Day: July 6, 2026

Datuk Wira Dr. Asyraf Wajdi Continues BN Campaign Trail In Bukit Pasir, Pagoh

PAGOH, Johor – Datuk Wira Dr. Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, Chairman of the UMNO Malaysia Secretariat, continued his 9th day of the Johor State Election campaign tour by attending a meeting with party machinery and local residents at the Barisan Nasional Operations Room for the Bukit Pasir state constituency in Pagoh yesterday afternoon. During the session, he stressed the importance of intensifying campaign efforts as polling day draws nearer, including house-to-house outreach to ensure that the party’s message and agenda are effectively delivered to voters. He said that UMNO’s tradition has always been to serve the people at all times, not only during election periods, but consistently in its efforts to safeguard the welfare of the community. Commenting on the performance of the current representative, he noted that Ir. Ts. Fazli Salleh has demonstrated commitment and capability throughout his term as a Johor State Executive Councillor, with a commendable service record in developing the constituency and ensuring the well-being of the people. He therefore urged all campaign machinery to further strengthen their efforts in the final phase of the campaign to secure victory for the candidate in Bukit Pasir, and to help Barisan Nasional achieve success in Johor, in order to continue the state’s development and prosperity agenda. -- MINUTESMY

PAGOH, Johor – Datuk Wira Dr. Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki, Chairman of the UMNO Malaysia Secretariat, continued his 9th day of the Johor State Election campaign tour by attending a meeting with party machinery and local residents at the Barisan Nasional Operations Room for the Bukit Pasir state constituency in Pagoh yesterday afternoon. During the session, […]

BN Reaches Out to Voters Across Communities in Johor Campaign Effort

JOHOR BAHRU, July 6 -- Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said he has joined the Barisan Nasional (BN) Federal Territories machinery to assist the coalition’s campaign efforts in Johor by engaging with various communities on the ground yesterday. The outreach programme included meetings with Chinese and Indian communities, small traders, industry players, and representatives from the Iskandar Puteri Chinese Chamber of Commerce (IPCCC). The discussions focused on economic issues, business concerns, and challenges faced by local small traders and industry stakeholders. The campaign activities involved several state constituencies, namely: Kota Iskandar DUN: Pandak Ahmad Perling DUN: Pannir Selvam Puteri Wangsa DUN: Teow Chia Ling Johari said the ground engagement was aimed at explaining BN’s policies and commitments in strengthening political stability, economic development, and Johor’s progress for all communities. He added that grassroots support and a clear understanding of local issues are essential to ensure continued and effective development in the state. The campaign is part of preparations for the upcoming state election in Johor. -- MINUTESMY              

JOHOR BAHRU, July 6 — Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani said he has joined the Barisan Nasional (BN) Federal Territories machinery to assist the coalition’s campaign efforts in Johor by engaging with various communities on the ground yesterday. The outreach programme included meetings with Chinese and Indian communities, small traders, industry players, and representatives from […]

Police arrest five individuals to assist in investigation into beating, rioting case

MELAKA , July 6 --  Five men have been arrested to assist in investigations into a riot that resulted in serious injuries to two men in Jalan Pengkalan, Kampung Pengkalan Rama Pantai, here early Sunday morning. Acting Central Melaka District Police Chief Supt Halim Abas said his department received information about a fight involving a group of men at the location via the MERS 999 emergency line at 1.48 am.  "Initial investigations found that the incident occurred at about 1 am when two men, aged 41 and 46, riding a motorcycle allegedly stopped in an area near a temple to pick up a motorcycle that had been abandoned at the location. "While in the area, they were believed to have been attacked by a group of men using plastic chairs, helmets and a stick, causing one victim to suffer lacerations to his forehead and chin, while another suffered a fractured skull," he said in a statement yesterday. He said both victims were sent to the Melaka Hospital for further treatment and one of them was placed in the Red Zone. Halim said acting on information, five men aged between 23 and 34 were successfully arrested on the same day to assist in the investigation. "Initial checks found that two of the suspects have past criminal records, while the other three have no criminal records. All suspects have been remanded for six days starting today to assist in the investigation," he said. He said the case was being investigated under Section 326 of the Penal Code for intentionally causing serious injury using a weapon or dangerous instrument and Section 148 of the Penal Code for rioting using a weapon. -- BERNAMA 

MELAKA , 6 July —  Five men have been arrested to assist in investigations into a riot that resulted in serious injuries to two men in Jalan Pengkalan, Kampung Pengkalan Rama Pantai, here early Sunday morning. Acting Central Melaka District Police Chief Supt Halim Abas said his department received information about a fight involving a […]

