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Malaysia Ranks 13th In 2025 Global Peace Index - Saifuddin Nasution
Bernama
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July 4, 2025
TAWAU, July 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has been ranked 13th in the Global Peace Index (GPI) this year, Home Minister, Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail, said. He said that, although Malaysia’s position changed from 10th place last year to 13th...
Pattaya can’t revive alone — tourism operators call for targeted national policy, not a free-for-all
Pattaya Mail
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July 11, 2025
Thailand slips behind Vietnam and Malaysia in Chinese tourist race, industry urges urgent reform. (Photo by Jetsada Homklin) PATTAYA, Thailand – Despite its reputation as a tourism powerhouse, Pattaya is increasingly struggling to stay afloat in...
Malaysia dips in Global Peace Index but still ranks among the safest, says Saifuddin Nasution
The Malaysian Star
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July 4, 2025
KOTA KINABALU: Malaysia has slipped slightly to 13th place in the 2024 Global Peace Index, down from 10th last year, but the government says the country remains firmly on track in its commitment to national and regional security. Home Minister...
Travel Food Services IPO is ready for boarding. Is this your destination for returns?
Mint
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July 4, 2025
Founded in 2007 as Bombay Pure Foods Pvt. Ltd, the company now commands a 26% share in India’s travel QSR market and has a 45% share in premium airport lounges across 14 major Indian airports, including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. It also has a...
How Russia shot down Malaysia Airlines' Flight MH17, killing 298 people
Firstpost
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July 10, 2025
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) issued a landmark ruling on Wednesday (July 10, 2025) that held the Russian state responsible for the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. The court also found Russia had committed widespread and...
Agoda Ranks Asia's Most Affordable Summer Destinations for Hoteliers to Manage Yields from Deals
Korea Herald
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July 24, 2025
Surabaya tops the list for value-driven travelers based on the lowest average room rates across Asia's top destinations SINGAPORE, July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With value-driven travel gaining momentum across Asia, digital travel platform Agoda...
SIA and Malaysia Airlines JV conditionally approved by Singapore regulator
Travel Weekly
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July 10, 2025
A proposed commercial joint venture between Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, has been conditionally approved by the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS). The CCCS announced the decision this week following a review that...
Death Toll Rises as Border Clash Escalates
CamboJA News
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July 24, 2025
Clashes along the Thai-Cambodian border through Thursday have left at least 11 people reported dead, including Thai civilians and one soldier, as leaders from both countries condemned each other’s aggression and called on the international...
10 Luxury Destinations That Are Surprisingly Affordable Right Now
Travelbinger
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July 21, 2025
People want to live in luxury, vacation with some of the best hotels in the world, and enjoy fantastic food all for the lower costs. As prices have risen all across the world, it may be hard to find the next luxurious place, but… Forget everything...
Roberts to represent SA in the World Cup in Malaysia
IOL
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The buzz in Port Natal bowls circles this week is the thrilling news that Hillcrest Bowling Club’s Wayne Roberts has been selected to represent South Africa in the inaugural World Bowls World Cup, to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from...
Travel Food Services Rs 2,000 crore IPO opens on July 7: GMP spikes 8%, 7 key things you need to know
Financial Express
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The aroma of airport coffee and quick-bite counters is heading to Dalal Street. Travel Food Services (TFS), a company behind many of the food and lounge experiences at India’s busiest airports is all set to launch its Rs 2,000 crore IPO. Let’s...
ASEAN, South Korea plan tourism recovery at Danang roundtable
TTG Asia
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July 9, 2025
Tourism officials from ASEAN member states and the Republic of Korea met in Danang, Vietnam, last week to explore ways to revive travel between the two regions following the Covid-19 pandemic. The ASEAN-Korea Roundtable in Tourism (AK-RT 2025) was...
Shopping mall industry warns of strain from SST expansion, calls for relief in Budget 2026
Malay Mail
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July 23, 2025
KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 — The shopping mall industry is urging the government to reconsider the expanded Sales and Services Tax (SST), citing its impact on rentals, leasing and renovation services as operators face rising operational costs and...
Official: Russia responsible for Malaysia Airlines catastrophe – will anyone be held accountable?
Daily News Hungary
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July 10, 2025
On 9 July, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) issued a landmark ruling, holding Russia responsible for the 2014 downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, which killed all 298 people on board. This marks the first time an international court...
Selangor hits record-high RM432.1bil GDP in 2024, leading Malaysia’s economic growth
The Malaysian Star
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July 10, 2025
SHAH ALAM: Selangor continues to cement its position as Malaysia’s economic powerhouse, achieving an astounding Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of RM432.1 billion in 2024, the highest among all states. Invest Selangor said in a statement that the...
singapore 'A seminal leader who shaped Malaysia': Lee Hsien Loong wishes Mahathir happy birthday on his centennial
Asiaone
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July 10, 2025
Malaysia's longest serving prime minister, who served a total of 24 years across two separate terms, turned 100 on Thursday (Jul 10). The centenarian continues to defy age with his relentless work ethic and continued engagement in global affairs -...
QNET Unveils Wellness Breakthroughs and Global Empowerment at V-Malaysia 2025
Macau Business
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July 10, 2025
Over 8,000 global entrepreneurs gather in Penang for five days of wellness innovation and mentorship. HONG KONG, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QNET kicked off V-Malaysia 2025, its flagship global convention, uniting more than 8,000 entrepreneurs...
Rubio in Malaysia for ASEAN Meetings Amid Tariff Tensions
The Epoch Times
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July 9, 2025
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio deplanes upon arrival at Subang Air Base, outside of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 10, 2025. Mandel Ngan/Pool/AFP via Getty Images A delegation that includes U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in...
Diplomatic immunity! Trump appoints loudmouth Aussie ex-local councillor as US envoy to Malaysia
WAtoday
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July 10, 2025
Then there’s Adams’ boycott of confectionary manufacturer Mars after it released “feminist M&Ms”. Trump certainly took the Alpha Male seriously, appointing Adams to the board of the Woodrow Wilson Centre during his first term, and making him an...
Malaysian scientists discover bed bugs can help in forensic investigations
The Straits Times
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July 4, 2025
GEORGE TOWN – They can be found everywhere – airport lounge sofas, bus seats, and even hotel and hostel beds. But who would have known that bed bugs can play a role in forensic investigations? Scientists discovered that the blood the bugs consumed...