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Malaysia's cost-of-living council has outlined a transitional framework for local white rice policy, including subsidised supplies for vulnerable groups and expansion of food assistance programmes to include fresh produce.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is undergoing a two-day medical observation period involving specialist examinations and procedures, the Prime Minister's Office has confirmed. The assessment is described as routine.
Chief Justice Tun Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh received Pahang's highest state honour at an investiture ceremony honouring 52 individuals during Sultan Al-Sultan Abdullah's 67th birthday celebration in Kuantan.
The Malaysian government will expedite implementation of the outstanding 25 per cent of Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendations for Tabung Haji, with Minister Zulkifli Hasan indicating openness to governance restructuring proposals.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the public release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's financial troubles, capping years of crisis management that saw the government inject RM19.6 billion to stabilise the pilgrims' fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated the MADANI Government's commitment to prioritising teacher welfare and education system development, emphasising improved salary schemes and career pathways for educators.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that Malaysia's Form Six pre-university system will remain under the Ministry of Education's purview, reversing earlier indications that oversight would transfer to the Higher Education Ministry.
Malaysia's Ministry of Rural and Regional Development is restructuring the Desa Lestari Programme to target monthly household incomes of RM2,300 for participating rural communities, moving beyond cosmetic rebranding to fundamental reforms in programme delivery and management.
The Sabah State Legislative Assembly has approved a RM1.61 billion supplementary supply bill for 2026, with funds allocated across statutory contributions, operating costs, development projects, and administrative expenses.
Malaysia has successfully revived 1,615 ailing housing projects comprising 190,422 units valued at RM150.8 billion, using evidence-based planning to align supply with actual demand and curb rising prices.
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A new Johor Menteri Besar is scheduled for swearing-in at Istana Bukit Serene this afternoon, though state officials have maintained secrecy around the appointee's identity until the formal proceedings.
Malaysia's Education Ministry has filled 99.8% of preschool teacher positions, deploying 10,478 educators nationwide. The ministry plans to open 300 new classes annually, targeting 1,040 additional classes over five years to meet rising enrollment demand.
Malaysia's cabinet has approved 24 new Tok Batin positions for Orang Asli villages nationwide. Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says the move aims to strengthen grassroots leadership and improve coordination between indigenous communities and government development initiatives.
Malaysia's government has unveiled a RM29 million support package for FELDA settlements, targeting digital literacy, school infrastructure, and healthcare services as the agricultural community marks seven decades of operation.