2019
| Currency Rate to USD | 4.142 |
| GDP Per Capita (USD) | 10920.19 |
| Population (millions) | 33.44 |
| Nasi Lemak Price | RM2.80 |
| Teh Tarik Price | RM1.95 |
| Urban Population Percentage | 76.6% |
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.
Abdication of Sultan Muhammad V
Sultan Muhammad V of Kelantan abdicated as the 15th Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia on 6 January 2019, marking the first voluntary mid-term resignation in the nation's history, amid controversy over his private marriage.
Election of Al-Sultan Abdullah as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong
The election of Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong on 24 January 2019 marked a significant transition in Malaysia's constitutional monarchy, following the unprecedented abdication of his predecessor and amid political changes after the 2018 general election.
Charging of Najib Razak with Money Laundering (2019 Trial Commencement)
The 2019 trial of former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak on money laundering charges related to the 1MDB scandal marked a crucial step in Malaysia's efforts to address high-level corruption following the 2018 election upheaval.
Tablings of the FELDA White Paper 2019
The tabling of the FELDA White Paper on 10 April 2019 in the Malaysian Parliament revealed significant financial mismanagement and irregularities within the Federal Land Development Authority, prompting investigations, government interventions, and reforms to support rural settler communities.
2019 Rantau By-Election
The 2019 Rantau by-election was a significant political contest in Malaysia following the 2018 regime change, testing the new Pakatan Harapan government's hold and Barisan Nasional's recovery efforts in a UMNO stronghold.
Death of Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang
Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang, a long-serving monarch and former Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia, passed away on 22 May 2019 at the age of 88, following his abdication earlier that year due to health concerns.
Retirement of Lee Chong Wei
On 13 June 2019, Lee Chong Wei, Malaysia's badminton legend, announced his retirement from international competition after a 19-year career marked by three Olympic silvers, a record 349 weeks at world No.
Launch of the Shared Prosperity Vision 2030
The Shared Prosperity Vision 2030 (SPV 2030) was officially launched on 5 October 2019 in Kuala Lumpur by Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, marking a key initiative to promote inclusive economic growth, reduce socioeconomic disparities, and achieve high-income status for Malaysia by 2030.
2019 Tanjung Piai By-Election
The 2019 Tanjung Piai by-election, held on 16 November 2019, was a significant defeat for the Pakatan Harapan coalition, foreshadowing its collapse and highlighting ethnic and political tensions in Malaysia.
Kuala Lumpur Summit 2019
The 2019 Kuala Lumpur Summit, held from December 18 to 21 in Malaysia, gathered leaders from 56 countries to discuss how development fosters national sovereignty, particularly for Muslim-majority nations, promoting dialogue and cooperation amid global challenges.
