Malaysia

2026-05-18 15:44

Malaysia determined to enhance scientific co-op with Iran

TEHRAN – Malaysian Minister of Higher Education, Zambry Abdul Kadir, in a phone conversation with Minister of Science, Research and Technology Hossein Simaei-Sarraf, has said that Malaysia is determined to boost scientific ties with Iran, particularly in the higher education sector, with consultations and planning currently in progress.

2026-05-17 16:17

Iranian, Malaysian officials discuss ways to foster scientific ties

TEHRAN – Iran’s scientific counselor in East Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, Alireza Tavakolpour, and scientific officials of the University of Malaya (UM) have explored the opportunities to expand scientific and academic ties between Iranian universities and UM.

2026-02-24 14:57

Iranian, Malaysian officials explore avenues to enhance scientific ties

TEHRAN – Iranian and Malaysian scientific officials have discussed ways to promote cooperation between the two countries, particularly in scientific and academic interactions.

2026-02-16 15:26

Malaysian, Chinese scientists grab Khwarizmi International Award

TEHRAN – Two foreign plans from Malaysian and Chinese scholars have been selected as winners of the 39th Khwarizmi International Award.

2025-12-20 15:34

Iran, Malaysia explore avenues to promote science diplomacy

TEHRAN – Iranian and Malaysian officials have discussed ways to enhance collaborations between the two countries, especially the promotion of science diplomacy.

Iran’s steadfast stance has transformed resistance politics in West Asia

2025-12-05 21:46

By Sahar Dadjoo

Iran’s steadfast stance has transformed resistance politics in West Asia: Malaysian activist

Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid says Iran’s resistance to Western pressure gives it unique strategic weight

TEHRAN – At the sidelines of the Conference on “People’s Rights and Legitimate Freedoms in the Thoughts of Ayatollah Khamenei,” The Tehran Times sat down with Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid, President of the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organizations (MAPIM), to discuss the evolving landscape of global justice, Palestine advocacy, and the role of the Muslim world in confronting oppressive power structures.

2025-11-30 18:18

Death toll surpasses 600 in Southeast Asia floods and landslides

The death toll mounted to over 600 from floods and landslides caused by torrential rains across three countries in Southeast Asia, Reuters reported Sunday, citing regional officials, as relief efforts for tens of thousands of displaced people continued over the weekend.

2025-11-30 15:40

Iranian, Malaysian scientific officials discuss expanding ties

TEHRAN – Iran’s scientific counselor in East Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, Alireza Tavakolpour, held a meeting with the managers of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) to discuss ways to foster scientific and academic cooperation between the two countries.

2025-11-29 14:00

Over 300 killed as floods devastate Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia

Days of devastating flooding across Southeast Asia have killed more than 300 people in Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia, Channel News Asia (CNA) reported Saturday, citing the statements of regional authorities.

2025-11-16 17:28

Tehran-Kuala Lumpur direct flights resumed

TEHRAN — Iran Airtour has resumed direct flights between Tehran and Kuala Lumpur after a three-year suspension, the Iranian embassy in Malaysia said on Saturday.

2025-11-16 13:55

2025 IFCPF Asia-Oceania Cup: Iran start on high

TEHRAN – Iran started strong in their title defense at the 2025 IFCPF Men's Asia-Oceania Cup on Sunday.

2025/11/10

By Mohammad Javad Habibi

Trump’s ASEAN outreach and Washington’s strategic drift from West Asia

TEHRAN - Donald Trump’s attendance at the 47th ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur marks a symbolic yet telling redirection of American foreign policy. After two decades of overreach and strategic exhaustion in West Asia, Washington appears to be searching for a new stage on which to project power. Southeast Asia dynamic, contested, and economically vital offers a setting where the U.S. can reassert visibility while avoiding the immense political and military costs that have accompanied its interventions in the Middle East.

2025-11-05 16:57

Iran shines at Malaysia’s Culture and Food Exhibition

TEHRAN--An exhibition showcasing Iranian culture and art was held in the heart of Malaysia, where Iran earned a top ranking among 45 participating countries.

2025-10-26 19:58

Malaysians protest Trump's support for Israel during ASEAN summit

Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday to protest U.S. President Donald Trump's visit for the 47th ASEAN Summit, voicing strong opposition to his administration's unwavering support for Israel’s war on Gaza.

2025-10-19 18:09

Iran seeks to attract more visitors from neighboring countries, tourism minister says

TEHRAN — Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, on Sunday stated that Iran is currently focusing on attracting tourists primarily from nearby countries.

Tehran marks World Tourism Day with pledges of investment, jobs, and regional cooperation

2025-09-28 18:39

By Afshin Majlesi

Tehran marks World Tourism Day with pledges of investment, jobs, and regional cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran marked World Tourism Day on Saturday with officials pledging financial support, new jobs and greater private sector involvement to revive the country’s tourism industry, which has struggled in recent months.

2025-09-27 17:30

Tourism minister invites Malaysian counterpart to visit Tehran

TEHRAN – Iran has extended an official invitation to Malaysia’s tourism minister, Tiong King Sing, to visit Tehran as part of efforts to strengthen tourism, cultural, and economic ties between the two nations.