PETALING JAYA: An attempt by a foreign man to smuggle foreign currencies worth RM2.4mil was foiled when he was arrested by the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), following an inspection operation at the Terminal 1 arrival hall on Friday (Feb 6). “Further inspection uncovered various foreign currencies concealed in packages of new clothing,” it said in a statement on Saturday (Feb 7). AKPS added that the foreign currencies were found in three separate pieces of luggage. AKPS said the case is being investigated under Section 28 of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (Act 613). “AKPS KLIA reiterates its continued commitment to strengthening border security controls and combating all forms of smuggling and cross-border crime at the country’s entry points,” it said.

Source: The Star February 07, 2026 09:10 UTC