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The Federal government has allocated RM4.06 billion for rural water supply improvements in Sabah, with the project now managed directly by the state government for better responsiveness to local needs.
Selangor is urging non-pensioned armed forces and police veterans to claim RM200 shopping vouchers before the August 31 deadline, with only 500 of 8,391 eligible recipients having made claims since the July 29 launch.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged political rivals to set aside party differences and work together for public benefit, stressing that Malaysia's governance system demands cooperation regardless of ideological divides.
Penang Island City Council will conduct comprehensive structural safety inspections of heritage buildings in George Town after a facade collapse injured two tourists. The initiative includes termite risk assessments funded entirely by the council.
Melaka's grassroots engagement programme WRUR has expanded to the Tangga Batu parliamentary constituency, encompassing Pantai Kundor and Paya Rumput. Over 200 initiatives address welfare, education, and local infrastructure needs.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has rolled out 16 governance reforms over six months following a dismal anti-corruption score of 0.08 per cent, addressing procedural weaknesses and strengthening institutional checks and balances.