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Malaysia's tropical climate and UV exposure endanger irreplaceable artworks. The National Art Gallery is championing preventive conservation strategies and hosting a regional conference to develop locally-adapted methods rather than relying solely on Western approaches.
Malaysia's northern land border has become a gateway for foreign poachers targeting critically endangered Malayan tigers and other wildlife. Authorities report syndicates establish months-long operations in forest reserves, with single tigers fetching up to RM500,000 on the black market.
Indonesia's Forestry Ministry has arrested a suspected trafficker linked to an international pangolin smuggling operation, uncovering a sophisticated network exploiting the world's most trafficked mammals for Asian markets.
Penang is bidding to become the first state in Peninsular Malaysia to gain recognition under the East Asian-Australasian Flyway network by designating the Penaga mudflats as a protected stopover for migratory birds.