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Nanta Orders Contractor To Speed Up Sungai Durian Bridge Replacement Project

KOTA BHARU, July 17 2026 — The Ministry of Works has directed the contractor to expedite the Sungai Durian Bridge Replacement Project in Kuala Krai after finding that it remains .... read more

Perikatan Nasional Reveals 11 Candidates for Negeri Sembilan State Election

SEREMBAN, July 17 2026 — Perikatan Nasional (PN) tonight unveiled its line-up of 11 candidates for the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election. The list comprises five candidates from PAS, four .... read more

Johor Exco Swearing-in Ceremony Postponed To Tomorrow

JOHOR BAHRU, July 17 July 2026 — The swearing-in ceremony for Johor’s State Executive Council (Exco), which was scheduled to take place at Istana Bukit Serene here today, has been .... read more

PUTRAJAYA, July 16 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on future civil servants to uphold integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of responsibility, stressing that the nation's future depends on a capable and principled public service. Speaking during a meeting with Administrative and Diplomatic Service (PTD) cadets currently undergoing the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management Programme, Anwar said the role of a civil servant carries a significant responsibility that extends beyond administrative duties. He emphasised that public officers must demonstrate integrity, efficiency, the courage to embrace change, and an unwavering commitment to placing the interests of the people and the nation above all else. According to the Prime Minister, these qualities are essential in ensuring that Malaysia's public service remains responsive, accountable, and capable of meeting the evolving needs of the country. Anwar said the future of Malaysia rests on a new generation of leaders and civil servants who are competent, principled, and dedicated to strengthening good governance. He added that a high-performing public service would play a critical role in advancing Malaysia's development while promoting fairness, transparency, and shared prosperity in line with the aspirations of the MADANI Government. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the PTD cadets would contribute meaningfully to nation-building by serving with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to improving the lives of all Malaysians. -- MINUTESMY

PM Anwar Urges PTD Cadets to Uphold Integrity and Put the People First

PUTRAJAYA, July 16 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on future civil servants to uphold integrity, professionalism, and a strong sense of responsibility, stressing that the nation’s .... read more

SANDAKAN: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) successfully seized 100 kilograms of pangolin scales estimated to be worth RM1.3 million at the air cargo entry point here on July 6. Sabah JKDM director Ahmad Taufik Sulaiman said in the 2.30pm incident, JKDM found five polystyrene boxes, each filled with black plastic, containing 20 kilograms (kg) of pangolin scales. "Initial investigations found that the pangolin scales were brought from Kota Kinabalu to Sandakan using an express bus service before being sent to air cargo, believed to be an attempt to export without a permit from the Sabah Wildlife Department." "We suspect that the pangolin scales were sent to the Peninsula first, from there they were arranged for export. All the scales were seized and no arrests were made, but we are still conducting further investigations," he told reporters here, today. Ahmad Taufik said the syndicate used the tactic of declaring trade in Customs Form Number 3 by declaring other merchandise for domestic shipment from Sandakan to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The case is being investigated under Section 10 of the International Trade in Endangered Species Act 2008 (Act 686), and if convicted, the offender can be fined up to RM100,000 for each part of the animal or imprisoned for up to seven years or both. Meanwhile, Ahmad Taufik said last month, the JKDM seized 95,080 contraband cigarettes and a vehicle estimated to be worth RM136,129.56 including tax, and seized 2,645 litres of subsidised diesel oil worth RM13,939.15. Any smuggling complaints can be reported by calling 1800-88-8855 and the identity of the informant will be kept confidential. -- BERNAMA

