Fast, factual wire coverage from across Malaysia and the region.
Indonesian authorities have dismantled a sophisticated drug trafficking network operating across the Malaysia-Indonesia border, arresting six suspects in Batam while pursuing two Malaysian men accused of supplying illicit substances to the operation.
Malaysia's federal police headquarters has committed to working alongside Indonesian law enforcement to investigate a Malaysian aviation professional arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle controlled substances across the border.
CAAM is investigating the circumstances surrounding a Malaysian pilot's detention in Indonesia on drug smuggling charges, examining potential security lapses at Malaysian airports and airline compliance procedures.
Indonesian authorities arrested a Malaysian airline pilot at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport for allegedly attempting to smuggle 25 kilogrammes of ecstasy and crystal meth into the country. Officials suspect he is part of an international trafficking network.
Malaysia and Indonesia are moving to deepen cooperation in legislation, governance, and strategic matters, with PM Anwar Ibrahim and Indonesian Coordinating Minister Prof Dr Yusril Ihza Mahendra discussing strengthened ties during a bilateral meeting in Putrajaya.
Malaysia and Indonesia are moving to deepen strategic cooperation in the halal sector through establishment of bilateral and multilateral councils aimed at harmonising standards and boosting trade competitiveness.