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PM Anwar pledges commitment to secure release of Gaza flotilla activists, says SNCC
SEPANG, May 21 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has given his assurance and full commitment to lead efforts through bilateral ties to secure the immediate release of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) 2.0 humanitarian activists detained by Israel. Sumud
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Amirudin lauds Selangor Sultan’s Aidiladha message urging Malaysians to defend unity, uphold Rukun Negara
SHAH ALAM, May 21 — Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari today expressed his gratitude for the Hari Raya Aidiladha 2026 address by the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah. He said the Sultan’s message highlighted the importance
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Govt studying shift from B40–T20 income groups to PAKW‑based assessment for fairer aid targeting, says Akmal Nasrullah
PUTRAJAYA, May 21 — The Ministry of Economy is studying a fairer and more comprehensive approach in determining eligibility for public aid and subsidies by taking into account net disposable income and the actual commitments of households, instead of relying
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Global crisis driving push to reinforce Malaysia’s economic structure, says Akmal Nasrullah
PUTRAJAYA, May 21 — The government views the current global crisis as an impetus to strengthen the country’s economic structure, including a greater focus on high-value industries, the energy transition and a more inclusive approach to delivering public assistance. Economy
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Johor PAS dismisses claims it will give way to BN in state election, says party will contest state polls
JOHOR BAHRU, May 21 — Johor PAS today clarified that it is prepared to contest in the coming state election, contrary to a social media post claiming that it will withdraw to make way for Barisan Nasional (BN). Johor PAS
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MB: Terengganu rolls out Phase 1 economic plan to support MSMEs and farmers amid global supply crisis
KUALA TERENGGANU, May 21 — The Terengganu state government today announced Phase 1 of its State Economic Stimulus Action Plan to address the global supply crisis. Menteri Besar Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar said that several initiatives have been introduced to strengthen
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Anwar calls on Malaysian envoys to boost economic diplomacy, attract quality investments
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim wants Malaysian diplomats to continue strengthening the nation’s economic diplomacy capabilities, particularly in attracting trade, high-quality investments and exploring strategic cooperation opportunities capable of empowering sustainable national economic growth.
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MOF: RON97 up 15 sen, unsubsidised RON95 up 20 sen, diesel up 10 sen for May 21–27
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — The retail prices of RON97, unsubsidised RON95 and diesel in Peninsular Malaysia will increase by 15 sen, 20 sen and 10 sen per litre respectively for the period from May 21 to 27. The Ministry
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‘Anything is possible’: Negeri Sembilan MB does not rule out state election this year
SEREMBAN, May 20 — Negeri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun has not ruled out the possibility of the state election being held this year, although the matter is still under consideration. The Negeri Sembilan Pakatan Harapan (PH) chairman
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RMAF confirms F/A-18D Hornet lands safely at KKIA after engine trouble mid-flight
LABUAN, May 20 — The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) has confirmed that an F/A-18D Hornet aircraft, deployed on a detachment at the Labuan Air Base for training purposes, experienced an engine issue during its return flight after undergoing a
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