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COMMENT | Greater Japan-M'sia cooperation necessary

COMMENT | Greater Japan-M'sia cooperation necessary

Japan is a natural partner to Malaysia in a turbulent geopolitical environment.
Nik Nazmi denies involvement in elephants' transfer, welcomes probe

Nik Nazmi denies involvement in elephants' transfer, welcomes probe

Deal signed off after I left office, former PKR MP says.
SNAPSHOT | Ex-Umno bigwig makes surprise appearance at BN event; PM to meet Japanese counterpart

SNAPSHOT | Ex-Umno bigwig makes surprise appearance at BN event; PM to meet Japanese counterpart

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm, and 6pm.

MACC urged to probe 'anomalies' in elephants' transfer to Japan

MACC urged to probe 'anomalies' in elephants' transfer to Japan

Lawyer raises questions about export arrangements and payment matters.
Activist raises concerns over welfare of Malaysian elephants at Osaka zoo

Activist raises concerns over welfare of Malaysian elephants at Osaka zoo

They reportedly face stress and inadequate enclosure conditions, activist says.
SNAPSHOT | MP urges govt to protest Jho Low seeking Trump pardon; proposal to check elephants

SNAPSHOT | MP urges govt to protest Jho Low seeking Trump pardon; proposal to check elephants

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 9am, 2pm, 6pm, and 9pm.
Amid criticism, Japanese zoo shares M'sian elephants' latest 'happy' photos

Amid criticism, Japanese zoo shares M'sian elephants' latest 'happy' photos

UPDATED 1.55PM | However, zoo doesn't address brickbats over its track record in elephant care.
Japan pivots Indo-Pacific strategy toward Southeast Asia

Japan pivots Indo-Pacific strategy toward Southeast Asia

Takaichi updates strategy, focuses on energy security, critical minerals and Asean resilience.
Minister backs public call for Japan zoo to return 3 Malaysian elephants

Minister backs public call for Japan zoo to return 3 Malaysian elephants

UPDATED 10.50PM | However, Arthur says govt cannot force their return as it's a private transfer deal.
SNAPSHOT | T'ganu's debt reduces significantly; M'sian detained in Japan to know fate today

SNAPSHOT | T'ganu's debt reduces significantly; M'sian detained in Japan to know fate today

What's going on in the news today, with updates at 11am, 2pm and 6pm.

Family secures lawyer for youth detained in Japan as third charge looms

Family secures lawyer for youth detained in Japan as third charge looms

Details of the latest charge cannot be disclosed.
Anwar praises Japanese PM's landslide election victory

Anwar praises Japanese PM's landslide election victory

'This resounding mandate reflects public confidence in Sanae's vision.'
Japan election: Takaichi on course for landslide victory

Japan election: Takaichi on course for landslide victory

LDP expected to win 300 seats in lower house.
Japan's younger voters back PM's polls gambit, snowy areas say no

Japan's younger voters back PM's polls gambit, snowy areas say no

First time since 1990 election being held in February.
Japan PM seeks public backing in snap polls; focus on tax cuts, security

Japan PM seeks public backing in snap polls; focus on tax cuts, security

Takaichi dissolves lower house for general election on Feb 8.
Shooter of ex-Japan PM gets life in prison

Shooter of ex-Japan PM gets life in prison

The high-profile trial also highlighted the Unification Church and its ties to the political elite.
COMMENT | Can M'sia-Japan partnership deliver regional stability?

COMMENT | Can M'sia-Japan partnership deliver regional stability?

With rising geopolitical tensions, Putrajaya understands the need to cement alliances.
Japan: Popular Prime Minister Takaichi calls early election

Japan: Popular Prime Minister Takaichi calls early election

She calls for election in snowy February.
Japan, South Korea vow stronger ties amid China challenge

Japan, South Korea vow stronger ties amid China challenge

Lee stresses importance of cooperation amid 'complex, unstable international order'.
What drives China-Japan feud over Taiwan, and what's next?

What drives China-Japan feud over Taiwan, and what's next?

Analysts say Taiwan would be better off keeping its distance.
Tan-Thinaah stay grounded after Japan Masters triumph

Tan-Thinaah stay grounded after Japan Masters triumph

They say will enjoy the moment but won't get carried away.
Japan govt: Takaichi's grave visit not to honour dead Japanese soldiers

Japan govt: Takaichi's grave visit not to honour dead Japanese soldiers

UPDATED 6.23PM | Japan PM was paying tribute to all Japanese who died in M'sia, ministry clarifies.
LDP, JIP form pact; Takaichi set to become Japan's first woman PM

LDP, JIP form pact; Takaichi set to become Japan's first woman PM

Parties to lead minority govt in historic change to nation's political landscape.
Japan: What now after PM Ishiba's resignation?

Japan: What now after PM Ishiba's resignation?

Analysts say two candidates in the Liberal Democratic Party may replace him.