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First Foreigner Fined Under Malaysia's Anti-Littering Law

2/13/2026

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Mohamed Nuh Qurasaini Kayat became the first foreigner fined under Malaysia's anti-littering law and completed his Kuala Lumpur community service on February 13, 2026.
Kayat and three others cleaned near Dataran Merdeka while wearing “Community Service Order” vests.
Kayat urged visitors to follow local rules.
SWCorp reported that 11 other offenders were serving community service in various locations across Malaysia under a law that imposes fines up to RM2,000.

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Mohamed Nuh Qurasaini Kayat became the first foreigner fined under Malaysia's anti-littering law and completed his Kuala Lumpur community service on February 13, 2026.
Kayat and three others cleaned near Dataran Merdeka while wearing “Community Service Order” vests.
Kayat urged visitors to follow local rules.
SWCorp reported that 11 other offenders were serving community service in various locations across Malaysia under a law that imposes fines up to RM2,000.