Latest news in Malaysia? September 27th, 2026

Key news developments reported in Malaysia for September 27th, 2026:

• Border Agency E-Waste Crackdown: The Malaysia Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) confirmed the re-export of 436 containers of illegal electronic waste back to their source countries, with an additional 578 containers scheduled for return starting in October. Seizures led by the agency have reached RM265.89 million so far in 2026, primarily driven by drugs and illegal e-waste shipments.

  BusinessToday Malaysia+ 1

• Foreign Affairs at the UN General Assembly: Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan addressed the 81st UNGA session in New York, urging the United Nations to abolish the Security Council veto and shift towards crisis prevention, reiterating Malaysia’s firm positions regarding Gaza and international governance. Wisma Putra also met with families in Putrajaya to provide updates on search efforts concerning Malaysians affected by recent severe landslides in Nepal.

  Malay Mail+ 1

• Government Stance on Governance and Corruption: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reiterated that legal developments concerning former prime minister Najib Tun Razak’s conditional pardon and sentence do not soften the administration’s anti-corruption stance, stating that anyone who misappropriates national resources must face accountability.

  Malay Mail

• Sabah Minor Tremor: Authorities addressed early response mechanisms following a weak magnitude 3.3 earthquake detected near Kinabatangan, Sabah, confirming early alert systems issued notices shortly after the event with no reported structural damage.

  The Star