# Zahid: Malaysia reaffirms commitment to assist Indonesia in tackling transboundary haze

> Malaysia pledges aid for Indonesia as haze crisis worsens.
- Title: Zahid: Malaysia reaffirms commitment to assist Indonesia in…
- Summary: Malaysia pledges aid for Indonesia as haze crisis worsens. Malaysia reaffirms support for Indonesia in managing transboundary haze despite operational…
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- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/25/zahid-malaysia-reaffirms-commitment-to-assist-indonesia-in-tackling-transboundary-haze/240515
- Published: 2026-10-25T12:22:51+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: malaysia, indonesia, transboundary haze, zahid, cloud-seeding, cabinet meeting, news, world
## Malaysia reaffirms haze assistance
Malaysia remains committed to assisting Indonesia with transboundary haze through coordinated action.

> We cannot be pushed around
## Indonesia deploys 16,000 personnel
Indonesia has deployed over 16,000 personnel and aircraft for haze operations.
## Aerial operations face challenges
Poor visibility and unsuitable cloud conditions hinder cloud-seeding efforts.
## Bilateral communication ongoing
Malaysia and Indonesia maintain high-level talks to address haze impacts.
## Bagan Datuk Run event
The Bagan Datuk 2026 Sultan Nazrin Shah Bridge Run attracted 1,700 international participants.
## Event participation breakdown
5km run had 759 participants (44.6%), 21km had 575 (33.8%), 10km had 366 (21.5%).
## Key takeaway

Malaysia reaffirms support for Indonesia in managing transboundary haze despite operational challenges.