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Automatic Citizenship for Children Born Abroad: A Policy Shift with Economic Implications for Penang

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Automatic Citizenship for Children Born Abroad: A Policy Shift with Economic Implications for Penang

The Malaysian government’s announcement to grant automatic citizenship to children born abroad to Malaysian mothers, slated for mid-2026, marks a significant development in the country’s socio-political landscape. This policy change, while rooted in social justice, carries nuanced ramifications for Penang’s economic and policy environment. The move addresses

By Paul Allen
Home Ministry’s Crackdown on ‘Counter-Setting’ and ‘Flying Passports’: Strategic Implications for Penang’s Policy and Economic Environment

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Home Ministry’s Crackdown on ‘Counter-Setting’ and ‘Flying Passports’: Strategic Implications for Penang’s Policy and Economic Environment

The Home Ministry’s recent announcement to launch an all-out crackdown on power abuses such as ‘counter-setting’ and ‘flying passports’ at major border checkpoints like KLIA and those in Johor signals an intensified government stance against illicit activities undermining regulatory integrity. Although the crackdown is centred on key border nodes

By Paul Allen
New Scam Targeting Employers of Foreign Workers: Implications for Penang's Economic and Policy Landscape

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New Scam Targeting Employers of Foreign Workers: Implications for Penang's Economic and Policy Landscape

The recent uncovering by the Selangor Immigration Department of a new scam involving fake officers deceiving employers to unlawfully release detained foreign workers highlights a growing challenge in Malaysia's labor and immigration enforcement. This development has significant repercussions for Penang's economic and policy environment, particularly given

By Paul Allen