Malaysia seeks return of elephants sent to Osaka due to climate and welfare concerns
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 23:08 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
The Malaysian government has called for the return of three elephants sent to Osaka from Zoo Taiping and Night Safari, citing Japan’s unsuitable climate and concerns over one elephant’s injury.
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