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Story summary
- Malaysia imposes a ban on e-waste imports, reclassifying e-waste as an 'absolute prohibition' to curb illegal recycling.
- Customs officers at Port Klang intercepted nearly 200 tonnes of electronic waste, including used printers and computer parts, from three US ports.
- The operation was prompted by a tip-off and targets traffickers who disguise illegal shipments.
- The intercepted containers are secured and awaiting return to the United States as officials enforce the new regulations.
