Tag: Malaysia
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Two Filipina Women Saved from Human Trafficking at Manila Airport
In a recent operation at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport’s Terminal 3, immigration officials in Manila intercepted and rescued two Filipina women who were victims of human trafficking. The incident occurred on January 27 as the women attempted to board a flight to Malaysia under the guise of being tourists. Mary Jane Hizon, head of…
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Malaysian House Speaker’s Visit to Philippines Strengthens ASEAN Ties
In a move to fortify interparliamentary relations, Tan Sri Dato’ (Dr.) Johari Bin Abdul, the Speaker of Malaysia’s House of Representatives, made an official visit to the Philippine House of Representatives on Tuesday. The visit, warmly received by Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez, was seen as a significant step in enhancing cooperation between the two neighboring…
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ASEAN Foreign Ministers Address Key Regional and Global Challenges
During the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Retreat held in Langkawi, Malaysia, on January 19, 2025, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ foreign ministers convened to discuss pressing issues including the South China Sea, Myanmar, and the Middle East. The retreat marked the first meeting under Malaysia’s chairmanship of ASEAN, with a focus on inclusivity and sustainability…
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ASEAN Foreign Ministers Address Key Regional Issues at Langkawi Retreat
At the ASEAN Foreign Ministers Retreat held in Langkawi, Malaysia, on January 19, 2025, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ foreign ministers convened to discuss pressing regional and international issues. The retreat, marking the first meeting under Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship, focused on developments in the South China Sea, the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, and the…
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Filipino Community in Malaysia Advised to Stay Alert Amid Rising HMPV Cases
The Philippine Embassy in Kuala Lumpur has issued a warning to Filipinos residing in Malaysia to be cautious due to an increase in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases. The embassy reported that Malaysia saw 327 cases of HMPV in 2024, up from 225 cases the year before. HMPV typically presents symptoms similar to a common cold,…
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