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Selangor's Menteri Besar has flagged a troubling trend of local residents providing shelter and assistance to undocumented Rohingya, creating obstacles for state enforcement operations and complicating immigration control efforts.
Despite new visa restrictions and security incidents, US universities continue attracting Singaporean students. Education consultants report over 85% of prospective applicants are proceeding with US university plans, though families seek clearer timelines.
Democratic Action Party MPs Syahredzan Johan and Lim Lip Eng have backed Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's position that Malaysian authorities retain full discretion over immigration enforcement, including deportation of Israeli citizens found in the country.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has unveiled a comprehensive four-point strategy to transform Malaysia's Immigration Department into an economic catalyst while maintaining security standards and embracing digital innovation.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has endorsed calls to upgrade the Immigration Officer Service Scheme, acknowledging the department's substantial revenue contributions and frontline role in protecting national sovereignty.
Malaysia's Immigration Department aims to exceed RM5 billion in revenue collection during 2026, following a robust 2025 when it gathered over RM5.2 billion. The agency has maintained this collection level for three consecutive years.
Malaysia faces mounting pressure from illegal foreign workers operating unregistered businesses, prompting PM Anwar Ibrahim to order swift government action. The issue threatens local livelihoods and social cohesion.