Year 4 Learning Matrix For Early Intervention, Not Pupil Or School Ranking

PUTRAJAYA, July 6  -- The Year 4 Learning Matrix 2026, scheduled to be held from Oct 6 to 8, will be used to identify pupils' learning needs and facilitate early intervention, and not to compare achievements between pupils or schools, according to the Education Ministry's Examinations Board (LP). LP director Ab Aziz Mamat said the assessment would be implemented based on the concept of assessment for learning, enabling teachers, schools and parents to identify pupils' mastery levels and learning gaps before they progress to secondary education. "When we assess a pupil in Year 4, we have the opportunity and space to assist them when they enter Year 5 and subsequently Year 6. The data obtained can be used by schools to plan and implement appropriate interventions for pupils who require additional support," he told Bernama. He said the results would serve as a diagnostic tool to help teachers identify pupils' strengths and weaknesses and plan appropriate interventions. "Our goal is that the results will not be used to compare the achievement of one pupil with another, or one school with another. "The data obtained is for intervention at the pupil and school levels, not for ranking schools or comparing their performance," he said. Ab Aziz said the findings would also help the ministry identify learning gaps at the national level and evaluate the effectiveness of the education ecosystem to support evidence-based policymaking. He said the assessment could help detect learning gaps at an early stage, including between urban and rural schools or within specific localities, while ensuring pupils receive support according to their needs and potential. "If a pupil is identified as requiring more comprehensive intervention, the school and teachers must ensure the weaknesses are addressed before the pupil enters secondary school," he said. Ab Aziz said the Year 4 Learning Matrix was introduced after the ministry considered feedback from teachers, parents and other stakeholders on the need for a standardised mechanism to assess pupils' mastery levels. He said the ministry had also taken note of concerns regarding pupils' readiness upon entering secondary school, including instances where primary and secondary school educators blamed one another for learning deficiencies. "We ultimately decided not to reinstate the Ujian Penilaian Sekolah Rendah (UPSR) or Pentaksiran Tingkatan 3 (PT3). Instead, our focus is on developing the competencies of every pupil within the education system. "That is why, through the Malaysia Education Blueprint 2026-2035, we are introducing the Year 4 and Form 3 Learning Matrix to address past weaknesses and better prepare future generations for increasingly complex global challenges," he said. -- BERNAMA 

PUTRAJAYA, July 6  — The Year 4 Learning Matrix 2026, scheduled to be held from Oct 6 to 8, will be used to identify pupils’ learning needs and facilitate early intervention, and not to compare achievements between pupils or schools, according to the Education Ministry’s Examinations Board (LP). LP director Ab Aziz Mamat said the […]

PM Anwar Ibrahim Calls on Serom Voters to Give Pakatan Harapan a Strong Mandate

JOHOR, JULY 6 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged voters in Serom to give Pakatan Harapan a clear mandate in the upcoming Johor State Election to ensure the state's development agenda continues in a more organised, effective and people-centred manner yesterday. Speaking at the conclusion of his campaign programme in Johor, Anwar said the election is not merely about choosing a political party or individual candidate but about determining the future direction of Johor for the years ahead. He stressed that the decision made by voters on polling day would shape the state's political stability, economic growth and the quality of life for future generations. "Johor's future depends on the choices made today. This election is about building a stable government that can strengthen the economy, increase investor confidence, create more quality job opportunities and ensure the well-being of all citizens," he said. Anwar added that a strong mandate for Pakatan Harapan would enable the government to continue implementing policies that benefit the people while driving sustainable development across the state. He also called on voters to support Pakatan Harapan on polling day, expressing confidence that a stable and responsible administration would enable Johor to continue moving forward and deliver greater prosperity for all. The Johor State Election is scheduled to take place on 11 July, with political parties making their final appeals to voters ahead of polling day. -- MINUTESMY

JOHOR, JULY 6 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged voters in Serom to give Pakatan Harapan a clear mandate in the upcoming Johor State Election to ensure the state’s development agenda continues in a more organised, effective and people-centred manner yesterday. Speaking at the conclusion of his campaign programme in Johor, Anwar […]

PM Anwar Ibrahim Says Political Stability Key to Johor’s Continued Growth

JOHOR, JULY 6 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday said Johor possesses all the necessary strengths to remain one of Malaysia's most developed states and continue serving as a key driver of the nation's economic growth. Speaking during the Johor State Election campaign, Anwar stressed that sustained progress depends on political stability, good governance, integrity and a government committed to serving the interests of the people. He said Johor's future should be guided by effective administration and long-term development rather than prolonged political disputes that could hinder the state's progress. "Johor has all the prerequisites to continue as a developed state and become a catalyst for Malaysia's economic growth. What is needed is political stability, wise administration, integrity and the determination to continue working for the people," he said. Anwar added that a strong mandate for Pakatan Harapan would enable the government to continue implementing its development agenda, strengthen the state's economy and ensure that prosperity is shared by all Malaysians. He also called on voters to support Pakatan Harapan in the upcoming Johor State Election, expressing confidence that a stable government would allow Johor to move forward with greater economic opportunities and inclusive development for its people. The Johor State Election will be held on 11 July, with political parties intensifying their campaigns across the state ahead of polling day. -- MINUTESMY

