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Tan Kar Hing

A PKR lawmaker has urged the government to suspend Chinese e-commerce platform Pinduoduo&rsquo;s operations in Malaysia until a proper cross-border anti-dumping framework is introduced, arguing that the platform&rsquo;s business model could put local businesses at a disadvantage.
Gopeng MP Tan Kar Hing called on the government to consider removing Pinduoduo from app stores and delaying its operations until stronger regulations are established to ensure fair competition.
According to Tan, Pinduoduo&rsquo;s factory-to-consumer (F2C) model allows overseas manufacturers to sell directly to Malaysian consumers at prices that local businesses struggle to match. While Malaysian companies must bear costs such as taxes, product certifications, safety requirements, warehouse expenses and other regulatory obligations, overseas sellers can often operate with lower costs.
He warned that unchecked growth of cross-border e-commerce platforms could place pressure on local manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors, potentially affecting businesses, jobs and the wider economy.
What Is Pinduoduo And Why Is It So Cheap?
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Pinduoduo is one of China&rsquo;s largest e-commerce platforms, connecting consumers directly with manufacturers through a factory-to-consumer model. By reducing the number of middlemen involved in the supply chain, sellers are able to offer products at significantly lower prices compared with traditional retail channels.
For example, a household product sold by a Malaysian retailer for around RM13 could reportedly be listed on Pinduoduo for as little as RM2, including delivery from China.
Unlike platforms such as Shopee and Lazada, which mainly operate as marketplaces where local and international sellers run their own online stores, Pinduoduo focuses heavily on direct factory sales, bulk manufacturing and aggressive pricing strategies.
All three platforms offer products ranging from electronics and fashion to household goods and daily necessities. However, Pinduoduo&rsquo;s competitive advantage comes from its close connection with manufacturers, allowing consumers to purchase goods closer to factory prices.
While this benefits consumers looking for affordable products, some local businesses worry that they will struggle to compete against prices that may be difficult for domestic retailers to sustain.
Tan Claims Local SMEs Face An Uneven Playing Field
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Tan argued that the issue goes beyond cheaper prices, claiming local businesses face higher compliance costs compared with some overseas sellers.
He said Malaysian companies are required to comply with regulations involving product certification, taxation, quality control and other operational requirements, while certain foreign platforms may not face the same level of obligations.
To address these concerns, Tan proposed several measures, including requiring overseas platforms to store Malaysian users&rsquo; data locally and encouraging partnerships with local manufacturers, suppliers and logistics companies.
He said such requirements could help ensure foreign platforms contribute to Malaysia&rsquo;s economy through technology transfer, industry development and support for local small and medium enterprises (SMEs), rather than only benefiting from Malaysian consumer spending.
Some Figures Cited By MP Face Scrutiny
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While many agree that local businesses face growing pressure from low-cost overseas platforms, some statistics cited by Tan have been questioned.
Tan stated that SMEs make up 98% of Malaysian businesses and contribute &ldquo;nearly half&rdquo; of the country&rsquo;s GDP.
However, figures from SME Corp Malaysia show that SMEs account for around 96.1% of businesses nationwide, while contributing 39.5% of GDP. The figure closer to half relates to employment, with SMEs accounting for 48.7% of the workforce.
Tan also criticised cross-border platforms for avoiding taxes, although Malaysia introduced a 10% Low Value Goods (LVG) Tax on eligible imported online purchases from 1 January 2024.
The tax was introduced to reduce the gap between local and overseas sellers. However, concerns remain over differences in areas such as product certification, consumer protection requirements and regulatory compliance.
Debate Over Cross-Border E-Commerce Expected To Continue
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Despite questions surrounding some of the figures used, Tan&rsquo;s concerns highlight a wider debate over how Malaysia should regulate rapidly expanding cross-border e-commerce platforms.
He stressed that his proposal is not aimed at rejecting foreign investment or digital platforms, but rather creating a fairer environment for local businesses to compete.