Sabah JKDM seizes 100kg of pangolin scales worth RM1.3 million

SANDAKAN: The Royal Malaysian Customs Department (JKDM) successfully seized 100 kilograms of pangolin scales estimated to be worth RM1.3 million at the air cargo entry point here on July 6. .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat today approved the National Trust Fund (KWAN) Bill 2026 which will strengthen the legal basis of the fund by ensuring more consistent inflows, more disciplined disbursements and clearer governance and accountability. The bill, which is based on a clear intention to create long-term financial reserves for future generations of Malaysians, was tabled by Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong, and passed with a majority of votes in favor after being debated by 15 Members of Parliament. Liew said after almost four decades, KWAN group assets amounted to RM22.43 billion at the end of 2024, with PETRONAS remaining the only voluntary contributor, amounting to RM13.5 billion. "During the same period, the experience of administering the Fund, including the RM5 billion withdrawal episode in 2021 that received public attention, showed that the existing framework needed to be improved, with contributions being entirely discretionary, with no withdrawal limits, and with a general purpose of use." "This bill was drafted to strengthen the framework through statutory contributions, production discipline and modern governance," he said when wrapping up the debate on the KWAN 2026 Bill in the Dewan Rakyat today. He said the contribution rate set at 0.1 percent was a minimum rate and the obligation to contribute to intergenerational savings needed to remain robust across fiscal cycles and successive governments. Therefore, the rate can only be changed by Parliament itself through an amendment Act, and any government that wants to change it must return to the Dewan Rakyat, he said. -- BERNAMA

Dewan Rakyat passes National Trust Fund Bill 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat today approved the National Trust Fund (KWAN) Bill 2026 which will strengthen the legal basis of the fund by ensuring more consistent inflows, more disciplined .... read more

KOTA KINABALU: An e-hailing driver was fined RM4,000 by the Sessions Court here today after pleading guilty to a charge of posting a fake communication via the TikTok application last April. Judge Monica Linsua handed down the sentence to Shahuddin Gowana, 51, and ordered the accused to be jailed for six months if he failed to pay the fine. According to the charges, Shahuddin on April 14, using the TikTok account @izzyderabbit, uploaded a post with the caption "DIESEL issue sent to the PHILIPPINES STOP MAKING MALAYSIA A CLOWN COUNTRY". Following the transmission, the accused was charged with knowingly transmitting a communication in the form of a false transmission with the intention of offending any individual. The posting was detected at 8.57 am, April 15 at the Content Moderation Department of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), Level 8, MCMC Tower 1, Jalan IMPACT, Cyber ​​6, Cyberjaya, Selangor. The accused was charged under Section 233 (1)(a) of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 [Act 588], which provides for a penalty under Section 233(2) of the same act, namely a fine not exceeding RM500,000 or imprisonment for up to two years or both, as well as an additional fine of RM5,000 for each day the offence continues after conviction. The prosecution was handled by MCMC Prosecuting Officer, Nurnazhzilah Mohammad Hashim. -- NAMED

E-hailing driver fined RM4,000 for spreading false content related to diesel

KOTA KINABALU: An e-hailing driver was fined RM4,000 by the Sessions Court here today after pleading guilty to a charge of posting a fake communication via the TikTok application last .... read more

PUTRAJAYA, July 16 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening Malaysia's professional talent ecosystem and preparing the workforce for the era of artificial intelligence (AI) during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Malaysian Professional Council (Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia, BIM). The delegation was led by BIM President, Prof. ChM Dr. Juan Joon Ching, where discussions focused on initiatives to develop professional talent and enhance the readiness of Malaysia's workforce to meet the demands of an increasingly AI-driven economy. Anwar said the exchange of views underscored the importance of equipping professionals with future-ready skills as Malaysia aspires to position itself as a regional hub for professional excellence and innovation. He noted that the government recognises the professional community as a strategic partner in strengthening the nation's competitiveness, driving innovation, and supporting the implementation of the MADANI agenda for the benefit of the people. "The efforts to nurture highly skilled professionals and prepare them for the challenges of the AI era are essential to ensuring Malaysia remains competitive on the global stage," the Prime Minister said. During the meeting, Anwar also received an invitation to attend Hari Ikhtisas Malaysia, an event dedicated to recognising the contributions of professionals across various sectors towards the country's development. He expressed hope that the close collaboration between the government and the professional community would continue to grow, producing more professionals who are competent, ethical, and globally competitive. Anwar added that sustained cooperation between both parties would play a vital role in cultivating future leaders capable of driving Malaysia's progress while contributing to sustainable national development. -- MINUTESMY

PM Anwar Highlights AI Talent Development During Courtesy Visit by Malaysian Professional Council

