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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that those holding public office must maintain the highest standards of integrity, warning against treating government positions as vehicles for personal gain rather than service.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has initiated a review of the promotion system for senior Malaysian Armed Forces officers, citing concerns that their career advancement sometimes lags behind other civil servants despite salary improvements under the SSPA.
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2-4, marking the country's return to F1 racing after a nine-year hiatus, PM Anwar Ibrahim announced.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is demanding accelerated rollout of seven Felda reform initiatives, responding to mounting frustration among settler communities over implementation timelines and programme effectiveness.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim inaugurated Citrawarna 2026 at Dataran Merdeka, a three-day cultural showcase featuring 3,500 dancers from all Malaysian states and territories, drawing over 700 international visitors from 12 countries.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Penang to become a leader in Bumiputera economic participation, dismissing perceptions of weakness and announcing RM5 million for semiconductor industry initiatives.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's internationally recognised halal certification system must be supported by strong industrial capabilities and strategic global partnerships to realise its potential as a leading halal industry hub.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that significant developments regarding Malaysia's potential return as a Formula One host nation will be revealed within days, with the Youth and Sports Ministry actively exploring the opportunity.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that Malaysia cannot achieve developed-nation status if its people remain trapped in outdated, divisive thinking that breeds hatred. Speaking at Universiti Teknologi MARA Permatang Pauh, he urged the younger generation to unite as agents of change.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reassured Malaysians that the federal Unity Government remains stable and cohesive, with smooth Cabinet operations continuing despite political rivalry at the state level.
A 68-year-old woman with disabilities fulfilled a lifelong dream by riding her three-wheeled motorcycle through rain to meet Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during a campaign stop in Negeri Sembilan.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated the government is exploring higher assistance under the STR and SARA welfare schemes, contingent on Malaysia's economic performance and to be reviewed in the upcoming Budget.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the MADANI Government's commitment to strengthening Islamic and pondok schools across Malaysia, emphasizing the integration of modern disciplines like artificial intelligence alongside traditional religious instruction.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has identified resistance from entrenched interests and a culture of corruption as the primary barriers to Malaysia's reform efforts, rather than technological or expertise gaps.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has congratulated Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei on his 80th birthday, expressing hopes for strengthened cooperation between Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged that Malaysia will take immediate deportation action against any Israeli nationals discovered within the country, reaffirming the government's longstanding non-recognition stance.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has signalled Malaysia's intent to strengthen ties with global software giant SAP to accelerate the country's digital transformation agenda and develop skilled talent in emerging technologies.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged to streamline loan approval processes for MSMEs, with financing institutions now disbursing funds within five to 15 working days to support business sustainability.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has established a new protocol requiring complaints against journalists from recognised media organisations to be submitted to the Malaysian Media Council for initial review before any investigations or prosecutions proceed.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the need to continuously reinforce nationhood values as foundational to nation-building efforts, emphasising their role in developing citizens with integrity and fostering patriotism.
Malaysia's Prime Minister's Department has clarified that the BMW luxury vehicle recently used by PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is an existing government asset, not a newly acquired vehicle. The car serves official security needs during high-level international visits.
An 86-year-old imam in Batu Pahat pedalled his trishaw through intense heat to fulfil his wife's wish of seeing Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during a breakfast meet-and-greet ahead of Johor's state election.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the federal government must service nearly RM1 billion in annual debt accumulated by Felda, blaming administrative failures under previous leadership for the financial burden now weighing on public finances.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed his vision to build a fair and clean Malaysia, emphasizing his commitment to serve all communities equitably as he charts the nation's future.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has repositioned Bumiputera empowerment as a cross-government responsibility, requiring all ministries and agencies to contribute to the agenda rather than relying on single-purpose institutions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has inaugurated SParK 2026, PUNB's transformation platform aimed at accelerating bumiputera entrepreneurship. The agency is targeting RM2.25 billion in financing approvals through 2030.
The Muar district office has rejected accusations that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was prevented from accessing the Penghulu Mukim Sungai Balang Complex for a community engagement programme conducted last month.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed the need for Malaysia to develop its own sovereign cloud infrastructure to protect sensitive national data and personal information, whilst remaining open to global digital investment and maintaining ASEAN centrality.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has established a National Education Council to orchestrate sweeping reforms across Malaysia's education landscape, addressing curriculum quality, language proficiency, and future workforce readiness.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for Malaysia to rapidly scale up its unmanned aerial vehicle industry, highlighting the sector's potential as a catalyst for economic growth and innovation amid a projected global market worth USD55 billion by 2030.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received Gambian Islamic scholar Sheikh Muhammad Haydara Al-Jilani at a farewell meeting on June 26, marking the conclusion of the scholar's month-long visit to Malaysia for religious knowledge-sharing programmes.