Visa-free arrangement spurs record increase in Chinese tourists

China Press reported that a young driver, heading out with friends in the early hours, lost control and crashed into a park fence, ending up tipped into a ditch.

The driver was thrown from the vehicle and died from severe head injuries, while a male passenger was hospitalised with serious injuries.

Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said that visa free travel arrangements with china contributed to 194% increase in Chinese tourists this year, headlined Kwong Wah Daily.

Police data shows over 3,000 investment fraud cases reported in the past seven months.

Federal Commercial Crime Investigation Department (CCID) Director Datuk Seri Ramli Mohamed Yoosuf revealed that, by the end of July this year, 372 companies had been listed by the “Semak Mule” system for involvement in investment fraud activities, reported Guang Ming Daily.

Foreign direct investment (FDI) plays a crucial role in driving national economic development, reported Nanyang Daily. The ability to attract substantial FDI can significantly impact a country’s future growth.

Malaysian shuttlers Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik won Malaysia’s first medal at the Paris Olympics, headlined Sin Chew Daily

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi both posted congratulatory messages to them.

Editorial

On the sports field, Malaysia may not be the most prominent contender, but the fighting spirit of our badminton players earns praise from the nation, said Nanyang Daily.

Win or lose, the players sweat it out on the court, with supporters continuously cheering them on, demonstrating the maturity and objectivity of Malaysian fans, said the daily.

As extreme weather conditions become more pressing, both the government and the people must accelerate their efforts with effective solutions to address the challenges, said Sin Chew Daily.

At the same time, the government should enhance awareness and educate the public on environmental protection and climate change, said the daily.

Climate change is a global issue that no single country can tackle alone; humanity must collaborate and each person must do their part to resolve the climate crisis, added the daily.