Sarawak

A Malaysian man has been sentenced to six years and one month in jail, plus a fine, for helping a Sarawak-based syndicate operate in Singapore. He accessed 17 Singapore bank accounts used as money mules in an approximately S$4 million fraud scheme and facilitated work permits for syndicate members. Singapore media are covering the sentence as a significant action against cross-border money mule networks.

Estate agents in Sarawak, Malaysia, are being urged to actively promote a state housing scheme aimed at first-time homebuyers. The call highlights concerns that eligible buyers may be missing out on available support, and that agents have a key role in raising awareness of the programme among prospective homeowners across the state.