Malaysia Withdraws from Hosting 2026 Commonwealth Games

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Malaysia has decided not to accept the offer to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to the high cost. The government wants to focus on sports development and the welfare of the people.

Malaysia has decided against hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to the high cost. The government wants to focus on sports development and the welfare of the people. This decision follows the withdrawal of the Australian state of Victoria last year.

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