As platforms offering ultra-low prices continue to grow in Malaysia, policymakers will need to balance consumer demand for affordable goods with the need to protect local businesses and maintain a sustainable domestic retail ecosystem.
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Malaysia is exploring ways to reform its tax system by studying whether selected Goods and Services Tax (GST) mechanisms could be incorporated into the existing Sales and Services Tax (SST).
Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said the aim is to create a more progressive and efficient tax system, but stressed that the government is not looking to simply reinstate the previous 6% GST.
The Finance Ministry has been instructed to study the proposal before presenting its findings to the Cabinet.
Hybrid GST-SST Plan Still In Early Stages
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Government spokesman Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil said Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan has been given time to prepare a report on the proposed model.
The study will consider Malaysia's experience with both GST and SST, including weaknesses in the current system and problems encountered during the previous GST era.
Fahmi said there is currently no confirmed timeline for the study, including whether any changes could be included in Budget 2027.
For now, the move does not represent a return of GST. The government is only studying whether certain GST features could improve the existing SST framework.
What Could A Hybrid GST-SST System Include?
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Anwar has stressed that SST would remain the foundation of Malaysia's tax system.
One option highlighted by tax experts is an Input Tax Credit (ITC) mechanism, which could allow eligible businesses to recover certain taxes paid on their inputs.
Under the current SST system, businesses can sometimes face tax cascading, where taxes become embedded in the cost of goods and services and are effectively taxed again further along the supply chain.
A targeted ITC system could reduce this problem without requiring Malaysia to return to the previous GST model.
Experts have also suggested greater use of digital tax administration and invoice-based reporting to strengthen tax collection and reduce revenue leakages.
Why Not Simply Bring Back GST?
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Anwar has acknowledged that GST is generally considered an efficient and transparent method of tax collection, but remains concerned about its broad-based nature.
He has said GST would place a wider tax burden on Malaysians, including those already facing cost-of-living pressures.
&ldquo;GST is a broad-based tax that taxes everyone. I do not agree with that.&rdquo;
The government is therefore considering whether selected GST mechanisms can be introduced without creating another broad-based consumption tax.
Malaysia&rsquo;s Previous GST Experience
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Malaysia introduced GST in April 2015 at a rate of 6%.
The multi-stage consumption tax faced widespread public criticism, particularly over concerns about its impact on living costs. Businesses also raised concerns over delayed tax refunds, which could affect cash flow.
GST was subsequently suspended and zero-rated in June 2018 before being abolished and replaced by SST in September 2018.
These experiences are expected to form part of the Finance Ministry's assessment as it considers any new tax structure.
Businesses Warn Against Higher Compliance Costs
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While tax experts have highlighted the potential benefits of an ITC mechanism, business groups have urged the government to keep any new system simple.
KPMG Malaysia head of tax Soh Lian Seng said a targeted credit mechanism could reduce inefficiencies caused by tax cascading, while digital reporting could improve administration.
However, SME Association of Malaysia president Chin Chee Seong warned that a complicated system could increase business costs, which may ultimately be passed on to consumers.
SAMENTA president Datuk William Ng similarly pointed to delayed ITC refunds during the previous GST era as a major concern.
He said businesses had already invested in systems for GST, SST and e-invoicing, and should not be forced to absorb another round of software, training and compliance costs.
What Could The New Model Look Like?
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Experts have suggested several possible approaches.
One option would be to have GST as a broader consumption tax while retaining SST or other targeted taxes for selected goods and services.
Another could involve a GST-style system with zero-rated or exempt sectors, alongside additional taxes on selected products such as luxury goods, tobacco and other items. Tax expert Harvindar Singh said Malaysia could also study international examples such as India and Canada, where broader consumption taxes operate alongside more targeted taxation.
However, he warned that simply placing GST on top of the existing SST could create unnecessary complexity and further tax-on-tax effects.
Concerns Over Cost Of Living
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Beyond revenue collection, the biggest concern is how any tax reform would affect ordinary Malaysians.
Critics have called for the government to provide clear details on tax rates, which goods and services would be affected, registration thresholds and how input tax credits would work.
