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ASEAN kicks off summits with China, Gulf states amid US tariff threat

Southeast Asian regional bloc holds its first-ever three-way summit with China and six Gulf countries.

Al Jazeera

SE Asian Leaders Meet China's Li And Gulf States To Bolster Ties

Southeast Asian leaders are looking to insulate their trade-dependent economies from geopolitical uncertainty, in particular US tariffs, as they hold talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Gulf state dignitaries in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.

International Business Times

Indonesia, China Agree To Bolster Ties Ahead Of ASEAN Summit

Chinese Premier Li Qiang warned on Sunday that the rise of "unilateralism and protectionism" could threaten the global economic and trade order, as he reaffirmed Beijing's ties with Jakarta on Sunday during his visit to Indonesia ahead of a regional summit in Kuala Lumpur.

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Malaysia’s ‘fish hunters’ target invasive species, one catch at a time

Invasive species are an issue the world over, and waterways in mega-biodiverse Malaysia are threatened by imported fish.

Al Jazeera

Vibrant markets, beautiful temples and a rich cultural heritage: why Kuala Lumpur should be your next holiday destination

Malaysia’s capital isn’t short of things to see and do – an exciting mixture of Malay, Chinese and Indian traditions, there’s no doubt your itinerary will be jam-packed when you visit this captivating city

The Guardian - UK

Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur to resume direct train service by end of 2025

The revived service will enable travellers to move between the two countries without multiple transfers

The Independent UK

31 Before-And-After Pics Showing How Famous Cities Changed Over Time

The world has evolved so rapidly over the last 100 years that it's difficult to imagine just how much things have changed during that time. Many of the world's most famous cities - like Kuala Lumpur for example, or Hong Kong - bare little resemblance to their earlier selves, and…

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India-Pakistan conflict disrupts UK air passengers with delays and diversions

Exclusive: Malaysia Airlines flight from Kuala Lumpur to London Heathrow diverted to Doha to refuel

The Independent UK

China’s Xi hails ‘new golden era’ with Malaysia during trade tour

Xi’s visit to Malaysia is part of a regional diplomatic charm tour amid stinging US tariffs.

Al Jazeera

Xi arrives in Malaysia with a message: China’s a better partner than Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Malaysia is second stop in Southeast Asia amid Trump tariffs and US trade war.

Al Jazeera

Former Malaysian leader Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, who extended political freedoms, dies at 85

A hospital in Kuala Lumpur says former Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi has died aged 85

The Independent UK

A small sacrifice – Ruben Amorim defends Man United’s post-season Asia trip

The Red Devils will travel to Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong straight after their final match of the season to play two friendlies.

The Independent UK

Manchester United confirm post-season tour with friendly planned three days after final Premier League fixture

United will play friendlies in Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong immediately after end of Premier League season

The Independent UK

Search For Long-missing Flight MH370 Suspended: Malaysia Minister

The latest search for Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 has been suspended, Kuala Lumpur's transport minister said, more than a decade after the plane went missing.

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At least 100 injured as gas pipeline leak sparks massive inferno in Malaysia

A burst gas pipeline has sparked a huge inferno in a suburb outside Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Evening Standard

More than 100 injured after burst gas pipeline sparks massive fire in Malaysia

Towering inferno outside Kuala Lumpur was visible for miles, with nearby homes evacuated and rescue mission underway to save residents

The Independent UK

A colossal fire erupts in Malaysia, apparently from a burst gas pipe

A colossal fire erupted Tuesday in a Malaysian suburb outside Kuala Lumpur, prompting evacuations of nearby homes

Al Jazeera

As the US and China lock horns, Malaysia hopes to harness an AI revolution

The Southeast Asian country is betting big on tech as it sits out the rivalry between Washington and Beijing.

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The Independent UK

China-bound AirAsia flight returns to Kuala Lumpur after engine fire

Passengers deboard safely after flight makes emergency landing

The Independent UK

MH370: 10 years on, what we know – and what we don’t – about the vanishing Malaysia Airlines jet

239 passengers and crew aboard the Boeing 777 disappeared on 8 March 2014

The Independent UK

MH370 search resumes: What we know – and what we don’t – about the vanished Malaysia Airlines jet

The Boeing 777 disappeared on 8 March 2014 with 239 passengers and crew on board

The Independent UK

Couple kicked off plane in Kuala Lumpur for causing commotion

Both tested negative for drugs

Autosport

MotoGP Sepang test: Schedule, riders and how to follow

MotoGP will host its first full-fledged pre-season test of 2025 at the Sepang International Circuit outside Kuala Lumpur on 5-7 February.

Autosport

Yamaha and Pramac unveil 2025 MotoGP bikes in Kuala Lumpur

Yamaha and Pramac have revealed their 2025 MotoGP bikes to the public for the first time at a joint event in Malaysia on Friday.

Autosport

MotoGP 2025 launch dates: When teams are revealing their new bike liveries

All 11 MotoGP teams will reveal their 2025 bikes and liveries in January and February ahead of the opening round of the season in Buriram, Thailand on 2 March.

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