JOHOR, JULY 6 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim yesterday said Johor possesses all the necessary strengths to remain one of Malaysia’s most developed states and continue serving as a key driver of the nation’s economic growth. Speaking during the Johor State Election campaign, Anwar stressed that sustained progress depends on political stability, good […]

Xiaohongshu Business Partners with Hong Kong Hotel Industry to Explore New Opportunities for Hong Kong-bound Tourism

HONG KONG, July 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, the Hong Kong Hotel Playbook Seminar, jointly organized by Xiaohongshu and the Federation of Hong Kong Hotel Owners, focusing on sustainable business growth for Hong Kong's hotel industry was held at Xiaohongshu's Hong Kong office. The cross-border business team of Xiaohongshu Business held in-depth discussions with participating representatives on how Hong Kong hotels can seize growth opportunities amid the new wave of Hong Kong-bound tourism. Xiaohongshu Business Partners with Hong Kong Hotel Industry to Explore New Opportunities for Hong Kong-bound Tourism From Decision-Making Hub to Transaction Hub: New Strategies for Hong Kong Hotels to Attract China Mainland Tourists Xiaohongshu boasts over 400 million active users every month, including more than 130 million monthly active outbound travel users. Over 90% of users actively search for travel-related content, with YOY growth of 38% in travel-related search volume. The platform has become the top destination for outbound travel decision-making, supporting users' full journey of "browsing guides → searching content → finalizing travel plans". As an increasing number of cultural and tourism consumption decisions are made on Xiaohongshu, the platform's unique value for the hotel industry has become increasingly prominent. (Data source: Xiaohongshu Lingxi Platform data from January 2025 to December 2025; all data has been desensitized) Currently, Hong Kong's hotel industry faces three structural challenges: high OTA commission costs, steep labor and customer service costs, and difficulties in building long-term branding recognition. Meanwhile, the customer base in hotel sector is increasingly dominated by international and China Mainland independent travelers, who heavily rely on content-driven seeding to make travel decisions, which perfectly aligns with Xiaohongshu's core user's logic, laying a solid foundation for the platform to deeply fuel sustained growth for Hong Kong's hotel industry. Dodo KWONG, Regional Head of Xiaohongshu Commercial Cross-border Asia & Middle East Addressing these challenges and opportunities, Dodo KWONG, Regional Head of Xiaohongshu Commercial Cross-border Asia & Middle East, stated at the seminar: "Demand for Hong Kong-bound travel is booming, with shopping, city walks, short getaways and other travel topics surging in popularity. However, cross-border merchants face longer conversion funnels and greater hurdles when trying to understand Xiaohongshu's users and drive bookings, requiring consistent content refinement and ad testing. Xiaohongshu will always grow alongside brands across all industries. Moving forward, we will continue to launch market and industry-exclusive campaigns to empower cross-border merchants to deepen their presence in the outbound travel sector, boost conversion efficiency and scale up revenue." Precision Segmentation and Targeted Approach: The Two-Way Engagement of Content Seeding According to HKTB's FY24 report related to visitor source, independent travelers account for 74.5% of all guests at Hong Kong hotels. Mainland overnight leisure travelers make up 60% of this group, while North Asian visitors represent 78% of high-value content-driven customer segments. (Data sources: HKTB FY24 Report, HKTB Visitors' Purpose of Visit by Major Market Areas Jan-Mar 2026) Combining HKTB visitor data with Xiaohongshu's travel user profiles, the platform divides Hong Kong hotels' core target audiences into three key groups: 1. young mainland travelers from tier-one cities with medium-to-high spending power, willing to pay for unique travel experiences; 2. business travelers prioritizing prime locations and administrative amenities; 3. families and concert-goer groups with women aged 30–45 as primary decision-makers. (Data source: Xiaohongshu Lingxi Platform data from January 2025 to December 2025 (desensitized); Xiaohongshu Data Center, June 2026) Xiaohongshu has developed a three-step decision funnel to precisely capture each audience segment: 1. Browsing: Grab attention with visually striking cover images and short videos to spark travel interest; 2. Searching: Capture active user inquiries with guide-style and review-style notes; 3. Deciding: Secure final bookings through authentic user recommendations and pinned posts on official brand accounts. Precise alignment between audience segments and content touchpoints creates a complete closed loop from initial interest to confirmed bookings, significantly lifting conversion rates from brand exposure to actual reservations. Yingu, Platform Expert of Xiaohongshu Commercial Cross-border, commented: "Rising travel demand has extended users' decision-making cycles, with travelers adopting more comprehensive evaluation criteria when selecting hotels. To adapt to this shift, merchants must build content strategies around four core user pillars: travel milestones, target audiences, travel scenarios and unique experiences. Premium content acts as a bridge, while targeted advertising amplifies reach—together, they open up the full conversion funnel of 'seeding → consultation → lead generation' to drive sustained revenue growth." From Brand Hub to Word-of-Mouth: Building Xiaohongshu Business Ecosystem for Hong Kong Hotels Based in-depth market research on Hong Kong's hotel industry, Xiaohongshu shared a complete end-to-end operational framework at the seminar, covering official brand account setup all the way to private message conversion support. This operational model has delivered verifiable results for multiple Hong Kong hotel brands, offering replicable practical strategies for more hospitality operators. Caspar TSUI, Executive Director, The Federation of Hong Kong Hotel Owners Caspar TSUI, Executive Director of The Federation of Hong Kong Hotel Owners, remarked in his speech: "Through this seminar, we aim to help member hotels fully grasp the latest travel trends among Xiaohongshu users and learn how to leverage the platform to boost marketing performance and attract ideal visitors. As Hong Kong-bound tourism continues to heat up, the Xiaohongshu content-driven growth model will unlock new business streams for more Hong Kong hotel brands and facilitate deeper, long-term brand collaboration between both sides." Source: Xiaohongshu 

