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Malay Mail
18 hours ago
- Malay Mail
KLIA drug busts uncover RM2.65m in cannabis, ecstasy and meth
SEPANG, June 20 — Customs officers have foiled multiple attempts to smuggle 30.14 kilogrammes (kg) of drugs estimated to be worth RM2.65 million through the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA). KLIA Customs director Zulkifli Muhammad said that on April 17, a man was arrested for trying to smuggle out 14.65kg of cannabis buds worth almost RM1.44 million in his checked baggage on a flight to a European country. He said the man was subjected to a baggage inspection after his travel was blocked by the Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) due to a blacklist record. 'During the baggage scan, the man attempted to flee but was apprehended by Customs personnel. 'The inspection found that the cannabis buds were packed in vacuum-sealed plastic to avoid detection,' he told a press conference yesterday. Zulkifli said on May 16, Customs found 5.31kg of ecstasy worth almost RM900,000 that was being smuggled in through a consignment at a cargo terminal operator in the KLIA Free Trade Zone. He said the drugs, believed to have originated from a European country, were packaged and declared as laptop components. Then, on May 24, he said that 10.18kg of syabu, worth nearly RM300,000, concealed in a consignment along with clothing, was also intercepted. He said investigations into both drug shipments are underway, but face obstacles as the smugglers were likely using fake company names and addresses. 'We have gone to the (premises) as declared in the consignment information, but the company either does not exist or is using someone else's address,' he said. — Bernama
The Sun
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
MACC, AKPS, and KLIA IPD strengthen security control ahead of ASEAN-PAC meeting in October
PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has strengthened security cooperation with the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport District Police Headquarters (KLIA IPD) to ensure the smooth running of the 21st Principals Meeting of the ASEAN-Parties Against Corruption (ASEAN-PAC) scheduled to take place from Oct 28-30 in Kuala Lumpur. It said the conference will gather heads of anti-corruption agencies from ASEAN countries and representatives of international organisations, and will serve as an important platform to strengthen regional strategic networks in fighting corruption. 'Among the main agenda of the conference will be the presentation and ratification of the ASEAN-PAC Action Plan 2026–2029, as a continuation of the previous plan for 2023-2025. This action plan will serve as the main reference document in strengthening the joint direction towards regional integrity and transparency,' according to the statement. Additionally, the MACC said several programmes on the sidelines of the meeting are also planned, and these include interactive dialogue sessions and capacity development workshops targeting enforcement officers from ASEAN member countries. 'The ASEAN-PAC commitment is also in line with the provisions of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), thereby strengthening the efforts of ASEAN countries in formulating stricter and more effective policies and laws against corruption,' said the statement. The MACC Security Division made a strategic courtesy visit to AKPS and the KLIA IPD on June 11 as an initial step to strengthen security cooperation for the ASEAN-PAC event. Among the main topics discussed were the coordination of security controls for the arrival and movement of delegates, standard operating procedures (SOP) at KLIA, and comprehensive security measures during the conference.
The Sun
12-06-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
EAIC proposes upgrading BSI CIQ to ease congestion
JOHOR BAHRU: The Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC) has proposed a study to improve the structural plan and layout of the Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex at Bangunan Sultan Iskandar (BSI) here, to address the border crossing. EAIC chairman Tan Sri Dr Ismail Bakar said the proposal includes a review of traffic and visitor flow around the building, which is currently operating at high capacity. 'This building has been around for a long time, and we've seen a significant increase in the number of visitors and vehicles passing through. Therefore, there's a need to thoroughly reassess the building's layout. 'This effort may involve a significant expenditure, but we will conduct a study first. If this is not initiated now, we will not see any improvements at BSI,' he said during EAIC's working visit to the BSI today. Also present were Johor Immigration Department director and Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency BSI commander Roszita Dim. One of the proposals presented is to divert heavy vehicle traffic, such as lorries, to the Sultan Abu Bakar Sub-Complex, allowing BSI to focus solely on handling visitor movements. 'That is one of the early proposals being considered. We will recommend to the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) and the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) to carry out this effectiveness study,' he said. Commenting on the working visit, Ismail said it was part of EAIC's initial engagement session with AKPS at the complex. 'The main purpose of this visit is to listen to the issues occurring at BSI, including administrative matters, infrastructure, support systems, and the facilities provided to on-duty officers,' he said. He said the findings from the visit will be presented to relevant parties in an effort to seek long-term solutions to the operational challenges at one of the country's main entry points. He added that the visit reflects the commission's commitment to strengthening integrity and transparent governance in enforcement, in line with the powers under Act 700 and its role as Lead Agency of the CPI Special Task Force Focus Group on Enforcement. 'This visit also paves the way for strategic cross-agency cooperation or 'smart partnerships', especially to ensure integrated and effective operations that align with the goal of best governance,' he said.
