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Economy · Global Economy

Malaysia’s Position in the World Economy

Electrical and electronic products made up nearly half of Malaysia's exports in July 2026, with a 51% year-on-year surge in the sector.

Botakoz UnbayevaSeptember 8, 2026

Defense · Defense Policy Strategy

Malaysia Rises as a Regional Defence Power

Global Firepower ranks Malaysia 42nd, with a naval force of about 100 assets including 2 submarines, and a defence budget of $5.1 billion.

Alvara MerrickSeptember 8, 2026

Travel · Culture Heritage

Malaysia: Culture, Quality and Value

With Visit Malaysia 2026 approaching, the country is leveraging its multicultural heritage and cost advantages to attract European travellers seeking value without compromising on experience.

Botakoz UnbayevaSeptember 8, 2026

Psychology · Clinical Psychology

Active Inference: A New Theoretical Framework for Understanding Human Behaviour

Active inference offers a new theoretical framework for understanding human behaviour by connecting prediction, perception, learning and action.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 8, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Canada and Australia Reaffirm Support for Afghan People, Condemn Taliban Repression

Canada and Australia have reaffirmed their strong support for the people of Afghanistan, five years after the Taliban takeover of Kabul, while condemning continued human rights violations and restrictions on fundamental freedoms.

EUReflect NewsSeptember 7, 2026

Health · Health Policy Systems

Work Programmes Support Reentry

The U.S. is using prison employment and vocational training to help incarcerated people develop skills for successful reentry.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 7, 2026

Health · Health Policy Systems

Evidence-Based Rehabilitation Expands in U.S. Prisons

The U.S. is expanding evidence-based rehabilitation programmes designed to prepare incarcerated people for successful reentry and reduce recidivism.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 7, 2026

Politics · International Relations

Celebration of Malaysia’s 69th National Day

On 7 September 2026, the Embassy of Malaysia in Belgium hosted a diplomatic reception in the Grand Ballroom of The Hotel, Boulevard de Waterloo 38, 1000 Brussels, to mark the 69th anniversary of Malaysia’s independence. Far from being a mere ceremonial protocol, the event served as a strategic platform to present Kuala Lumpur’s political, economic, and diplomatic vision to its European partners. Before an audience of diplomats, Belgian authorities, and European institutional representatives, H.E. Dato’ Mohd Khalid Abbasi Abdul Razak delivered a speech that went well beyond commemoration to outline the contours of a confident and forward-looking Malaysian diplomacy.

Akın KarataşSeptember 7, 2026

Health · Health Policy Systems

U.S. Expands Prison Reentry

The U.S. Bureau of Prisons is expanding minimum-security placements to help eligible inmates prepare for a gradual return to society.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 7, 2026

Health · Health Policy Systems

Singapore’s Learning Prison

Singapore’s Learning Prison model uses education, skills training and personal planning to prepare inmates for life after release.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 7, 2026

Health · Health Policy Systems

Singapore Strengthens Reintegration Network

Singapore is strengthening collaboration between government agencies, social services and community groups to support rehabilitation and reintegration.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 7, 2026

Health · Health Policy Systems

Singapore Expands Community Rehabilitation

Singapore is helping inmates gradually return to society through structured community-based rehabilitation programmes.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 7, 2026

Health · Medical Science Research

Singapore’s Throughcare Model: Rethinking Rehabilitation Beyond Prison

Singapore’s throughcare model connects prison rehabilitation with post-release support, focusing on reintegration, desistance and reducing re-offending.

Ipek TuncerSeptember 7, 2026

Energy · Global Energy Policy

Amid financial difficulties, Rosatom has signed a contract to build Kazakhstan’s Balkhash Nuclear Power Plant (NPP).

The EPC contract covers two VVER-1200 units with a combined 2,400 MW capacity, with construction slated to begin in 2027 and commissioning in the mid-2030s.

Shohjahon MajidovSeptember 7, 2026

Conferences Events Festivals · International

Soft Power on Horseback in Kronenberg

The first European World Akhal-Teke Championship in Kronenberg (4–6 September 2026) combined sport, culture and high-level diplomacy, positioning Turkmenistan’s legendary “heavenly horses” as a bridge between Central Asia and Europe.

Akın KarataşSeptember 7, 2026

Sport · Other Sports

Türkiye Retains European Women’s Volleyball Crown

Türkiye came from behind twice to beat Italy 3-2 in a thrilling final at Istanbul's Sinan Erdem Sports Hall, with Melissa Vargas scoring 28 points.

Botakoz UnbayevaSeptember 6, 2026

Conferences Events Festivals · International

The Opening Ceremony of the Akhal-Teke World Championship

An international conference in the Netherlands brought together diplomats, scientists and equestrian experts to open the 2026 Akhal-Teke World Championship.

Dmytro MelnykSeptember 6, 2026

Conferences Events Festivals · International

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Visits the Kingdom of the Netherlands for the World Championship of Akhal-Teke Horse Beauty

The Golden Horse Comes to Europe: Turkmenistan and the Netherlands Celebrate the Akhal-Teke at a Landmark World Championship

Derya SoysalSeptember 6, 2026

Sport · Other Sports

Global Sports Media Giants

ESPN's fiscal 2025 revenue of $17.67 billion and operating income of $2.88 billion underscore its financial dominance in sports broadcasting.

Botakoz UnbayevaSeptember 6, 2026

Economy · Investment Entrepreneurship

Türkiye Strengthens Its Agricultural Bridge to Europe

EU agri-food imports hit €188.6bn in 2025, and Türkiye's proximity offers a logistical edge over distant suppliers.

Zhansaya NurlanovnaSeptember 6, 2026

Technology · Artificial Intelligence Ai

Netherlands Accelerates Agricultural Technology

The 2026–2030 Coalition Agreement prioritizes AI, drones, and robotics, signaling a shift toward knowledge-intensive agriculture.

Zhansaya NurlanovnaSeptember 6, 2026

Sport · Other Sports

Türkiye’s Women’s National Volleyball Team One Step Away from the Trophy Again

The Sultans of the Net swept Serbia 3–0 in the semi-final at Istanbul's Sinan Erdem Sports Hall, setting up a title clash on Sunday against Italy or Poland.

Botakoz UnbayevaSeptember 5, 2026

Economy · Global Economy

China Moves Closer to Europe Through Egypt

Chinese investment in Egypt's Suez Canal corridor is bringing manufacturing and logistics closer to Europe's southern frontier, with bilateral trade reaching $20.7 billion in 2025.

Alvara MerrickSeptember 5, 2026

Defense · Defense Policy Strategy

India Builds an AI-Powered Military

The new Centre of Excellence at BEL will focus on integrating AI into real-time decision-making, autonomous systems, and cyber defence, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

Alvara MerrickSeptember 5, 2026

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