There have also been calls for a proper impact study and assessment of compliance costs before any major changes are introduced.
The concern is that higher costs for businesses could eventually be passed on to consumers through higher prices.
Is Malaysia Bringing Back GST?
Not at this stage.
The government has not announced plans to restore the previous 6% GST.
Instead, the Finance Ministry is studying whether selected GST features can be incorporated into the current SST system to make tax collection more efficient while limiting the impact on households.
The eventual outcome could be a modified SST system, a hybrid model or no major change at all.
With Budget 2027 approaching, Malaysia's proposed tax reform is likely to remain closely watched as the government weighs its need for stronger revenue against the pressure of rising living costs.
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Anwar Ibrahim says the government wants to build a more efficient tax system without bringing back the previous 6% GST.

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TikTok could be taking its financial services push a step further by allowing users to send money directly through direct messages, potentially turning private chats into another way to make payments.
References to the feature were reportedly discovered in the code of TikTok&rsquo;s US iPhone app. However, TikTok has stressed that the feature is not currently being tested in any market, meaning it remains an early-stage project and may never be released.
How Would TikTok Payments Through DMs Work?
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According to reports, the proposed feature would allow users to send payments directly inside an existing TikTok conversation.
The recipient could reportedly &ldquo;tap to accept&rdquo; the incoming payment before a set expiry date, while the sender would receive updates on the transaction through push notifications or their TikTok inbox. There also appear to be references to users being able to attach a message or note to a payment, similar to the way users can add captions to transactions on services such as Venmo.
The idea would make sending money feel much like sending a normal TikTok message, potentially removing the need to switch to a separate banking or payment application. For example, users could potentially send money to friends after discussing a purchase, pay someone they met through the platform or transfer money to a creator &mdash; all without leaving TikTok.
TikTok Pay Could Power The Feature
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The reported peer-to-peer payment system could be powered by TikTok Pay, ByteDance&rsquo;s existing payment service.
TikTok Pay is currently available in Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, where it is used for transactions through TikTok Shop. A peer-to-peer payment feature would represent a significant expansion of TikTok Pay, moving it beyond payments to merchants and towards direct transfers between individual users.
ByteDance has already explored similar ideas in China. Its Chinese platform, Douyin, has supported peer-to-peer payments through Douyin Pay, allowing users to make purchases, pay during livestream shopping and send tips.
TikTok Is Moving Further Into Financial Services
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The reported feature fits into TikTok parent company ByteDance&rsquo;s wider push into financial technology and social commerce.
TikTok is no longer simply a platform for short-form videos. Users can already shop through TikTok Shop, purchase digital coins, send virtual gifts to creators and interact with businesses directly through the app. A direct payment system could allow TikTok to keep even more of those transactions within its own ecosystem.
According to Sensor Tower data cited in reports, consumers worldwide have spent more than US$2.9 billion (around RM12.3 billion) on TikTok so far this year. The platform has also reportedly remained the world's leading app for in-app purchase revenue since 2022.
With such a large amount of spending already taking place on TikTok, adding peer-to-peer payments could provide another way for the company to connect its social, entertainment and commerce services.
Could TikTok Challenge Venmo And Other Payment Apps?
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A built-in payment feature could put TikTok into more direct competition with established services such as Venmo and Zelle in the US.
However, TikTok would have one major advantage: it already has a huge audience. Instead of convincing users to download another financial app, TikTok could place payment functionality directly into an application they already use to communicate, watch content and shop.
This could be particularly useful for creators and sellers. Users already share payment details such as Venmo or Cash App usernames through TikTok profiles, so an integrated system could potentially eliminate the need to move transactions elsewhere.
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Other social platforms are heading in a similar direction. X has been expanding its X Money service, while Facebook Messenger has offered peer-to-peer payments in the US for years.
The bigger trend appears to be social media companies attempting to evolve into &ldquo;everything apps&rdquo;, where users can communicate, shop and manage financial transactions in one place.
