KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 – The Dewan Rakyat will discuss Malaysia’s rare earth element (REE) industry policy, obesity and diabetes treatment, and the progress of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 today.
Lawmakers will raise these issues during the oral question-and-answer session. They will also discuss the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to detect dangerous goods at cargo terminals.
According to Parliament’s Order Paper, Datuk Ahmad Saad @ Yahaya of Perikatan Nasional (PN-Pokok Sena) will ask the Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability Minister about the country’s REE policy framework.
He will also seek updates on plans to develop downstream industries. These industries process raw materials into higher-value products.
Lawmakers to Review Obesity and Diabetes Treatment
Ramkarpal Singh of Pakatan Harapan (PH-Bukit Gelugor) will ask the Health Minister about treatment for obesity and diabetes using GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RA).
He wants to know how many patients have received the treatment under the 2026 Budget initiative. He will also ask about the funds allocated to healthcare facilities.
In addition, Ramkarpal will seek information on whether the initiative has helped reduce obesity and diabetes cases.
AI Scanners at Cargo Terminals Under Scrutiny
Meanwhile, Datuk Iskandar Dzulkarnain Abdul Khalid, an independent MP for Kuala Kangsar, will raise questions about AI-based scanners at cargo terminals.
He will ask whether the systems can detect smuggled dangerous goods effectively.
He will also seek details on safeguards to ensure that AI decisions are not the only factor used to approve cargo clearance.
Visit Malaysia 2026 Progress to Be Examined
Manndzri Nasib of Barisan Nasional (BN-Tenggara) will ask the Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister about the latest results of the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 campaign.
His questions will cover international tourist arrivals, revenue generated for the country and the effectiveness of overseas promotional efforts.
Budget 2027 Debate Continues
After the oral question session, the Dewan Rakyat will continue debating the Supply Bill 2027 at the Committee Stage.
The debate is scheduled to run until November 26, according to Parliament’s calendar.
Source : BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
