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Malaysian monarchy

Royal Pardon is not a political gift: Pahang Sultan

The ruler stresses that the power of pardon is a constitutional safeguard, not a personal or political favour

No constitutional breach: Royals’ shareholding does not imply active involvement

Monarchs usually have trusts to manage its business interests, say lawyers amid U-Mobile 5G award

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Malaysia eyes next-generation combat aircraft in 2030s, FA-50s arrive by year-end: Khaled

Defence Minister says phased delivery of 18 FA-50 jets will strengthen air force capabilities

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.

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal