Wisma Putra: Govt monitors safety of 42 Malaysians in Syria, ensures consular support Posted on December 9, 2024 By serv PUTRAJAYA, Dec 8 — Malaysia is closely monitoring the evolving situation in Syria and its potential implications for regional stability. In a statement, the Foreign Ministry stated that, through the Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria, it is actively communicating with Malaysians in Syria. “As of now, all 37 registered Malaysian students and five other Malaysians in the country are reported to be safe,” it said on Sunday. The Foreign Ministry added that it will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of Malaysians. Malaysians in the region are encouraged to register their presence via E-Konsular at https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my to receive timely updates and assistance if required. The ministry said that any Malaysians requiring consular assistance are urged to contact the Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria or the Embassy of Malaysia in Amman. The Honorary Consul of Malaysia in Syria can be reached by phone at +963933245555 or via email at samir@honconsuladvisor.my. The Embassy of Malaysia in Amman can be contacted by phone at +962 6 5902400 / +96265934343 or via email at mwamman@kln.gov.my. — Bernama News
FT minister: KLCC photo touts won’t be there if there are no buyers Posted on December 17, 2024 KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 — Authorities are already acting against the photo touts operating in the vicinity of KLCC but their efforts will not be effective unless the public also play their part, said Dr Zaliha Mustafa. The minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) said she observed during… Read More
Manhunt for four suspects in abduction, robbery of Chinese tourists in Bentong Posted on January 4, 2025 KUANTAN, Jan 3 — The police are tracking four men, believed to be locals, for the abduction and robbery of two tourists from China in Pekan Gohtong Jaya, Bentong, last Monday. Bentong District police chief Supt Zaiham Mohd Kahar said the incident took place around 6.30pm, when a 27-year-old female… Read More
Sighting of new moon next Friday, announcement on start of Ramadan after Posted on February 21, 2025 KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 20 — The sighting of the new moon for the commencement of Ramadan for Muslims in Malaysia will take place on Friday, Feb 28. The Office of the Keeper of the Rulers’ Seal, in a statement, announced that the Conference of Rulers had agreed that the date… Read More