Day: April 20, 2026

Malaysia's growing microplastics crisis is largely self-inflicted, driven by domestic waste, weak recycling practices and everyday plastic use, said experts. Universiti Sains Malaysia marine scientist Professor Datuk Dr Aileen Tan said the issue was no longer a future risk, but an ongoing environmental crisis affecting marine ecosystems and seafood. "The key point is that we are not anticipating...

Malaysians are in danger of ingesting up to 2,016 microplastic particles a year through fish consumption, with higher exposure among coastal communities, said the Fisheries Department. Fish is a key pathway for human exposure to microplastics, particularly in countries with high seafood intake such as Malaysia, where they are an important source of protein. Fisheries Department director-general...