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Oct 9, 2026

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Thai court dismisses detention challenge by Chinese reporter

Oct 9, 2026

A Thai court on Friday dismissed a challenge by a Chinese journalist over his prolonged detention in Bangkok, a day after authorities began proceedings to extradite him to China, his lawyer said.

Oct 9, 2026

Bắc Ninh conference explores Lý Công Uẩn’s historical legacy and contemporary values

The event brought together scientists, experts and managers from state agencies, universities, research institutes and professional organisations at home and abroad, as well as representatives of the descendants of the Lý Hoa Sơn clan in the Republic of Korea.

Oct 9, 2026

Eight takeaways from Budget 2027

BUDGET 2027 | PM's 'wa'ad nasional' ensures no one is left behind.

Oct 9, 2026

'Segulai sejalai, wa'ad and others': PM utilises rare words, ancient wisdom during budget speech

BUDGET 2027 | Rare words, wisdom from various languages used to emphasise duties of a responsible govt.

Oct 9, 2026

Health groups welcome end to contract doctor system, but warn of lingering manpower issues

BUDGET 2027 | MMA says Malaysia is still facing a shortage of nearly 11,000 specialists.

Oct 9, 2026

Budget 2027: What's in it for you?

Answer a few simple questions and find out what you get from Budget 2027!

Oct 9, 2026

17 key takeaways from Malaysia’s 2027 budget - ‘live with dignity’

Malaysia plans to spend 460 billion ringgit (US$112.6 billion) under its 2027 budget, expanding welfare assistance and tax relief while retaining fuel subsidies as households contend with higher living costs. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who is also finance minister, presented the spending plan in parliament on Friday as his government faces pressure for an early election following a series of state poll defeats. Anwar said the budget should be judged on “whether more people can live with...

Bangkok train fare subsidies to cost up to B5.8 billion

Oct 9, 2026

The Ministry of Transport will seek cabinet approval next month for a budget of between 5 billion and 5.8 billion baht to subsidise electric train fares ranging from 17 to 45 baht per trip.

Oct 9, 2026

Anwar: Firms can claim salary tax deductions only for traceable wage payments

BUDGET 2027 | The move is to curb the employment of undocumented migrants.