Malaysia

Country Malaysia
Capital Kuala Lumpur
Continent Asia
Currency Ringgit(MYR)
Languages Malaysian & English

Kuala Lumpur

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During the late 18th and 19th centuries, Great Britain established colonies and protectorates in the area of current Malaysia; these were occupied by Japan from 1942 to 1945. In 1948, the British-ruled territories on the Malay Peninsula formed the Federation of Malaya, which became independent in 1957. Malaysia was formed in 1963 when the former British colonies of Singapore and the East Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak on the northern coast of Borneo joined the Federation. The first several years of the country's history were marred by a Communist insurgency, Indonesian confrontation with Malaysia, Philippine claims to Sabah, and Singapore's secession from the Federation in 1965. During the 22-year term of Prime Minister MAHATHIR bin Mohamad (1981-2003), Malaysia was successful in diversifying its economy from dependence on exports of raw materials to expansion in manufacturing, services, and tourism.

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Malaysia - CIA World Fact Book
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YTL launches 5G-A in Malaysian first - Mobile World LiveYTL launches 5G-A in Malaysian first  Mobile World Live

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Malaysia rejects Fifa accusations it forged players’ citizenship and says it will appeal sanctions - The GuardianMalaysia rejects Fifa accusations it forged players’ citizenship and says it will appeal sanctions  The Guardian

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Malaysia to appeal FIFA sanction over alleged fake documents for seven players - The Athletic - The New York TimesMalaysia to appeal FIFA sanction over alleged fake documents for seven players - The Athletic  The New York Times

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Highlights of Budget 2026 - The Edge MalaysiaHighlights of Budget 2026  The Edge Malaysia

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Cuti-Cuti Malaysia: RM1,000 tax relief for Malaysians’ local tourism entry fees in Budget 2026 - Malay MailCuti-Cuti Malaysia: RM1,000 tax relief for Malaysians’ local tourism entry fees in Budget 2026  Malay Mail

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Malaysia forecasts crude palm oil prices to average between 3,900 and 4,100 ringgit per ton in 2026 - MarketScreenerMalaysia forecasts crude palm oil prices to average between 3,900 and 4,100 ringgit per ton in 2026  MarketScreener

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Malaysia’s economy resilient, growth forecast at 4.0-4.8pc, says PM - Malay MailMalaysia’s economy resilient, growth forecast at 4.0-4.8pc, says PM  Malay Mail

Malaysia announces budget spending of $129b in 2026, vows more reforms - The Straits TimesMalaysia announces budget spending of $129b in 2026, vows more reforms  The Straits Times

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Malaysians to get RM100 SARA again in February - Free Malaysia TodayMalaysians to get RM100 SARA again in February  Free Malaysia Today

Malaysia’s judges set to receive up to 30pc salary hike from 2026, says Anwar - Malay MailMalaysia’s judges set to receive up to 30pc salary hike from 2026, says Anwar  Malay Mail

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Malaysia Guarantees ASEAN Support For Myanmar Elections, Says State Media - ASEAN - BERNAMAMalaysia Guarantees ASEAN Support For Myanmar Elections, Says State Media  ASEAN - BERNAMA

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Malaysia’s Next Retail Chapter: Creating Experiences that Engage and Reward - CapitaLandMalaysia’s Next Retail Chapter: Creating Experiences that Engage and Reward  CapitaLand

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MCYMC: Strengthening youth ministry across Malaysia - Herald Malaysia OnlineMCYMC: Strengthening youth ministry across Malaysia  Herald Malaysia Online

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2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Malaysia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Malaysia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Budget 2026: Malaysia To Introduce Carbon Tax In 2026 - BusinessToday MalaysiaBudget 2026: Malaysia To Introduce Carbon Tax In 2026  BusinessToday Malaysia

‘A form of cheating’: Malaysia FA used forged documents for 7 foreign-born footballers, says FIFA - CNA‘A form of cheating’: Malaysia FA used forged documents for 7 foreign-born footballers, says FIFA  CNA

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