Fast, factual wire coverage from across Malaysia and the region.
Negeri Sembilan's Umno chief has firmly rejected allegations that he orchestrated a scheme to remove the state's Menteri Besar and dethrone the ruler, responding to swirling claims of internal machinations.
Malaysia's Election Commission will study a proposal to grant postal voting rights to auxiliary police officers protecting strategic assets, after a senator highlighted how 27,000 officers currently lack this facility.
Malaysia's community mediation programme has successfully resolved 1,273 cases since 2017, with 595 certified mediators now operating across 10 nationwide centres. The initiative aims to settle disputes peacefully while strengthening social harmony.
Selangor's Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari is reviewing eligibility concerns affecting a state representative, consulting legal advisers before deciding whether a by-election will be necessary.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has pressed authorities to take decisive action on four police reports lodged between 2018 and 2019, concerning allegations of mismanagement and financial irregularities spanning 2014 to 2020.
Tabung Haji has implemented three-quarters of Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations following Cabinet declassification of the report, aimed at strengthening the institution and safeguarding millions of Malaysian pilgrims' savings.
Malaysia's Islamic affairs authority is advancing 19 major waqf projects valued at RM321 million nationwide. The National Waqf Master Plan 2025–2030 is poised for government approval after receiving unanimous state support.
A Malaysian academic study has identified substantial methodological weaknesses in how the World Justice Project measures the Rule of Law Index, revealing data gaps and sampling issues that may distort Malaysia's corruption perception rankings.
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.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that any legal measures arising from the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry must adhere strictly to due process, whether or not the government decides to make the findings public.
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.
Outgoing Deputy Inspector-General Tan Sri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay has urged all Royal Malaysia Police members to uphold institutional integrity and reject corruption, warning against misusing power or compromising ethics for personal gain.
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.
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.
Malaysia is building its own system to manage refugees and asylum seekers under NSC Directive No. 23, focusing on security, welfare coordination, and balancing enforcement with community responsibility amid hosting over 126,000 registered Rohingya.
Malaysia's leading Islamic youth organization ABIM has called on the government to create a national security policy for the innovation ecosystem, seeking to safeguard sovereignty while maintaining openness to global investment and talent.
Melaka's Chief Minister has reassured stakeholders that the state government will operate smoothly despite the Democratic Action Party's withdrawal from the ruling coalition and relinquishment of all cabinet positions.
Malaysia's MACC and Customs Department are establishing a joint task force to enhance enforcement and tax collection at key ports, addressing smuggling and document fraud.
Authorities have apprehended a former civil servant accused of orchestrating a RM300,000 fraud through submission of falsified documents to secure financial assistance. The case highlights persistent vulnerabilities in government benefit verification systems.
Malaysia's Home Ministry has defended extra drills in the Royal Malaysia Police as a disciplinary mechanism rather than physical punishment, following scrutiny over a policeman's death in Sepang.
Melaka's state assembly has approved a constitutional amendment enabling the appointment of up to seven nominated assemblymen, aiming to enhance legislative expertise and representation of underrepresented groups in policymaking.
The Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency has opened an internal investigation into allegations that a KLIA 2 officer received a RM100 payment through a personal QR code, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in airport personnel oversight.
Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming has clarified that his earlier vow to resign from cabinet was contingent on former Prime Minister Najib Razak being freed without serving a proportionate sentence for his convictions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that mastery of modern technology must be paired with robust ethical foundations, cautioning that intelligent individuals without moral integrity pose a risk to society's stability.
Malaysia's Health Ministry has constituted a special investigative committee to examine alleged professional misconduct by medical officers connected to the Taiping Prison disturbance that occurred in January of the previous year.
The Court of Appeal has granted permission for former Prime Minister Najib Razak to attend a hearing challenging a decision by the pardons board, following an application by the Malaysian Bar.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has approved a 10-year extension of tax exemption for Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT), recognizing its contribution to affordable private higher education in Malaysia.
Malaysia's government will determine whether to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry into allegations of a corporate mafia within the MACC only after reviewing investigation findings and legal procedures, officials confirmed.
Malaysia's Federal Territories State Leadership Council has urged the government to develop a National School Safety Master Plan to address rising school violence through physical security measures, mental health support, and coordinated intervention protocols.
Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry has moved entirely to automated processing of foreign worker quota applications through the eQuota module, eliminating discretionary case-by-case approvals. The shift follows a Cabinet decision to consolidate foreign worker management.
Malaysia has celebrated its inaugural World Rural Development Day on July 6, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid emphasising the government's commitment to comprehensive rural advancement through innovation, digitalisation, and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Malaysia is internationally recognised as a leading nation in managing Islamic affairs, driven by strong halal systems, Islamic finance leadership, and comprehensive religious education frameworks, according to Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will meet Felda management at his office to tackle chronic issues facing the organisation's settlers, signalling heightened political focus on agricultural livelihoods.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that the federal government will not automatically absorb extra costs arising from state government decisions or project escalations, requiring fresh negotiations.
The Penang Island City Council is investing RM900,000 annually to operate a free shuttle bus service connecting Komtar to Penang Hospital and nearby healthcare facilities, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and encourage public transport usage.
The Foreign Ministry has partnered with Malaysia's Competition Commission to combat bid-rigging in government procurement, strengthening transparency and protecting public funds through technical advisory services and staff training.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysia to speed up efforts in preparing its workforce for an artificial intelligence-driven future, emphasizing the need for swift educational reforms and robust governance frameworks.