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Multi-agency Task Force Needed to Probe TH Irregularities and Possible 1MDB Links, Says Amirudin

A Dewan Rakyat member has called for establishing a multi-agency task force to investigate historical irregularities at Lembaga Tabung Haji and explore possible connections to the 1MDB scandal.

By Rajesh Kumar · 11 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

Government Must Publish Detailed Progress on Tabung Haji RCI Reforms, Says Risk Analyst

A political risk consultant has called for the government to publicly disclose the implementation status of each Royal Commission of Inquiry recommendation into Tabung Haji, emphasizing accountability and identifying agencies responsible for the remaining 25 per cent of reforms.

By Aisyah Razak · 10 Aug 2026 · 5 min read

Bukit Mertajam MP Demands Comprehensive Investigation Following Police Rescue of Trafficking Victim

Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim is pushing authorities to launch a thorough investigation following a police operation that freed a Cameroonian woman from trafficking in Bukit Mertajam, raising concerns about the scope of the criminal network.

By Aisyah Razak · 19 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

KWAN Amendment Closes Door on Massive Fund Withdrawals Without Parliamentary Approval

Malaysia has passed legislation tightening controls over the Kumpulan Wang Amanah Negara after a RM5 billion withdrawal in 2021 exposed regulatory gaps. The new law now requires parliamentary approval for any future fund withdrawals.

By Rajesh Kumar · 16 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Cabinet Backs Parliamentary Oversight of Public Prosecutor Appointments

Malaysia's Cabinet has endorsed constitutional amendments to bolster Parliament's oversight of Public Prosecutor appointments, separating the role from the Attorney General to strengthen judicial independence and institutional accountability.

By Aisyah Razak · 8 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Government Weighs CCTV Access for MPs to Review Taiping Prison Incident

Malaysia's government is examining a proposal to grant Members of Parliament access to CCTV footage from last year's Taiping Prison incident, where one inmate died and nearly 100 were injured.

By Aisyah Razak · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read

PAC Demands Quarterly LCS Updates as Defence Ministry Tightens Project Controls

Malaysia's Public Accounts Committee has mandated quarterly progress reports on the RM11.22 billion Littoral Combat Ship project, with the first vessel now scheduled for December delivery. The oversight move follows complications including a Norwegian export licence revocation.

By Aisyah Razak · 8 Jul 2026 · 4 min read