HONG KONG, July 6 — Recently, the Hong Kong Hotel Playbook Seminar, jointly organized by Xiaohongshu and the Federation of Hong Kong Hotel Owners, focusing on sustainable business growth for Hong Kong’s hotel industry was held at Xiaohongshu’s Hong Kong office. The cross-border business team of Xiaohongshu Business held in-depth discussions with participating representatives on how Hong Kong […]

Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari Urges Youth to Back Pakatan Harapan for Johor’s Future

JOHOR, JULY 6 -- Pakatan Harapan vice president Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has called on young voters to support the coalition in the upcoming Johor State Election yesterday, saying the younger generation holds the key to building a more secure and prosperous future for the state. Speaking at the Bukit Naning DUN Meet & Launch of the Hope Volunteers programme at Seng Kee Banquet, Amirudin said the enthusiastic response from local youths reflected a growing desire for mature, clean and principled politics. He said many young Malaysians were increasingly rejecting divisive political practices that had, in the past, weakened national unity and hindered the country's progress. "The overwhelming support shown by the people of Bukit Naning demonstrates the aspirations of young voters who want politics based on integrity, accountability and service to the people," he said. Amirudin stressed that the confidence placed in Pakatan Harapan candidates comes with a significant responsibility, adding that the coalition's mission extends beyond securing electoral victory. "Our responsibility is not only to win the election but also to ensure every policy and decision prioritises the interests of the people, particularly the younger generation who will shape the future of Johor and Malaysia," he said. He also encouraged voters to cast their ballots for Pakatan Harapan, describing the coalition as the best choice to safeguard opportunities and create a brighter future for young people in Johor. The Johor State Election is scheduled to take place on 11 July, with political parties intensifying their campaigns to win support across the state. -- MINUTESMY

JOHOR, JULY 6 — Pakatan Harapan vice president Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has called on young voters to support the coalition in the upcoming Johor State Election yesterday, saying the younger generation holds the key to building a more secure and prosperous future for the state. Speaking at the Bukit Naning DUN Meet & Launch […]

Unity and Mutual Respect Key to Building a Stronger Malaysia – YB Yuneswaran

JOHOR BAHRU, JULY 6 -- Johor State Executive Councillor YB Yuneswaran said the Hi-Tea Ceremony with community leaders, attended by Prime Minister Dato' Seri Anwar Ibrahim, served as an important platform to strengthen unity and foster closer ties among Johor's diverse communities yesterday. Yuneswaran, who accompanied and hosted the Prime Minister at the gathering, described the event as a meaningful opportunity to reinforce mutual understanding, respect and appreciation among people of different religious, racial and cultural backgrounds. He said such engagements reflect the government's continued commitment to nurturing harmony and inclusivity while strengthening relationships with community leaders across the state. "The gathering provided a valuable space for open interaction and meaningful dialogue, highlighting the importance of preserving the spirit of togetherness that has long been the foundation of Malaysia's strength," he said. Yuneswaran added that the diversity of Malaysia's people should continue to be celebrated as a source of unity rather than division. He expressed hope that the values of mutual respect, understanding and cooperation would continue to flourish, enabling the nation to move forward as a more united, harmonious and prosperous Malaysia. -- MINUTESMY

JOHOR BAHRU, JULY 6 — Johor State Executive Councillor YB Yuneswaran said the Hi-Tea Ceremony with community leaders, attended by Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, served as an important platform to strengthen unity and foster closer ties among Johor’s diverse communities yesterday. Yuneswaran, who accompanied and hosted the Prime Minister at the gathering, described […]