Latest news in Malaysia? September 28th, 2026
28-09-2026
Key news developments reported in Malaysia for September 28, 2026:
National Mourning: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and other national leaders gathered at Masjid As Syarif to pay their final respects following the passing of Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, remembering her dedicated service and lasting contributions to the nation.
Regional Space Ambitions: Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Datuk Chang Lih Kang announced Malaysia’s target to become a leading space player in Southeast Asia. The initiative focuses on updating the national legal framework, promoting local spaceport development, and expanding satellite-based applications for agriculture and disaster management.
Bernama+ 1Foreign Policy and AI Governance: Representing Malaysia on the international stage, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan urged global bodies to grant the Global South an active voice in setting artificial intelligence governance standards, rather than merely using developing nations as locations for data centres.
Business and Infrastructure: Sunsuria City agreed to dispose of prime commercial land in Sepang, Selangor, to Amazon Data Services Malaysia for RM316.84 million. Meanwhile, on the local exchange, retail investor RedPlanet prepared to tap the market via a RM13.3 million IPO for its ACE Market transfer.
TheStarSports Highlights: In cycling, Tudor Pro Cycling Team rider Lennart Jasch claimed victory in stage two of Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL 2026), conquering the grueling climb from Taiping to Gunung Jerai. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim also congratulated the national sepak takraw squad for breaking a 36-year wait to secure an Asian Games gold medal.
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