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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has issued an arrest warrant for a Singaporean and a Malaysian national as part of a widening corruption investigation. Poh Po Lian and Jennifer Kok Sau Keng are wanted for questioning.
Singapore's immigration authority expects severe congestion at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints during the National Day long weekend from August 7-10, with authorities recommending off-peak travel and advance planning.
Malaysia's Court of Appeal has upheld a RM28 million judgment against Singaporean businessman Chan Cheh Shin, finding he actively promoted investment fraud through seminars and roadshows across the region.
Singapore and Malaysia have committed to deepening cooperation in food security, energy, and other strategic areas. The pledge came during President Tharman Shanmugaratnam's inaugural state visit, with both nations emphasising the importance of international law and maritime freedom.
Singapore's President Thalif Shahid met with Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two neighbouring nations as part of the president's official state visit.
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam arrives in Malaysia for a three-day state visit, emphasising that the two nations' relationship transcends transactional partnerships, resting instead on shared heritage, accumulated trust, and collective commitment to regional stability and integration.
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Malaysia's border agency is ramping up operations at key crossings with Singapore to manage the expected surge of voters returning for Saturday's Johor state election, opening extra lanes and deploying contingency measures.
Malaysia's Immigration Department has ramped up preparations to manage the expected surge of voters crossing from Singapore during the Johor State Election on July 11, with contingency plans in place should system failures occur.