News
Harimau Malaya's 2027 Asian Cup Hopes End After AFC Overturns Wins Over Ineligible Players Scandal
FAM was fined USD50,000 (RM196,400) for fielding ineligible players in matches against Nepal and Vietnam.
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Sports
This 23-Year-Old Once Wanted To Swim For Malaysia. Now She's One Of Ireland's Best Swimmers
Lottie Cullen, who grew up in Ipoh, returned to Kuala Lumpur this week as an Irish national record holder, showing how citizenship rules shaped a career that could have unfolded very differently.
Lifestyle
Why Thousands Of Malaysians Are Giving Up Their Citizenship
Jobs, family, and the pursuit of better opportunities abroad are driving a steady outflow of citizens, data and experts show.
News
Some 10,000 Malaysians Renounce Citizenship Annually, Threatening Economy And Innovation
Experts warn that the steady outflow of skilled Malaysians may weaken innovation, productivity, and the country's global competitiveness.
News
Over 61,000 Malaysians Gave Up Their Citizenship In 5 Years. Here's Where They Went
Singapore tops the list, accounting for almost 94% of those leaving, with women leading the migration trend.
Gomen
JPN Clarifies Viral Dual Citizenship Claim, Says No New Policy Involved
The department said voluntary renunciation of citizenship follows the Federal Constitution and is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Gomen
JPN Considers Letting Malaysians With Dual Citizenship Surrender MyKad Voluntarily
The department said people can choose which citizenship to keep without facing arrests or enforcement action.
Gomen
New MyKad With Built-In QR Code To Roll Out In June 2026
According to the government, the upgrade aims to curb forgery and improve digital checks.
News
Automatic Citizenship For Children Born Abroad To Malaysian Mothers To Start Mid-2026
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said preparations are underway.
Gomen
Saifuddin Says He Used Discretionary Powers To Waive Residency Rule For The 7 Heritage Players
The home minister also revealed that since 2018, 23 football players have been granted Malaysian citizenship through naturalisation under Article 19.
