Iranian mayors, artisans join World Craft Cities Network Forum

TEHRAN – A number of Iranian mayors and artisans are attending the World Craft Cities Network Forum, which is being co-hosted by China and Malaysia.

By staff and agency

Malaysia says U.S. sanctions against Iran are against law

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Sunday that the United States’ sanctions against Iran are unlawful.

Iran ranks 6th in Halal travel revenues

TEHRAN – Fetching $8 billion, Iran is ranked 6th in terms of Halal travel revenues based on the State of the Global Islamic Economy Report 2018/19.

Tehran calls on ‘friendly’ Malaysia to resolve banking restrictions on Iranians

TEHRAN – Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi has deplored banking restrictions on Iranians residing in Malaysia under the U.S. sanctions, which Iran refers to as “economic terrorism”, calling on the “friendly state of Malaysia” to resolve the issue.

Banks in Malaysia close Iranians’ accounts due to U.S. sanctions: report

TEHRAN – Banks in Malaysia are closing the accounts of Iranian individuals and companies because of U.S. sanctions, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing a number of affected individuals.

Iran into IBSA Blind Football Asian C’ships semis

TEHRAN – Iran edged past Japan 1-0 on Thursday to book a place at the IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships semi-final.

“The world is helpless,” Mahathir says

Malaysian PM slams U.S. unilateral sanctions as ‘privilege of the rich and powerful’

TEHRAN – Malaysia’s Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad has criticized the United States for trying to force all countries to stop doing business with Iran.

Malaysian embassy in Tehran marks Independence Day

TEHRAN – The Malaysian embassy in Tehran on Wednesday celebrated national Independence Day in a ceremony attended by Iran’s Information and Communications Technology Minister Mohammad-Javad Azari Jahromi.

Zarif will soon start tour of China, Japan and Malaysia

TEHRAN - The Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that Iran’s chief diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif will soon start a tour to a number of East Asian states as part of Tehran’s “proactive” diplomacy, after concluding his visit to Europe.

Folk Iranian arts, handicrafts appeared at Malaysian exhibit

TEHRAN – A number of traditional Iranian artists, artisans and craftspeople promoted skills at the 5th Putrajaya International Islamic Arts and Culture Festival (PIIACUF), which was held in the Malaysian metropolis from July 25 to 28.

By Murray Hunter

Lost Malaysian hopes and the Pakatan catch 22

ASIA  SENTINEL - It took the Malaysian opposition more than a generation to topple the Barisan Nasional government, led by the now-discredited United Malays National Organization. Throughout mosques, coffee shops and markets in Malaysia, there has been an atmosphere of hope and anticipation by many for change that goes all the way back to when Mahathir Mohamed dismissed Anwar Ibrahim as deputy prime minister back in 1998 and jailed him in a trial regarded universally as trumped up.

Iran to take part in international mental arithmetic contest

TEHRAN – Iran will attend the 18th PAN PACIFIC Abacus & Mental Arithmetic Association Global Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Championships which will be held in Malaysia on December 28. 

Iran begin AFC U-16 Championship with loss to Indonesia

TEHRAN – Iran began the AFC U-16 Championship Malaysia 2018 Group C with a match against Indonesia.

Malaysia, Iran’s new all-weather friend, in principle supports Iran’s nuclear deal

TEHRAN - The relations between Iran and Malaysia, far from the arch lights of mainstream media, have always been steady. In recent times, the friendship has grown strong with both countries signing bilateral agreements and vowing to enhance cooperation in areas of mutual concern.

Iran learn fate at AFC Women’s Futsal Championship

TEHRAN – Iran have learned their fate at the AFC Women’s Futsal Championship Thailand 2018 on Monday.

Potentials of Iranian ports presented in Malaysia

TEHRAN – Malaysia’s Port Klang hosted the first meeting between Iranian and Malaysian officials focusing on potentials of Iranian ports especially Chabahar Port in southern Iran.

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Malaysia’s Efforts in Improving Education: Lessons for Developing Countries

Malaysia’s efforts to tackle education challenges, particularly through the establishment of a ‘delivery unit’ that tracks results, can help other countries seeking to improve implementation in the sector, says a new World Bank report.

Iran runners-up at IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships

Iran football 5-a-side came second at the 2017 IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships on Sunday.

Iran advance to IBSA Blind Football World Championships

Iran qualified for the 2017 IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships final match after defeating Thailand in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Saturday.

Iran earn second win at IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships

Iran earned their second victory in a row in the 2017 IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships.

Iran defeat S. Korea at IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships

Iran started the 2017 IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships on a high note on Tuesday.

Iran Navy commander leaves for Malaysia

TEHRAN – Iran’s Navy commander on Monday afternoon left Tehran for Malaysia to attend International Maritime Security Symposium 2017 (IMSS).

Malaysia sees FTA with Iran signed by yearend 

TEHRAN - Malaysia is expected to sign free trade agreement (FTA) with Iran by year-end, said International Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Ong Ka Chuan, Bernama reported.

Five new ambassadors submit credentials to Rouhani

TEHRAN - In separate meetings on Tuesday President Hassan Rouhani received credentials of the new ambassadors of Mexico, Benin, Thailand, Malaysia and Slovenia to Tehran.

Iranian reciter Hamed Alizadeh tops at Malaysian Quran contest

TEHRAN – Iranian reciter Hamed Alizadeh has won the first prize at the 59th International Al-Quran Recital and Memorizing Assembly in Malaysia.

Iran 3X3 basketball team head to Malaysia

Iran four-man team left Tehran Tuesday night to take part at the 3rd Asian University 3X3 Basketball Championship 2017.

Marco Octavio: Iran deserved to win AFC Beach Soccer title

Former Iran beach soccer head coach Marco Octavio congratulates the AFC Beach Soccer title and stated the Iranian players deserve such success.

AFC Beach Soccer Championship: Iran 6-1 Afghanistan

Islamic Republic of Iran cruised to their second win in Group A of the 2017 AFC Beach Soccer Championship after beating Afghanistan 6-1 in Kuala Terengganu on Monday.