But There Are Privacy And Scam Concerns
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Making payments as easy as sending a message could certainly be convenient, but it could also create new challenges.
A payment request appearing inside a familiar conversation could potentially make scams and fraudulent transactions harder for users to spot. Criminals could use hacked accounts, fake profiles or convincing messages to pressure people into sending money.
There are also concerns about younger users. TikTok has a huge teenage and young adult audience, and making payments almost frictionless could potentially encourage impulsive spending or make financial scams easier to execute.
TikTok's existing financial tools have also faced legal scrutiny in the US, with some lawsuits involving allegations related to financial and child exploitation, money transmission laws and money laundering. These cases concern existing features and should not be treated as evidence of problems with a peer-to-peer payment system that does not yet exist.
No Launch Date Has Been Confirmed
For now, TikTok's reported peer-to-peer payment feature should be viewed as a development project rather than an upcoming confirmed feature.
The discovery of code shows that ByteDance is exploring the possibility, but TikTok has said it is not currently being tested in any market.
There are also no confirmed details on potential transaction limits, fees, eligibility requirements, banking partners or whether the feature would launch in Malaysia, the US or other markets.
Still, the idea highlights how TikTok is evolving beyond social media and into commerce and financial services.
For Malaysian users, the more immediate takeaway is that TikTok Pay already exists locally through TikTok Shop. Whether Malaysians will eventually be able to send money to friends simply by opening a TikTok DM, however, remains to be seen.
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Malaysian Pink Pandas have another reason to get excited as Apink&rsquo;s Jeong Eun Ji is heading to Kuala Lumpur for her first solo concert in Malaysia this October.
The acclaimed vocalist and actress will bring her &ldquo;SUMMER, I&rdquo; solo concert tour to Zepp Kuala Lumpur on 11 October 2026, following the release of her latest mini album of the same name.
The Kuala Lumpur stop will mark Jeong Eun Ji&rsquo;s first solo performance in Malaysia, following Apink&rsquo;s recent return to the country for The Origin: Apink earlier this year.
Who Is Jeong Eun Ji?
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Jeong Eun Ji is best known as the main vocalist of Apink, one of K-pop&rsquo;s established girl groups. She made her debut with the group in 2011 and quickly gained recognition for her powerful and distinctive vocals. Outside of Apink, Eun Ji has also built a successful career as a solo singer, actress and radio personality.
Her acting breakthrough came with the hit 2012 drama Reply 1997, where she played Sung Shi Won alongside Seo In Guk. Her performance earned her the Best New Actress award at the 49th Baeksang Arts Awards, while her duet with Seo In Guk, &ldquo;All For You&rdquo;, became one of the drama&rsquo;s most popular songs.
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Eun Ji officially launched her solo career in 2016 with her first album, Dream, led by the emotional track &ldquo;Hopefully Sky&rdquo;.
The song became one of her signature solo releases, topping several Korean music charts and earning her the Best Ballad Award at the 2016 Melon Music Awards.
Since then, she has released projects including The Space, Hyehwa and Simple, showcasing her versatility across ballads, acoustic pop and brighter, more refreshing sounds.
Her career has also earned her recognition across both music and acting, further establishing her as one of Apink&rsquo;s most accomplished solo members.
Jeong Eun Ji&rsquo;s &ldquo;SUMMER, I&rdquo; Asia Tour 
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The &ldquo;SUMMER, I&rdquo; concert tour will begin with two shows in Seoul on 12 and 13 September 2026 before heading overseas.
The Asia leg will then visit:
<ul>
<li>Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia &mdash; 11 October 2026</li>
<li>Hong Kong &mdash; 31 October 2026</li>
<li>Taipei, Taiwan &mdash; 14 November 2026</li>
</ul>
The tour takes its name from Eun Ji&rsquo;s latest mini album, Summer, I, which was released earlier this month.
Fans can expect the tour to feature songs from her latest project alongside some of the solo tracks that have defined her career over the years.
