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intra-asean trade

Malaysia to drive Asean trade growth through expanded QR payment systems: Anwar

With QR payments at the core, PM says Malaysia aims to enhance regional trade, foster cross-border transactions, and boost economic integration across Asean

Overreliance on US risky, focus on intra-Asean trade: Nazir Razak

Asean Business Advisory Council chair says Malaysia may have overlooked regional opportunities by relying too heavily on US market

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Worrying number of youth spending 18 hours on social media daily: MCMC 

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has drawn attention to the substantial number of young individuals who spend extended periods online, expressing concerns about harmful aspects of specific social media platforms. 

Penang’s shores in peril: a deadly mix of climate change and coastal development”

Rising sea levels, erratic weather, and unchecked development are driving coastal erosion to alarming new heights in Penang, threatening both nature and livelihoods.

What does AGC say about withdrawing police reports? – Hafiz Hassan 

According to its e-Participation Policy portal, complainant may submit an application so no action taken on lodged report but decision lies with public prosecutor