2012

On 9 January 2012, Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim was acquitted by the High Court in Kuala Lumpur in a sodomy trial that had been widely regarded as politically motivated, marking a significant moment in the country's contentious political landscape ahead of the 2013 general election.

The installation of Tuanku Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah as the 14th Yang di-Pertuan Agong on 11 April 2012 marked a historic milestone, as he became the first and only individual to hold the office twice, at the age of 84, in Malaysia's rotational constitutional monarchy.

The launch of the Proton Prevé on 16 April 2012 marked a significant revival for Proton Holdings, introducing a compact sedan with enhanced safety, quality, and global aspirations, achieving five-star crash test ratings and boosting domestic and international sales.

The Bersih 3.0 rally on 28 April 2012 in Kuala Lumpur and other Malaysian cities was the third major demonstration by the Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections, advocating for electoral reforms ahead of the 13th general election.

The launch of the Pengerang Integrated Petroleum Complex (PIPC) on 13 May 2012 marked a major step in Malaysia's strategy to enhance its petrochemical industry, involving a US$27 billion investment by Petronas to create an integrated refining and production hub in Johor.

In 2012, Malaysia Airlines received its first Airbus A380 superjumbo aircraft, a landmark event that modernized the airline's fleet and positioned Malaysia as a key player in global aviation, though the aircraft's service was later curtailed due to economic challenges.

Malaysian badminton player Lee Chong Wei secured a silver medal in the men's singles event at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, reaching the final but losing to China's Lin Dan in a closely contested match on August 5, 2012.

Pandelela Rinong made history by winning bronze in the women's 10m platform diving at the 2012 London Olympics, becoming the first Malaysian woman to earn an Olympic medal and diversifying the nation's sporting achievements beyond badminton.

The opening of Legoland Malaysia Resort on 15 September 2012, with official inauguration on 22 September, marked the launch of Asia's first Legoland theme park in Johor, Malaysia, enhancing tourism and economic diversification in the region.

The Signing of the Framework Agreement on the Bangsamoro on October 15, 2012, represented a major breakthrough in the Moro conflict in the southern Philippines, outlining a path to autonomy for the Moro people and marking a significant diplomatic achievement facilitated by Malaysia.