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Former PM Abe helped reshape Japan's foreign and defence policy - Ex-diplomat
As Japan honoured former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Tuesday, an ex-Japanese diplomat reflected on Abe's accomplishments in beefing up Japan's defence and stabilising the security in East Asia.
Sat Oct 01 2022
![Pakistan beefs up ex-PM Imran Khan's security over murder plot Pakistan beefs up ex-PM Imran Khan's security over murder plot](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-05/71652701476_TBImranKhan.jpg)
Pakistan beefs up ex-PM Imran Khan's security over murder plot
The Pakistan government is beefing up former prime minister Imran Khan's security after he publicly said there was a plot to assassinate him.
Mon May 16 2022
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Govt beefs up healthcare by another RM200 mln, but rakyat's efforts also key to break infection
Tengku Zafrul today assured that the government is beefing up the country's healthcare needs with the latest funding of RM200 million, but Malaysians' collective efforts are also critical.
Sat May 22 2021
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Thailand tightens border control to prevent import of COVID-19
Thailand is beefing up security along its borders with Malaysia and Myanmar to prevent illegal crossing and the potential import of COVID-19 cases.
Sat Oct 10 2020
![Malaysia Airports beefing up efforts to 'welcome' SEA Games athletes Malaysia Airports beefing up efforts to 'welcome' SEA Games athletes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-07/81469686257_MAHBMalaysiaAirpo.jpg)
Malaysia Airports beefing up efforts to 'welcome' SEA Games athletes
The Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB) is preparing to create the best first impression for athletes and officials visiting the country for the 29th SEA Games in August.
Fri May 12 2017
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Police to step up security surveillance over IS threat
Police are beefing up security at all key assets of the country following calls by the IS militant group for its followers to carry out attacks on several countries, including Malaysia.
Sat Sep 12 2015