Jeong Eun Ji In Kuala Lumpur
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Malaysian fans will be able to catch Eun Ji live at Zepp Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, 11 October 2026.
The concert is organised by Trex Studio, with ticket prices and ticketing details yet to be announced.
Concert Details
Date: 11 October 2026 (Sunday) Venue: Zepp Kuala Lumpur Time: TBA Organiser: Trex Studio Ticket Prices: TBA Ticket Sale: TBA
Further information on ticket sales, seating and concert packages is expected to be announced by the organiser.
As this will be Eun Ji&rsquo;s first solo concert in Malaysia, the show will be a special opportunity for fans to see her perform outside of her work with Apink.
Get To Know Her Latest Comeback Track, &ldquo;i love LOVE&rdquo;
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Eun Ji&rsquo;s newest musical chapter began with her latest mini album, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5l7WQaKkWSyj9kR6NnqtEU?si=YEajLnsITpOYKz7fCJvaWw">Summer, I</a>.
The project&rsquo;s title track, &ldquo;i love LOVE&rdquo;, explores the excitement and vulnerability that come with falling in love. The accompanying music video features Eun Ji alongside actress Cha Gyu Min and follows a romantic storyline centred around the emotional highs and lows of a relationship.
The song also reflects Eun Ji&rsquo;s softer and more playful side, while maintaining the warm vocal style that has become one of her trademarks.
The seven-track mini album includes &ldquo;i love LOVE&rdquo;, &ldquo;NO FIGHT&rdquo;, &ldquo;Linguine&rdquo;, &ldquo;Wind Way&rdquo;, &ldquo;I Feel Like I Can&rsquo;t Meet You Again&rdquo;, &ldquo;Romantic Party&rdquo; and &ldquo;Love After Love&rdquo;.
Eun Ji also took part in the creative process behind the album, with several established Korean musicians contributing to the project.
Stream Jeong Eun Ji&rsquo;s Music On Spotify
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While waiting for the Kuala Lumpur concert, fans can revisit Eun Ji&rsquo;s solo discography on Spotify, from her breakout solo hit &ldquo;Hopefully Sky&rdquo; to tracks such as &ldquo;The Spring&rdquo;, &ldquo;Being There&rdquo; and her latest release, &ldquo;i love LOVE&rdquo;.
With her first solo concert in Malaysia now confirmed, Pink Pandas will finally get the chance to experience Jeong Eun Ji&rsquo;s powerful vocals live in Kuala Lumpur this October.
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The family of a father and his two daughters who were killed in a crash involving an Immigration Department lorry in Kuala Lumpur has called for a transparent and thorough investigation, saying they want all circumstances surrounding the tragedy to be fully explained.
The family was struck after an Immigration Department lorry lost control following a collision at the Maju Junction traffic light intersection along Jalan Sultan Ismail in the early hours of 19 August.
The crash claimed the lives of 53-year-old Shaik Mohd Firdaus Shaikh Yahya and his daughters, Siti Nor Sazlin, 25, and Siti Darwisyah Auni, 12. His wife, 55-year-old Norhayati Razali, survived but suffered serious injuries.
&lsquo;I Just Want Justice&rsquo;
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Speaking to Sinar Harian, Firdaus&rsquo; brother-in-law, 69-year-old Mohd Nadzri Razali, said the family remains devastated by the incident and wants every aspect of the crash investigated.
&ldquo;I hope a full investigation will be carried out. We heard that the traffic light was red, but the vehicle still went through it... we want justice for the deceased.&rdquo;
Mohd Nadzri said the family wants authorities to clarify exactly what happened and ensure that any party found responsible is held accountable.
He said the family was initially informed that two people had died, before later learning that three members of the family had been killed.
&ldquo;I only ask for justice for my brother-in-law and his children,&rdquo; he said.
The family has also reportedly faced difficulties obtaining information in the immediate aftermath, with some of the victims&rsquo; personal belongings, including wallets, car keys and bank cards, initially unaccounted for.
