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Malaysia-US relations

US defence ties with Malaysia remain strong despite lawmakers’ pressure over Israel policy

Defence minister says Washington remains committed to bilateral cooperation as Kuala Lumpur stands firm on long-standing position regarding Israeli entry restrictions

Trump nominates Arabic-speaking career diplomat Joshua Harris as next US ambassador to Malaysia

The envoy, who has more than two decades of experience in foreign affairs and security, awaits Senate confirmation after replacing controversial nominee Nick Adams

‘Jho Low should not be pardoned’: Johari Ghani

1MDB Taskforce Chief urges US authorities to locate fugitive financier amid ongoing 1MDB investigations

Trade deal with the US not unconstitutional, safeguards Malaysia’s interests: Anwar

PM says agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) ensures constitutional alignment and national security protections

Defend our national dignity, reject Nick Adams’ nomination as US envoy: Wan Fayhsal

Machang MP warns Trump’s ambassador pick is a slight against Malaysia’s sovereignty and diplomatic standing

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Cleared for layoffs? AirAsia to retrench 20% of workforce in major cost-cutting move

This allegedly involves cabin services, cargo and logistics, engineering and maintenance, as well as the commercial division, according to Scoop’s source

InDrive faces termination for flouting guidelines

It is the second Russian e-hailing app after Maxim to face ban by Land Public Transport Agency

Schools may close if air quality worsens, five areas hit unhealthy levels: DOE

The department said the areas recorded unhealthy API readings, warns of RM1mil fine for open burning offenders