The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
A newly opened border crossing between Bukit Kayu Hitam in Kedah and Sadao in Thailand has significantly improved cross-border traffic flow and boosted bilateral trade within its first month of operation.
Thailand will launch competitive bidding in December for eight major construction contracts forming the second phase of its ambitious Thai-Chinese high-speed railway project, targeting completion by 2031.
Thailand's Ministry of Transport will pursue cabinet approval this year for the Bangkok–Phitsanulok high-speed rail project, the first phase of a larger Bangkok–Chiang Mai initiative developed with Japan, with construction set to begin in 2030.
Pakistan and Iran are working to restore the Islamabad-Tehran-Istanbul freight train service, suspended in 2022. The railway corridor would strengthen trade links and regional connectivity from Central Asia to Europe.
Sarawak's newly launched state-owned airline AirBorneo commenced operations with its inaugural flight from Kuching to KLIA, offering Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah's vision of affordable and transparent air services across the region.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof welcomed AirBorneo Airways' inaugural flight from Kuching to KLIA today, a milestone for Sarawak's state-owned carrier as it enters commercial jet operations and expands domestic and regional networks.
The Juru-Sungai Dua Traffic Dispersal Project has reached 28.75 per cent completion and remains on schedule, with major preliminary works finished and utility relocation 70 per cent complete.
The passenger ferry connecting Labuan to Lawas, Sarawak has suspended operations for three months from July 14, marking the first halt in over 30 years. Operator RPL Shipyard cited unresolved fuel supply problems and unsustainable costs.
Sarawak officially inaugurated the Batang Lupar 1 Bridge, Malaysia's longest river crossing, marking a pivotal shift in coastal connectivity. The RM848.75 million infrastructure project is expected to accelerate economic development across four districts and reduce travel times significantly.
AirBorneo has committed to a fixed RM375 all-in one-way Economy fare on the Kuala Lumpur-Kuching route year-round, following pricing analysis and fuel cost benchmarking to address regional airfare concerns.