2005
| Currency Rate to USD | 3.787 |
| GDP Per Capita (USD) | 5555.58 |
| Population (millions) | 25.84 |
| Nasi Lemak Price | RM1.60 |
| Teh Tarik Price | RM1.20 |
| Urban Population Percentage | 66.6% |
Reformasi Era
For many Malaysians, Reformasi meant both frustration and hope. In 1998, when Anwar Ibrahim was sacked as Deputy Prime Minister, it wasn’t just political drama—it felt personal: people seeing corruption, cronyism, and authoritarian rule in everyday life felt exposed.
Nicol David wins World Open squash championship 2005
Malaysian squash prodigy Nicol David claimed her first Women's World Open Squash Championship title in Hong Kong, defeating Australia's Rachael Grinham in the final on December 4, 2005.
Raids on Sky Kingdom Sect Headquarters, 2005
In 2005, Malaysian authorities conducted raids on the Sky Kingdom sect's headquarters in Terengganu, resulting in arrests, the demolition of the commune, and the exile of its leader, Ayah Pin, amid ongoing debates over religious freedom and sharia law enforcement.
Introduction of Malaysia's National Biofuel Policy 2005
In August 2005, Malaysia launched the National Biofuel Policy (NBP) to integrate palm oil-derived biofuels into its energy mix, addressing energy security and leveraging the palm oil industry as part of the Five Fuel Diversification Strategy.
State of emergency declared due to 2005 Malaysian haze
In August 2005, severe haze from Indonesian fires led to a state of emergency in parts of Malaysia, marking one of the worst air pollution crises since 1997, with significant health, economic, and diplomatic impacts.
Selangor Declared Malaysia's First Developed State
On 27 August 2005, the Selangor state government declared the state as Malaysia's first developed state, recognizing its advanced economic, infrastructural, and social progress in line with the national Vision 2020 goals.
Declaration of Kota Bharu as Malaysia's First Islamic City
On October 1, 2005, Sultan Ismail Petra declared Kota Bharu, the capital of Kelantan, as Malaysia's first Islamic City during a grand ceremony, aligning urban development and governance with Islamic principles under the state's PAS-led administration.
Death of Endon Mahmood
Endon Mahmood, the wife of Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, passed away on 20 October 2005 at the age of 64 after a prolonged battle with breast cancer.
Killing of Azahari Husin
Azahari Husin, a Malaysian bomb-making expert and key figure in the Jemaah Islamiyah terrorist network, was killed during a police raid by Indonesia's Detachment 88 on 9 November 2005 in Batu, East Java, disrupting the group's operational capabilities.
Inaugural Monsoon Cup Regatta 2005
The Inaugural Monsoon Cup in 2005 was Malaysia's first major international yachting event, held in Terengganu during the monsoon season, integrating into the Swedish Match Tour and won by Australian skipper Peter Gilmour, boosting local economy and sailing profile.
11th ASEAN Summit and Inaugural East Asia Summit, Kuala Lumpur, 2005
The 11th ASEAN Summit and the inaugural East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in December 2005, gathered leaders from ASEAN nations and key partners to address economic integration, security challenges, and public health threats, marking a significant step in regional multilateralism.
