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Norwegian authorities drop spying allegations against Malaysian student

The 25-year-old Malaysian student who was initially detained by the authorities in Norway for alleged spying activities is now being held on suspicion of a “serious financial crime”.

Govt confirms arrest of M’sian student in Norway on suspicion of espionage

The Foreign Affairs Ministry, via the Malaysian Embassy in Stockholm, has confirmed that a man believed to be a Malaysian citizen has been arrested in Oslo, Norway, on suspicion of involvement in espionage.

[UPDATED] Malaysian arrested in Norway for alleged espionage

Norway's lower court ordered the suspect to be held in custody for at least one month while investigations are ongoing.

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