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One Malaysian Ship Has Safely Passed Through The Straits Of Hormuz – PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that one of the seven ships previously stranded in the Strait of Hormuz has safely passed through the waters and is now heading to Malaysia. Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said six more ships are seeking approval and are waiting for their turn to pass through the important trade route. The Prime Minister said he was informed of the matter through a briefing by Petronas group president and chief executive officer Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik Tengku Aziz today. "With this, we hope, God willing, that the oil supply for April and May will be very well under control," he told reporters after performing Friday prayers at Nurussaadah Mosque here, today.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has announced that one of the seven ships previously stranded in the Strait of Hormuz has safely passed through the waters and is now heading to Malaysia. Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said six more ships are seeking approval and are waiting […]

Malaysia Urged To Strengthen ASEAN Centrality Amid Global Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 -- Malaysia must continue to strengthen the concept of ASEAN Centrality and ASEAN Vision 2045 as catalysts for regional cooperation in facing increasingly challenging global geopolitical uncertainties, particularly conflicts in West Asia, according to experts. Cyber warfare expert and security and political analyst at the Centre for Media and Information Warfare Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Dr Noor Nirwandy Mat Noordin, said that although ASEAN was not a military-based alliance, it played a significant role in maintaining stability through continuous and principled diplomatic approaches. He said the approach was crucial to ensure ASEAN member states remained united and capable of acting collectively in addressing external pressures, including geopolitical conflicts and major power rivalries. “Malaysia is capable of steering this diplomatic approach to ensure alignment in thinking among ASEAN leaders, thereby making the ASEAN Centrality concept a fundamental bulwark against regional threats,” he told Bernama. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had previously stressed that Malaysia must adopt a prudent diplomatic approach in facing global economic uncertainties that affected supply chains and commodity prices. The Prime Minister said that while Malaysia maintained a firm stance on international issues, trade and economic relations with major world powers must be managed strategically, while maintaining good ties with various countries without compromising national interests. Elaborating further, Noor Nirwandy said Malaysia must maintain a neutral policy as the foundation of its international relations, while strengthening national defence in terms of mindset, assets and overall defence cohesion. “However, the most important aspect is diplomacy and ASEAN unity as the region’s main strength,” he said, stressing that strong diplomatic capabilities could prevent tensions from escalating into open conflict. He emphasised that efforts to strengthen national resilience should not only focus externally, but must also be supported by internal strength, including unity among the people and social cohesion. “A security-oriented mindset (awareness in managing security risks to protect the nation) will prevent unnecessary debates over trivial issues amid challenging geopolitical and economic uncertainties,” he said. According to Noor Nirwandy, the government must also empower society through a strategic communication plan based on patriotism and national unity, while producing more leaders who serve as agents of unity. “Concepts such as ‘Malaysia MADANI’ and unity of thought grounded in patriotism must be strengthened with the support of leaders and community figures to ensure the people are better prepared to face any unexpected challenges, including global economic crises or regional conflicts, without affecting national stability. “Malaysia currently has strong political resilience, but society must continue to support national development and build a security mindset. Politicians, whether from the government or opposition, must prioritise national security issues and geopolitical threats with a more unified approach,” he said. Noor Nirwandy added that Malaysia could remain a peaceful, stable and resilient nation amid global uncertainties through a combination of diplomatic strength, neutrality and strong national unity. Meanwhile, a lecturer at the Centre for Social Sciences Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Prof Datuk Dr P. Sivamurugan, said Malaysia, as a small and medium-sized country, must act wisely and not rely solely on vocal assertiveness. He said key strategies included practising a neutral policy to ensure Malaysia remained balanced in its relations with major powers, while strengthening economic diversification efforts to reduce reliance on specific sectors and enhance resilience against external shocks. He added that strengthening food and energy security should be prioritised to ensure a stable and sustainable supply, while multilateral diplomacy must be reinforced with ASEAN as a collective safeguard in maintaining stability. “Domestic unity must also continue to be strengthened to avoid political divisions and ensure national stability is preserved. “Small nations do not prevail through strength, but through wisdom and balance,” he said, stressing the importance of a cautious yet effective strategic approach. While noting that Malaysia had strong political resilience based on a mature democratic system, functioning institutions, a diversified economy and experience in managing past crises, Sivamurugan said risks such as political and ethnic polarisation, internal instability that could be manipulated, and public political fatigue could undermine national resilience. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 — Malaysia must continue to strengthen the concept of ASEAN Centrality and ASEAN Vision 2045 as catalysts for regional cooperation in facing increasingly challenging global geopolitical uncertainties, particularly conflicts in West Asia, according to experts. Cyber warfare expert and security and political analyst at the Centre for Media and Information Warfare […]

