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Malaysia's Election Commission will study a proposal to extend postal voting rights to auxiliary police officers guarding strategic assets and critical infrastructure, addressing operational and legal considerations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has assumed direct responsibility for addressing issues affecting Malaysia's Indian community, responding to mounting concerns raised by community members and representatives.
Malaysia's government is expanding Islamic education classes and religious outreach programmes tailored for Muslim Orang Asli communities, deploying community mobilisers and appointing local religious leaders to strengthen practice of Islamic teachings.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has directed federal ministers to resolve Malaysia's acute restaurant worker shortage within a month, signalling both urgency and caution on foreign labour imports.
Malaysia's Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development is reviewing the Child Act 2001 against 159 recommendations from the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child, targeting enhanced protection and better implementation of children's rights.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has praised singer-composer Faizal Tahir for creating 'Aku Berjanji', the official theme song for the 2026 National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations, highlighting its messages of national unity and togetherness.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the importance of strengthening FELDA to improve the welfare of settlers and their families, pledging continued government backing under the MADANI administration.
India's government is establishing a task force to overcome tax and regulatory obstacles preventing Formula One's return to the Buddh International Circuit near New Delhi by 2028, more than a decade after the race ceased in 2013.
The Department of Statistics Malaysia is intensifying preparations to bring the Statistics Bill 2026 into effect, coordinating with ministries and finalising implementation guidelines following the bill's parliamentary passage.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has prioritised artificial intelligence readiness and talent development in discussions with Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia, positioning professionals as essential partners in Malaysia's competitive strategy.
Malaysia's energy supply remains stable despite geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof assured, though global oil price volatility continues to pose economic challenges.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled a penalty-free e-invoice voluntary declaration initiative running until end-2027, coupled with accelerated tax incentives designed to ease compliance burdens on Malaysian micro, small and medium enterprises.
Malaysia will host the National Cyber Security Summit 2026 from July 7 to 9 at Putrajaya International Convention Centre, convening policymakers, industry leaders and cyber experts to advance the nation's digital security agenda.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to investigating allegations that petrol station operators suffered significant financial losses during the transition to Malaysia's targeted fuel subsidy programme for RON95 petrol and diesel.
Six Southeast Asian nations are simultaneously advancing digital infrastructure, from Indonesia's broadband expansion to Laos's cross-border postal integration and the Philippines' military modernization, reflecting the region's push toward connectivity and security.
Malaysia's government will monitor the BUDI Diesel programme through ground-level data collection and stakeholder input, with quotas adjusted based on actual usage patterns rather than predetermined targets, Finance Minister II Amir Hamzah announced.
Malaysia's decision to end support letters in entrepreneur financing approvals signals a structural shift away from political patronage, with experts warning that merit-based assessment is essential for economic competitiveness and optimal resource allocation.
Malaysia will mark its first-ever World Rural Development Day celebration tomorrow at Tun Abdul Razak Stadium in Jengka, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi officiating. The event emphasises rural innovation, digital transformation and entrepreneurship.
Malaysia has secured its MotoGP contract until 2031 following cabinet approval, positioning the country as a global motorsport hub while generating significant economic returns and nurturing local racing talent.
Malaysia's People's Income Initiative has improved the lives of 7,787 households since its launch, with some participants now earning monthly incomes exceeding RM2,000, marking significant progress in the government's poverty alleviation strategy.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed his commitment to restraint, declaring that no fresh development projects or electoral promises will be unveiled during the campaign period, marking a shift toward fiscal discipline.
Malaysia's Rahmah MADANI Sales Programme has held 15,881 events nationwide through June, covering all 600 state constituencies. The domestic trade ministry plans to expand to 30,000 events annually as a sustained cost-of-living relief measure.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that the government has not prohibited programmes in FELDA settlements, emphasizing that restrictions apply only to the use of government machinery for election campaigning rather than activities themselves.
Malaysia's music industry is pushing for government control of royalty collection and distribution, citing transparency concerns and billions in uncollected revenues. The proposal mirrors Indonesia's model.
Malaysia is rolling out 120 decisions to combat global supply chain disruptions, with 27 fully implemented and 93 underway. The government expects energy markets to stabilise by late 2026.
Indonesian authorities charged four people after an anti-government protest in Surabaya against fuel price hikes and a troubled free school meals programme linked to food poisoning incidents.
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Malaysia's National Unity Index has reached 0.701 in 2025, marking a moderately high level of social cohesion and exceeding 12th Malaysia Plan targets. The score reflects steady improvement from 0.567 in 2018 and 0.629 in 2022.