Malaysia

Malaysia’s “Mosque Open Day” Initiative Promotes Community Engagement, Understanding of Islam ————————————– Malaysia is hosting the 2026 “Mosque Open Day” initiative during September as part of Islamic Tourism Month, opening several mosques to visitors from different religions, cultures and nationalities.…

Anti-Muslim Sentiment and Security Concerns Grow Among Rohingya Refugees in Malaysia —————————————————– Rohingya Muslim refugees in Malaysia are facing increasing harassment, online hate campaigns, and threats that have disrupted access to education for refugee children. Human rights activists warn that…

MIHAS 2026: Malaysia Targets Halal Trade Growth to Expand Exports ———————————– Malaysia is preparing to strengthen its position in the global halal economy through the 22nd Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS), scheduled to take place from September 23 to 26,…

Malaysian Authorities Raid Religious Center and Detain 226 People Over Suspected Shia Rituals ————————————————– Malaysian authorities in Selangor detained 226 people during a raid on a religious center in the Lagoon Perdana area of Petaling Jaya over suspected participation in…

Malaysia Leads Global Islamic Economy Rankings in 2026 ———————————– Malaysia has ranked first in the latest State of the Global Islamic Economy Report 2025–2026, strengthening its position as a global leader in the Islamic economy. According to the report by…

Malaysia Bans Social Media Use for Children Under 16 to Protect Online Safety ————————– Malaysia has officially introduced a regulation prohibiting individuals under the age of 16 from creating or using social media accounts on major digital platforms. The measure,…

Malaysia Maintains Leading Position in Global Halal Market ———————————— Malaysia remains a global leader in the halal industry, supported by strong government backing and a widely respected certification system. According to a report by The Star, BMI, a unit of…

Legal Proceedings Opened in Malaysia for Quran Desecration Case ——————————- A court in Kuantan has initiated legal proceedings against a former student accused of desecrating the Quran and insulting Islamic beliefs on social media. The case, which has garnered significant…

Fire destroys nearly 200 homes in Malaysia’s Sabah, hundreds displaced ———————————- A large fire that broke out in a coastal village in eastern Malaysia’s Sabah state has destroyed around 200 homes and displaced hundreds of residents, authorities said, as emergency…

Malaysia to increase enforcement against illegal e-waste ————————————– Malaysia will step up enforcement efforts against the import of illegal electronic waste (e-waste) into the country, including setting up a special port branch, Xinhua reported. The special unit will be managed…