Father And Two Daughters Killed In Jalan Sultan Ismail Crash
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The fatal accident occurred at around 1am at the Maju Junction traffic light intersection along Jalan Sultan Ismail.
Preliminary police investigations found that an empty Isuzu &ldquo;Black Maria&rdquo; lorry belonging to the Immigration Department was travelling from the Kuala Lumpur Immigration Office towards Chow Kit to pick up detainees following an enforcement operation against undocumented migrants.
The 43-year-old Immigration lorry driver was reportedly travelling with its beacon lights and siren activated when the vehicle entered the intersection.
Police said the lorry was believed to have entered the junction while the traffic light in its direction was red. At the same time, a Proton Saga driven by a 50-year-old man was travelling through the intersection after receiving a green light. The Saga was reportedly unable to avoid the Immigration lorry, resulting in a collision between the two vehicles.
The impact caused the Immigration lorry to lose control and veer off the road, striking four pedestrians from the same family who were waiting at the junction. The lorry also collided with an Inokom Matrix that had stopped at the traffic lights.
Firdaus and his two daughters died at the scene, while Norhayati suffered serious injuries to her head, right arm and both legs.
Family Was In A Designated Safe Area
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Police have said the family was not crossing the road at the time of the collision.
According to Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Fadil Marsus, CCTV footage showed the four family members standing in a designated pedestrian safe area at the road divider near the Jalan Sultan Ismail intersection, opposite Maju Junction.
Investigators are examining CCTV footage from the area, along with dashcam footage from the Immigration lorry, to establish the exact sequence of events leading up to the crash.
Immigration director-general Datuk Zakaria Shaaban confirmed that the lorry was relatively new and equipped with a dashcam, with the footage handed over to police as part of the investigation.
He also said the Immigration Department has guidelines governing the use of its vehicles and that its internal investigation would determine whether the driver had followed the required procedures.
Both Drivers Detained For Investigation
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Police have detained both the Immigration lorry driver and the Proton Saga driver to assist with investigations.
Both underwent breathalyser tests and preliminary urine screenings, which returned negative results for alcohol and drugs. Police have also inspected the crash site, obtained available CCTV footage and are seeking independent witnesses who may have witnessed the incident.
The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which covers causing death by reckless or dangerous driving.
Investigators are expected to examine factors including the traffic light sequence, the use of the lorry's beacon and siren, the actions of both drivers and whether standard operating procedures were followed.
PM Anwar Orders Immediate Investigation
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Following the tragedy, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim called for an immediate and thorough investigation into the crash.
Anwar expressed his condolences to the victims' family and said appropriate action must be taken without compromise if investigations uncover negligence, misconduct or any breach of the law.
The Immigration Department has also pledged to cooperate fully with police and conduct its own internal investigation, including reviewing compliance with standard operating procedures and safety requirements involving departmental vehicles.
Authorities have urged members of the public not to circulate unverified photographs, videos or claims about the crash while investigations remain ongoing.
Surviving Mother Regains Consciousness
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Norhayati was initially admitted to the intensive care unit at Hospital Kuala Lumpur following the crash.
Her brother, Mohd Nadzri, later said that she had regained consciousness and was in stable condition.
The family hopes she can eventually be transferred to Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun in Ipoh or Hospital Teluk Intan for further treatment, subject to her medical condition and approval from doctors.
Police have yet to record her statement as investigators are giving her time to recover.
Three Victims Laid To Rest Together
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Firdaus and his two daughters were laid to rest together at the Kampung Air Hitam Labu Muslim Cemetery in Kampar, Perak, following the completion of their post-mortems.
Their remains arrived at the cemetery at around 10.30pm, where they were buried in a single grave at approximately 11pm.
Around 300 family members, friends and villagers gathered to pay their final respects.
For the family, the tragedy has left behind an unimaginable loss, particularly for Norhayati, who is now recovering after losing her husband and two daughters in the same incident.
As investigations continue, the family says its priority is simple: to understand exactly what happened and ensure justice is served for the three victims.
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The family wants the full circumstances of the crash to be explained.

