
Thai health officials are tracking down those who were in…
