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Parliamentary Committee To Begin Review Of Freedom Of Information Bill 2026

A Parliamentary Select Committee will commence scrutiny of the Freedom of Information Bill 2026, with Minister Azalina Othman Said chairing proceedings focused on finalising terms of reference and evaluating stakeholder concerns.

By Aisyah Razak · 3 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Negeri Sembilan poll must focus on governance and integrity, warns PH leader

Pakatan Harapan's communications chief has urged voters in the 16th Negeri Sembilan state election to prioritise governance and integrity, citing institutional erosion from corruption and misuse of power.

By Rajesh Kumar · 2 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Anwar confirms full release of Tabung Haji RCI report without redactions

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji has been released in its entirety without redactions, marking a significant step in government transparency.

By Aisyah Razak · 31 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Anwar Defends Public Release of Tabung Haji Inquiry Report as Test of Institutional Trust

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended his government's decision to publicly release the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, characterising the move as essential to rebuilding institutional trust rather than a political exercise.

By Aisyah Razak · 31 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

PM Anwar Demands Transparent Investigation Into TH RCI Findings, Vows No Protection for Wrongdoers

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has ordered a transparent investigation into findings from the Royal Commission of Inquiry on Tabung Haji, pledging that no one implicated in wrongdoing will receive preferential treatment and that cover-ups must end.

By Aisyah Razak · 30 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Tabung Haji scandal exposes governance failures that threaten all Malaysians

Malaysia's Tabung Haji scandal demonstrates that religious branding cannot substitute for professional governance. The RM11 billion gap exposes vulnerabilities affecting all citizens, demanding systemic reforms to checks and balances across national institutions.

By Aisyah Razak · 30 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Anwar Directs Special Parliament Session on Tabung Haji Findings

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has ordered a special sitting of the Dewan Rakyat to debate findings from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry, directing Minister Azalina Othman Said to coordinate with the parliamentary speaker on scheduling.

By Rajesh Kumar · 29 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Decisive Action Crucial To Restore Police Credibility, Says Lee Lam Thye

The recent detention of police personnel over alleged extortion demands uncompromising action to restore public trust, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye, chairman of the Alliance for a Safe Community.

By Aisyah Razak · 28 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Public Trust Is Sacred, Says PM Anwar As He Takes Aim at FELDA's Collapse

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that those holding public office must maintain the highest standards of integrity, using FELDA's near-RM10 billion debt as a cautionary tale of betrayed trust and failed governance.

By Aisyah Razak · 27 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Malaysia's Rule of Law Reforms Failing to Reach Public, Researcher Warns

A study on Malaysia's Rule of Law Index reveals that government reforms lack effective public communication, preventing citizens from understanding changes and hampering efforts to improve perceptions of the nation's governance and judicial system.

By Aisyah Razak · 27 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Zahid Cautions Against Using Tabung Haji Report as Political Tool

BN chairman Zahid Ahmad Hamidi has warned political rivals against leveraging the Royal Commission of Inquiry's report on Tabung Haji for electoral gains in Negeri Sembilan.

By Aisyah Razak · 26 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

MMA pushes for safeguards in harassment probes after Sabah hospital scandal

The Malaysian Medical Association is demanding robust protections for those reporting workplace harassment, including confidentiality guarantees and witness safeguards, following serious allegations at a Sabah hospital.

By Rajesh Kumar · 24 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Tabung Haji RCI Report Expected This Week, PM Says

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim indicated the long-awaited Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji management may be released today or by Wednesday, contingent on Cabinet approval procedures.

By Rajesh Kumar · 23 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia's Religious Affairs Ministry to Anchor Governance in Sultan Nazrin's 'Everyone Matters' Principle

Malaysia's Religious Affairs Ministry pledges to strengthen religious institutional governance based on integrity, accountability and the principle of 'Everyone Matters', echoing Sultan Nazrin Shah's vision for inclusive Muslim development.

By Aisyah Razak · 22 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Civil Service Excellence Critical to Malaysia's Development Agenda, Says PM Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that a strong, integrity-driven civil service is essential for Malaysia's policy continuity and national development, urging public servants to maintain close ties with citizens.

By Aisyah Razak · 20 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Government Open to RCI on Corporate Mafia Claims, Outcome-Dependent: Azalina

Malaysia's Law and Institutional Reform Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has indicated the government may pursue a Royal Commission of Inquiry into alleged corporate mafia activities, pending investigation results.

By Rajesh Kumar · 17 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Government Open to Royal Commission on 'Corporate Mafia' if Justified, Says Azalina

Malaysia's Minister in the Prime Minister's Department says the government takes 'corporate mafia' allegations seriously and will consider establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry if deemed necessary in the public interest.

By Aisyah Razak · 17 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Bersih Says 34 MPs Support Royal Commission of Inquiry Into Alleged Corporate Mafia Activities

Electoral reform group Bersih has announced that 34 parliamentarians across multiple parties support establishing a royal commission of inquiry to investigate alleged corporate mafia activities, signalling cross-party momentum for the initiative.

By Aisyah Razak · 16 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

Government to Table Report on Separating AG and Public Prosecutor Roles

Malaysia's government will present a landmark report proposing the separation of the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor roles, featuring structural reforms designed to enhance judicial independence and public trust.

By Aisyah Razak · 13 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Freedom of Information Bill To Be Referred To Parliamentary Select Committee

Malaysia's government will move to refer the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 to a Parliamentary Select Committee, allowing broader engagement with MPs and civil society before proceeding to second reading.

By Aisyah Razak · 13 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Malaysia Intensifies Governance Overhaul to Shield Economy from 1MDB Risks, Says Liew

Malaysia is implementing sweeping governance reforms under PM Anwar Ibrahim to prevent another 1MDB-scale scandal, with new legislation strengthening fiscal oversight and institutional accountability, Deputy Finance Minister Liew Chin Tong confirms.

By Aisyah Razak · 9 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Johor's Election Reveals Deeper Crisis: Can Malaysia's Parties Govern Themselves?

Johor's upcoming election exposes fractures within Malaysia's major parties over internal governance and decision-making authority. The resignation of a senior UMNO figure highlights broader questions about institutional independence and whether political leaders can resist partisan pressure when exercising state power.