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Family Seeks Justice After Father And 2 Daughters Killed In KL Immigration Lorry Crash

A 27-year-old Chinese national was taken to hospital after allegedly causing a disturbance at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1, where she was filmed shouting and behaving erratically.
The incident, which took place on Tuesday (18 August), went viral after a short video showing the woman shouting in Mandarin circulated on social media. In the footage, she could reportedly be heard asking whether Singapore and Japan would &ldquo;surrender&rdquo;, while also making remarks about Malaysia and China.
However, police have since confirmed that the woman was suspected to be mentally unwell and had reportedly forgotten to take medication prescribed by her doctor. She was subsequently admitted to the psychiatric ward at Hospital Kajang and is said to be in stable condition.
Woman Seen Shouting At KLIA Departure Hall
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The incident reportedly occurred at around 1.19pm at the International Departure Hall of KLIA Terminal 1, while the woman was waiting for a flight back to China.
According to KLIA District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner M Ravi Munusamy, the woman allegedly began shouting loudly, running, singing and dancing, disturbing other passengers in the area.
A 22-second video shared online appeared to show the woman standing barefoot in the terminal while speaking loudly in Mandarin.
In the video, she could reportedly be heard asking questions such as whether Singapore and Japan would &ldquo;surrender&rdquo;, while also demanding that people around her record or livestream the incident.
She was also heard making a disturbing statement suggesting that &ldquo;everyone dies together&rdquo; if she died in Malaysia.
The footage quickly attracted attention online, with many users speculating about the woman's identity and the reason behind her behaviour.
Man Tried To Take Her Phone 
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According to accounts accompanying the viral video, the woman had reportedly been livestreaming the incident on TikTok before a man believed to be her companion took her phone and attempted to lead her away.
Despite having her phone taken, she allegedly continued shouting and confronting people nearby.
Airport security personnel subsequently arrived and managed to calm the situation before taking her to the KLIA Terminal 1 police station for further action.
Some social media accounts claimed the disturbance lasted around 15 minutes, although these details came from witnesses and online posts rather than an official police timeline.
Police Say Woman Was Suspected To Be Mentally Unwell
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Following the incident, police provided further clarification on what happened to the woman.
Ravi said initial investigations found that she was a 27-year-old Chinese national who had arrived in Malaysia as a tourist with a friend on 6 August. She was scheduled to board a return flight to China on 18 August.
Her companion reportedly told police that the woman had forgotten to take medication prescribed by her doctor, which may have contributed to her behaviour. Police said she was suspected to be mentally unwell and was not believed to be under the influence of drugs.
She was later taken to Hospital Kajang, where she was admitted to the psychiatric ward for further treatment. Authorities said the woman was in stable condition and that the Chinese embassy had been informed of the incident.
Viral Claims About Her Motive Remain Unclear
While some social media posts described the incident as a political outburst against Malaysia, Singapore and Japan, police have not indicated that the woman's statements were connected to any organised political or state-sponsored activity.
Her exact motivation for making the remarks also remains unclear.
Earlier social media reports had suggested various details about the woman, including claims that she had been stranded in Malaysia for months or had entered a restricted area without a boarding pass. However, these claims are not supported by the latest police accounts and should therefore be treated with caution.
The confirmed information from police is that she was in the international departure area while waiting for her flight home and was later taken to hospital for psychiatric treatment.
Police Urge Public Not To Cause Disturbances At KLIA
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Ravi urged members of the public to avoid behaviour that could cause alarm or disrupt operations in public areas, particularly at KLIA Terminals 1 and 2.
The incident has since sparked widespread discussion online, with many social media users reacting to the woman's unusual behaviour and the statements captured in the viral footage.
However, with police confirming that the woman is receiving psychiatric treatment, the circumstances surrounding the incident appear to be more complex than the initial viral video suggested.
For now, the woman remains under medical care at Hospital Kajang, while authorities continue to handle the matter.
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Following the incident, the woman was taken to Hospital Kajang for further psychiatric treatment.

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