Malays

Malays are citizens or nationals of Malaysia, a Southeast Asian country. They are a diverse ethnic group, with the largest subgroup being the Bumiputera, who hold a special constitutional status.

Why it’s in the news: Malays are in the news due to the recurring transboundary haze crisis affecting the country, which has prompted diplomatic and mitigation efforts with Indonesia.

Latest on Malays

• Ahead of National Day celebrations, Malaysia to step up haze mitigation measures with Indonesia
• Deadly Shah Alam brawl reignites Malaysian gang violence fears
• Indonesia opens its skies to Malaysian rainmakers as haze crisis deepens
• Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore reaffirm commitment to keep Malacca and Singapore straits safe and open
• Malaysia records unhealthy air quality in around 30 areas as haze spreads
• Can Anwar’s call for ‘freer’ filmmaking help ease Malaysia’s censorship rules?

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