Malaysian Reserve
04-06-2025
- General
- Malaysian Reserve
NGO calls for deeper probe into trafficking networks behind KLIA detainee case
By GLORIA HARRY BEATTY HUMAN rights non-profit organisation Tenaganita is urging authorities to go beyond border enforcement and investigate trafficking networks behind the arrival of 279 foreign nationals who were denied entry by the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) division of the Border Control Agency (AKPS) on June 2. According to a recent statement by AKPS, this is the highest single-day record of Not-To-Land (NTL) cases since the KLIA Monitoring Team was established in 2023. The removal is part of AKPS's ongoing efforts to tighten border security. All individuals involved were ordered to return to their countries of origin immediately following documentation and further screening by its officers. Tenaganita ED Glorene Amala Das welcomed immigration authorities' use of intelligence tools to scrutinise travellers at the point of entry but warned that enforcement alone is not enough. 'It is encouraging to note that immigration authorities are using intelligence and available systems to assess incoming individuals against proper entry requirements, rather than allowing entry without sufficient scrutiny. 'However, while enforcement at the point of entry is important, it is equally critical to investigate and identify the networks facilitating these movements. We must ask: Who arranged for them to come? What agencies or individuals were involved on both ends, particularly in Malaysia?' she told the Malaysian Reserve. Glorene pointed out that these arrivals do not happen in isolation and are often Malaysian-based recruiters, agents, or companies complicit in enabling their travel and planned employment here. The group's years of work with migrant workers and trafficking victims reveal a pattern of deception by recruitment agents and companies operating in Malaysia and abroad. 'At Tenaganita, we have worked with many migrant workers and victims of trafficking who were deceived by false recruitment promises. Some sold their family lands or took on huge debts with the hope of decent work in Malaysia, only to find themselves exploited, undocumented, and abandoned. 'We hope that thorough investigations are underway to expose and hold accountable those who facilitated this attempt to enter Malaysia under dubious pretenses. Many of the individuals may have been victims of deception and coercion,' she cautioned. Glorene also urged that those detained be allowed to return home safely and share their experiences to raise awareness in their communities to prevent further exploitation. As the group continues its efforts to protect the rights of migrant workers and victims of trafficking, it believes accountability and systemic reform must go hand in hand with enforcement.
Daily Express
03-06-2025
- Daily Express
279 foreigners denied entry into Malaysia, highest number recorded since 2023
Published on: Tuesday, June 03, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jun 03, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: The AKPS also said that the congestion and high flow of visitors would often be manipulated by a small group of individuals to try and sneak into the country by abusing existing entry facilities. - Bernama pic PUTRAJAYA: The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) recorded its biggest success when it thwarted the entry of 279 foreigners from Bangladesh, Pakistan and India, who did not meet entry requirements into Malaysia, via the Kuala Lumpur International Airpor (KLIA) yesterday. It said this was the highest number of Not-To-Land (NTL) cases recorded since the establishment of the monitoring force in 2023, adding that it had ordered the immediate deportation of all of them. 'There is an increasing trend of foreigners entering illegally, particularly during peak arrival times and holiday seasons in Malaysia,' it said in a statement today. The AKPS also said that the congestion and high flow of visitors would often be manipulated by a small group of individuals to try and sneak into the country by abusing existing entry facilities. It added that deportation measures are part of ongoing efforts to tighten border security control, thus ensuring only eligible individuals who fulfil all stipulated conditions are allowed to enter Malaysia. 'All the individuals involved were ordered to return to their countries of origin immediately after the documentation processes and further inspections carried out by AKPS officers,' it said. Since its establishment, the AKPS has had a positive impact in increasing the effectiveness of early screening as well as the detection of at-risk visitors. The latest success proves yet again AKPS' commitment to carrying out strict and consistent monitoring to guarantee the country's safety and sovereignty. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
