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The Star
5 days ago
- The Star
Immigration nabs 32 foreigners in raid on 'Mini Pakistan' near Ayer Hitam
AYER HITAM: Thirty-two foreigners were detained in a raid conducted by the Johor Immigration Department at a place dubbed 'Mini Pakistan' in Ayer Hitam town near here. Johor Immigration director Datuk Mohd Rusdi Mohd Darus said the raid was carried out following complaints from the public and intelligence gathering. He said the operation codenamed Ops Belanja, Ops Selera, Ops Sapu and Ops Kutip was held on Wednesday (Aug 6) starting from 2.25pm. 'We also detained three local men who are the business owners and supervisors of the detained foreigners," Mohd Rusdi said in a statement. He said the foreigners were 20 Pakistani males, nine Bangladeshi men, an Indonesia man and two Indonesian women adding all detainees including three local men aged between 20 and 54. Mohd Rusdi said the illegal foreign workers have committed offences under the Regulation 39(b) of the Immigration Regulations 1963, Section 6(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 (Act 155) and Section 15(1)(c) of the Immigration Act 1959/63 (Act 155). 'We will continue to work closely with other enforcement agencies to eradicate the influx of illegal immigrants in the state," he said. Mohd Rusdi said Johor Immigration will not compromise and will take stern actions against employers and business owners for employing illegal foreign workers.
Daily Express
11-07-2025
- Daily Express
35 undocumented migrants held in Inanam, Luyang immigration sweep
Published on: Friday, July 11, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 11, 2025 Text Size: Some of the detainees. KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Immigration Department detained 35 undocumented migrants during a series of enforcement operations in Inanam and Luyang between Thursday and Friday. The operations, led by 38 enforcement officers from the Kota Kinabalu division, took place from 11am until 12.30am and targeted residential areas, business premises, and known gathering spots for foreign nationals. Acting on public tip-offs and prior surveillance, officers launched five operations - Ops Mahir, Ops Kutip, Ops Selera, Ops Belanja, and Ops Sapu - across multiple locations. Those detained include 17 Chinese nationals (16 men and one woman), six Pakistani men, and 12 Filipinos (10 men and two women), suspected of various immigration offences. Offences cited include staying without valid documents, overstaying visas, and breaching permit conditions under the Immigration Act 1959/63 and related regulations. All detainees have been transferred to the Kota Kinabalu Immigration Depot for documentation and further investigation. The department has reaffirmed its commitment to consistent enforcement and called on the public to report suspected undocumented migrants or employers hiring them. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
New Straits Times
15-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Kelantan's 'Mini Dhaka' raises concerns over foreign business dominance, overcrowding
KOTA BARU: An area in Kelantan, often dubbed "Mini Dhaka" by locals due to its high concentration of Bangladeshi and Pakistani migrant workers, has come under scrutiny amid growing concerns over overcrowding and the proliferation of foreign-run businesses. The term, initially used to describe a cluster of densely populated rental homes, is now increasingly associated with parts of Jalan Dato' Pati and Jalan Doktor, where foreign nationals are said to be taking over local business premises. According to local sources, many of these foreign entrepreneurs, primarily from Bangladesh and Pakistan, began opening grocery shops and restaurants after marrying local women and settling in the state. The trend, they said, picked up pace after the Covid-19 pandemic hit the country. "These areas are slowly transforming into a foreign commercial hub. They've opened shops, eateries and mini markets. On weekdays, it's relatively quiet, but come weekends, especially on Fridays, the place is packed," said a trader operating nearby. He added that most of the customers are fellow foreign workers, many of whom are employed as general labourers or plantation workers across Kelantan. "There's a noticeable shift. Local businesses are being edged out, and the clientele is mostly made up of foreign nationals," the trader said. Long-time residents and local business operators have voiced concerns over the impact on local commerce and social balance. Meanwhile, a spokesman from the local municipal council said the authorities are aware of the issue and are working with enforcement agencies to ensure proper documentation, business licensing and compliance with health regulations. He said regular inspections are being planned to monitor business operations in the affected areas. "The municipal council and relevant enforcement agencies are aware of public concerns, and action will be taken where necessary. "It is important to ensure business regulations are adhered to and that the community remains balanced and secure," he added. In January last year, four children were among nearly 300 undocumented foreigners detained during a special operation codenamed "Ops Kutip" in the town area. The operation, conducted in what is now referred to as Kelantan's "Mini Dhaka", was a joint effort involving the Immigration Department, police, and the Kota Baru Municipal Council.
The Sun
05-05-2025
- The Sun
61 illegal immigrants nabbed in Penang
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Immigration Department detained 61 undocumented migrants, including 20 women, during Ops Kutip operations at two separate locations yesterday. State Immigration director Nur Zulfa Ibrahim said the operation was conducted on the second floor of the Komtar complex here and the first floor of the Penang Sentral Bus Terminal in Butterworth. 'A total of 226 foreigners were inspected during the operation, and we arrested 41 men and 20 women, aged 20 to 50, for various offences under the Immigration Act. 'Those arrested included 35 men and 13 women from Myanmar, seven Indonesian women, five Bangladeshi men, and one Pakistani man,' she said when contacted by Bernama today. She added that the operation would continue periodically as part of efforts to combat the presence of iullegal immigrants in Penang.
New Straits Times
05-05-2025
- New Straits Times
61 illegal immigrants nabbed in Penang
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Immigration Department detained 61 undocumented migrants, including 20 women, during Ops Kutip operations at two separate locations yesterday. State Immigration director Nur Zulfa Ibrahim said the operation was conducted on the second floor of the Komtar complex here and the first floor of the Penang Sentral Bus Terminal in Butterworth. "A total of 226 foreigners were inspected during the operation, and we arrested 41 men and 20 women, aged 20 to 50, for various offences under the Immigration Act. "Those arrested included 35 men and 13 women from Myanmar, seven Indonesian women, five Bangladeshi men, and one Pakistani man," she said when contacted by Bernama today. She added that the operation would continue periodically as part of efforts to combat the presence of illegal immigrants in Penang. – BERNAMA
