The move is part of a broader effort to shield young people from online harm like cyberbullying, scams and sexual exploitation.
Malaysia to Bar Children Under 16 From Social Media, Echoing Australian Ban
The announcement on Sunday, which was light on details, came weeks before a similar action takes effect in Australia.
Malaysia says it plans to ban social media for users under 16 starting next year
The Southeast Asian nation joins a growing list of countries choosing to limit access to digital platforms due to concerns about child safety.
Malaysia never interfered in Thai–Cambodia dispute, only mediated at request
Malaysia has never interfered in the Thailand–Cambodia border dispute and acted only as a mediator at the request of both countries, Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan told the Dewan Rakyat …
Shearwater secures OBN survey contract for Shell field in Malaysia
The two-month survey, involving 4D seismic acquisition at a Shell-operated field, is scheduled for early 2026.
Strong 6.5 magnitude quake strikes off north Sumatra, tremors felt in Malaysia
A strong 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck off the west coast of Northern Sumatra, Indonesia, at 12.56pm on Thursday (Nov 27), according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).
Suspect who shot National Guard soldiers in DC worked with CIA in Afghanistan
Officials also reveal the Afghan suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, drove across the country from Washington state before the attack.
Pope Leo warns ‘future of humanity is at stake’ on his first foreign trip to Turkey
Ahead of his visit, Leo shared a Thanksgiving message with NBC News encouraging all people “to recognize that we have all received so many gifts.” …
Malaysia braces for rare tropical storm ‘Senyar’: Warnings issued for heavy rain, wind and floods across peninsula
The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) today issued a warning for tropical storm Senyar, which has been detected north of Sumatra and …
Malaysia’s trade hits record RM2.23 trillion in first 9 months of 2025, says Zafrul
Malaysia’s trade performance reached its highest level on record for the January-September 2025 period, rising 4.4% to RM2.235 trillion despite global uncertainties, says Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul …