The Star2001-09-18KUALA LUMPUR: An ancient shipwreck, possibly dating back to the 19th century, was discovered near the Desaru beach in Johor recently. The wreck, believed to be that of a Chinese trading vessel, held many ceramics and pottery when it was found in late May by the Nanhai Marine Archaeology Sdn. Museums and Antiquities Department director general Datuk Kamarul Baharin Buyong said although it was found by a private company, the wreck belongs to the Government. “Anything that is found on the land or waters of Malaysia will automatically become the sole property of the government,” he said when announcing tthe discovery at the National...