Malaysians rank among the world’s most optimistic about AI as trust, jobs, and investment surge

Malaysians rank among the world’s most optimistic about AI as trust, jobs, and investment surge

Malaysia is quickly positioning itself as one of the most AI-ready and forward-looking nations in the world, according to findings highlighted in the newly released AI Index 2026 Annual Report by Stanford University and shared by global property technology group Juwai IQI Holdings. The report paints a clear picture: Malaysians are not only adopting artificial […]

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China prioritizes energy security and tech independence as global tensions reshape economic outlook

China prioritizes energy security and tech independence as global tensions reshape economic outlook

China’s top political leadership has reaffirmed a strong focus on strengthening energy security and accelerating technological self-reliance as global uncertainty intensifies, particularly with rising economic pressure linked to the US-Israel-Iran conflict. In its latest policy direction, China’s Politburo highlighted the need to safeguard the country’s energy and resource stability while pushing forward with “high-quality development” […]

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Iran says the US can no longer set terms for the world as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue

Iran says the US can no longer set terms for the world as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz continue

Iran said on Tuesday that the United States no longer has the power to “dictate” its wishes to other countries, as Washington considers a new proposal from Tehran aimed at easing the crisis around the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway has been effectively closed off by Iran since the early stages of the war […]

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Pilgrims warned: no visa, no haj as Putrajaya tightens compliance with Saudi regulations

Pilgrims warned: no visa, no haj as Putrajaya tightens compliance with Saudi regulations

Malaysia has stepped up efforts to ensure a safer and more organised haj pilgrimage, introducing a strict “No Visa, No Haj” policy in line with regulations set by Saudi Arabia. The campaign, known as Tiada Visa, Tiada Haji, is designed to protect pilgrims, prevent fraud, and ensure that all haj activities are conducted through proper […]

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Putin meets Araghchi in Moscow as US–Iran peace efforts hang in uncertainty

Putin meets Araghchi in Moscow as US–Iran peace efforts hang in uncertainty

Tensions and diplomacy are moving side by side as Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Saint Petersburg on Monday for high-level talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The visit comes at a critical moment, with fragile peace efforts between Iran and the United States facing new setbacks. Araghchi’s trip to Russia follows a wave […]

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