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Malaysia will host the inaugural M360 ASEAN 2026 conference in September, bringing together regional tech leaders to discuss digital growth, AI integration, and connectivity expansion across Southeast Asia.
AirBorneo has commenced jet operations with its maiden flight between Kuching and Kuala Lumpur, operated by a Boeing 737-800 aircraft. The move follows the airline's takeover of MASwings operations and represents a significant milestone for Sarawak's aviation sector.
Pakistan and Iran are pursuing revival of the Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul freight train service to enhance trade flows and regional connectivity. The corridor was suspended in 2022 after a brief resumption.
A RM81.92 million road project linking Lukut to Kampung Sirusa in Port Dickson has reached 60.57% completion, progressing 43 days faster than originally planned. The infrastructure development is expected to enhance regional connectivity and economic opportunities.
A new road connecting Bukit Kayu Hitam's immigration complex in Kedah with Sadao's customs facility in Thailand opened today, aiming to streamline cross-border movement and boost regional trade.
Prime Ministers Anwar Ibrahim and Anutin Charnvirakul have jointly opened a new road connecting Malaysia's Bukit Kayu Hitam ICQS complex with Thailand's Sadao CIQ facility, symbolising strengthened bilateral ties and regional connectivity.
Perlis is banking on the reopened Kuala Perlis-Satun ferry service to drive tourism growth, with projections of 5.5-6 million visitors this year. The move aims to ease border congestion and deepen regional economic ties.