The day's essential Malaysian news, briefed.
Southeast Asian nations are accelerating infrastructure and sustainability projects. Indonesia commits to major waste management reforms, while renewable energy gains exceed targets. The region also sees agricultural innovation and public health improvements.
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The Malaysia Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Show 2026 will welcome its first international exhibitors, including representatives from Brazil, China, the United States, Japan, and South Korea, signalling a significant expansion of the biennial event's scope and value.
Malaysia's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security reports that graduates from its agricultural TVET institutions achieved an 81 per cent marketability rate in 2024, up from 78 per cent the previous year, highlighting growing demand for skilled agricultural workers.