Anwar Slams Misinformation on Oil Price Hike, Urges Fact-Based Discourse

PUTRAJAYA, April 9 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that misinformation surrounding recent oil price increases linked to the West Asia conflict is misleading the public and distorting the actual situation. Speaking at the Transport Ministry’s monthly assembly today, Anwar criticised certain quarters, including politicians, for making irresponsible and inaccurate statements, reported by Bernama. […]

“There will be no GE16 in one, two months” – PM Anwar

IPOH: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has hinted that he will not hold the 16th General Election (GE16) in the near future. Instead, he said, the priority now is to face the economic crisis caused by the conflict in West Asia. According to him, the current oil price surge crisis is an economic reality, not a political one. "This is not about political battles, being enemies with each other. I won't have an election in a month or two, be patient for a while. Tomorrow is election time, let's fight. Now it's work. Enough of politics, wake up, save our country," he said. He said this when speaking at the opening ceremony of the Perak State Civil Society Programme (PMR) 2026 at Bulatan Sultan Azlan Shah Meru, Ipoh on Saturday. According to him, the current situation requires all parties, including leaders and the people, to focus on efforts to strengthen the economy and maintain national security. He said that the current international conflict is also putting pressure on global oil prices, logistics costs and the supply chain, which ultimately affects the people. --ASTRO AWANI

IPOH: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has hinted that he will not hold the 16th General Election (GE16) in the near future. Instead, he said, the priority now is to face the economic crisis caused by the conflict in West Asia. According to him, the current oil price surge crisis is an economic reality, […]

Swift Action to Shield Malaysia’s Economy Amid Global Risks — PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25, 2026 — Malaysia is taking proactive steps to safeguard its economic resilience amid rising global uncertainties, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said after chairing the National Economic Action Council (MTEN) Meeting No. 3/2026. The meeting focused on assessing current geopolitical developments, mounting global economic pressures, and security implications following ongoing conflicts in […]

Anwar Praises NGO Peace Initiatives as Mark of National Progress

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has welcomed recent peace initiatives led by non-governmental organisations (NGOs) representing both Muslim and Hindu communities, describing them as a reflection of the people’s growing maturity in choosing unity over division. In a media statement today, Anwar said the move demonstrated a collective commitment to peaceful […]

MOE To Review WFH, PdPR Mechanisms Next Week To Ensure Savings Goals Met – DG

KOTA BHARU — The Ministry of Education (MOE) will hold a special meeting next week to review the implementation of the Work From Home (WFH) and Home-Based Teaching and Learning (PdPR) mechanisms, pending a government decision on enforcement. Education director-general Datuk Dr Mohd Azam Ahmad said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek will chair the meeting, which […]

PM Anwar Attends Special Divisional Development Meeting In Sarawak

KUCHING, March 13 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today attended a Special Divisional Development Meeting at the Satria Pertiwi Complex here. Also present at the meeting were Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah and Sarawak Affairs) Datuk […]

Malaysia Maintains RON95 Price at RM1.99 Despite Rising Global Oil Prices

KUALA LUMPUR — The government will maintain the price of RON95 petrol at RM1.99 per litre under the BUDI95 subsidy programme despite rising global oil prices, as part of efforts to safeguard the interests of Malaysians amid escalating tensions in West Asia. In a press conference today, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the worsening conflict […]