Latest news in Malaysia? September 13th, 2026

The key developments and news headlines in Malaysia for September 13, 2026:

• Strengthened Defense and Trade Ties with India: Following high-level discussions on the sidelines of the BRICS summit, Malaysia and India moved to deepen strategic cooperation. Reports highlight discussions around joint personnel training, defense procurementincluding interest in acquiring BrahMos missile systemsand semiconductor industry collaboration. Malaysia also agreed to the establishment of an Indian consulate general in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. The Times of India+ 2
• Foreign Policy and BRICS Engagement: Malaysian government officials underscored Malaysia’s active partnership within the BRICS framework, emphasizing that expanding non-Western economic and trade ties aligns with Malaysia’s non-aligned, middle-path foreign policy.
• Commodities and Trade Performance: National economic reports revealed strong export performance in the primary commodities sector, with timber exports alone recording RM9.4 billion in the first half of the year.
• Preparations for Malaysia Day: Nation-wide preparations are concluding for the upcoming September 16 Malaysia Day celebrations, with major national ceremonies scheduled to take place at the Borneo Convention Centre in Kuching, Sarawak.