Over 56,000 Malaysians renounce citizenship past 10 years

By MARTIN CARVALHO

- Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of 56,576 Malaysians renounced their citizenship over the past decade with over 90 per cent of them from the Chinese community.

Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi (pic) said since 2006 up to April this year, 49,864 Malaysian Chinese gave up their citizenship.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Malaysians , renounce , citizenship

Next In Nation
Zara Qairina inquest: School's teachers afraid to go out in public, court told
Malaysia, Singapore to raise cross-border taxi quota
PM Anwar to seek party chiefs' views on Cabinet replacements
PMO: Composition of Sabah Cabinet shows political maturity
Pahang Sultan, Tengku Ampuan extend condolences over Bung Moktar's passing
Rancakkan Madani reflects govt's commitment to transparency, says PM’s aide
Drug syndicate busted with RM13.8mil haul, six arrested
Kuching to host first Borneo International Textile Festival with royal patronage
Takiyuddin to be referred to Parliament's Rights and Privileges over MMEA remarks, says Azalina
Bung Moktar laid to rest in Kg Likas cemetery after Friday prayers

Trending in News

Others Also Read

Load more

Copyright © 1995- Star Media Group Berhad [197101000523 (10894-D)]

Best viewed on Chrome browsers.