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Malaysia-Russia

King’s Russia visit to boost Malaysia’s strategic ties, investments

Sultan Ibrahim’s historic state visit set to strengthen cooperation in trade, defence, energy and technology

Ukraine envoy calls on Malaysia to strengthen MH17 stance after ICAO report blames Russia

Denys Mykhailiuk urges Putrajaya to ‘name the guilty’ after ICAO report holds Russia responsible for downing MH17

Bridging east and west: Anwar’s pragmatic push in Putin’s Russia – Wong Chun Wai 

In Malaysia’s first official visit to Russia in 20 years, the prime minister charts a pragmatic course – balancing diplomacy, trade, and neutrality in a shifting global order

Malaysia-Russia’s growing ties not a zero-sum game: Anwar

PM says it should not be viewed as coming at the expense of relationships with other countries like US as we are an open trading nation

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Malaysia Airlines tops domestic flight punctuality rankings of 85.3%

National carrier led on-time performance up to May 2025, as government enforces stricter rules on delays and passenger compensation

Qatar to host final stages of 2025 FIFA Confederations Cup for second year running

Tournament kicks off in Jeddah this September, with final three matches—including the decider featuring PSG—set for December in Qatar

Bangsar bars warn of 20% price hike as new alcohol tax looms

Bar owners say the upcoming 10% excise duty under Budget 2026 could squeeze margins, drive drinkers to cheaper alternatives, and push small operators to the brink

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