PUTRAJAYA, July 16 – Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Malaysia’s professional talent ecosystem and preparing the workforce for the era of artificial intelligence .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 16 -- The government is strengthening various mitigation measures to reduce the impact of the El Nino phenomenon on the agri-food sector, including ensuring more efficient management of water resources, expanding the use of smart irrigation technology and providing assistance to affected farmers and rice farmers. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said among the measures implemented were continuous monitoring of water levels in dams and catchment areas, integrated water resource management, the use of smart irrigation monitoring systems and drip irrigation systems to optimise water use. He said efforts to increase the resilience of the rice sector were also strengthened through research and development of new rice varieties that were more drought-resistant by the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), in addition to cloud seeding operations carried out when weather conditions permitted. "The Food Security Meeting chaired by the Prime Minister also asked MARDI to enhance research to produce new varieties," he said during Ministerial Question Time in the Dewan Rakyat today. Mohamad, when answering a question from Bakri Jamaluddin (PN-Tangga Batu) regarding the government's preparations in facing Super El Nino which will affect food supplies and rice imports, said the government always maintains rice supply stocks for a period of about six months in addition to continuing imports according to needs. He said the government also provided protection and assistance schemes for rice farmers affected by disasters including drought. According to Mohamad, for the first phase of assistance, RM45.24 million has been channeled to 8,224 rice farmers since 2024, while until June 30, 2026, a total of RM38.53 million has been distributed to 55,058 rice farmers involving 16,933 hectares of areas affected by drought in the north and east of the Peninsula. Mohamad said the government was also encouraging the development of large-scale rice fields, including in Sarawak, Pahang and several other states, to increase the country's rice production, in addition to expanding controlled environment farming practices to reduce the impact of weather changes on crops and the livestock sector. Commenting on a supplementary question from Azli Yusof (PH-Shah Alam) regarding the dumping of durians which caused prices to drop, Mohamad said the government would continue to strengthen efforts to expand export markets, especially to China through negotiations to facilitate logistics and customs clearance for fresh fruit and frozen products. "Our durians in China are currently mostly in big cities, while the small towns there have a much larger market potential," he said, adding that the government hopes that expanding exports can help stabilize prices and increase the income of local entrepreneurs. -- NAMED

El Nino: Government strengthens water management, helps rice farmers for food security – Mohamad Sabu

KUALA LUMPUR, JULY 16 — The government is strengthening various mitigation measures to reduce the impact of the El Nino phenomenon on the agri-food sector, including ensuring more efficient management .... read more

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of Professor John L. Esposito, describing the internationally renowned academic as a close friend and one of the world's foremost scholars of Islam. In a heartfelt tribute, Anwar said he first met Professor Esposito in the early 1970s, with their friendship spanning more than five decades. He described the late scholar as a trusted confidant whose wisdom and counsel he greatly valued throughout the years. Anwar praised Professor Esposito's lifelong commitment to fostering a deeper understanding of Islam in the West and promoting dialogue between Muslim and Christian communities. He said the American scholar played a pivotal role in breaking down misconceptions about Islam through his academic work and public engagement. Among Professor Esposito's many achievements were founding Georgetown University's Centre for Muslim-Christian Understanding, editing the Oxford Encyclopaedia of the Islamic World, serving as President of the Middle East Studies Association of North America, and co-authoring Makers of Contemporary Islam with Professor John Voll. His widely read publications, including What Everyone Needs to Know About Islam and Who Speaks for Islam?, co-authored with Dalia Mogahed, helped broaden public understanding of Islam, particularly in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks. "John built bridges where others were content to build civilisational barriers," Anwar said, adding that Professor Esposito's scholarship encouraged dialogue, mutual respect, and greater understanding between different faiths and cultures. The Prime Minister also remembered Professor Esposito as a man of great generosity and integrity, saying he remained a steadfast friend through both good and difficult times. On behalf of the Malaysian government and people, Anwar extended his deepest condolences to Professor Esposito's wife, Jean, as well as his family, colleagues, and students. "May his scholarship and the dialogue he spent his life building continue to bear fruit. He was, to the end, a true friend to the Muslim world," Anwar said. -- MINUTESMY

PM Anwar Pays Tribute to Renowned Islamic Scholar Professor John L. Esposito

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of Professor John L. Esposito, describing the internationally renowned academic as .... read more

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