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Agriculture minister: National food security act to be tabled next year

KLANG, June 20 — The National Food Security Act is expected to be tabled in Parliament next year, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said. He said the proposed Act, which aims to ensure the stability of

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DAP names four candidates for Johor state election

JOHOR BAHRU, June 20 — DAP has named four candidates for the Johor state election on July 11. The candidates are Nor Zulaila Abd Ghani, 38, private secretary to the Deputy Finance Minister, who will contest the Tiram state seat,

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Anwar to present HAWANA prizes, special awards to journalists at PICCA Convention Centre

BUTTERWORTH, June 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived at the PICCA Convention Centre @ Butterworth Arena to officiate the highlight of the National Journalists’ Day (HAWANA) 2026 celebration. Anwar arrived at 2.40 pm and was received

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RM150 unlimited travel: Rapid KL opens digital monthly pass to all passengers

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — Rapid KL has introduced a digital Rapid Monthly Pass, allowing users to purchase and activate unlimited travel directly through the TNG eWallet application. The initiative is part of Rapid KL’s broader effort to digitise public

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Why diesel? Anthony Loke defends Shuttle Selatan choice to avoid years of waiting

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — The decision to deploy diesel trains for the KTM Shuttle Selatan service was a pragmatic move to ensure commuters have immediate access to transport rather than facing years of waiting, Transport Minister Anthony Loke said.

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US, China, or India? Anwar explains why Malaysia doesn’t have to choose

SEBERANG PERAI, June 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today that Malaysia’s policy of engaging all major powers while maintaining independence and neutrality has increased investor confidence and created new economic opportunities for the country. Speaking at

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Anwar lauds US-Iran de-escalation, warns geopolitical turmoil hits the poor hardest

SEBERANG PERAI, June 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has hailed the reported de-escalation of tensions between the United States and Iran, describing the breakthrough as a vital win for global energy security and economic stability. Speaking at

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Neutrality pays: Anwar links landmark Turkmenistan gas deal to Malaysia’s balanced foreign policy

SEBERANG PERAI, June 20 — Malaysia has secured a foothold in one of the world’s largest gas fields, with Turkmenistan granting Petronas the opportunity to lead development in two major blocks, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today. Anwar

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Low water levels at major dams trigger cloud seeding and fire warning in Sarawak

KUCHING, June 19 — The water level at Batang Ai Dam is currently at ‘Event and Drought Emergency Level 1’, while Bakun Dam is at ‘Drought Emergency Level 1’, revealed Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. The Deputy Chief Minister said

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Selangor hawkers to get six-month rent discount from July under state relief package

SHAH ALAM, June 19 — The Selangor government will provide a 30 per cent rental reduction for hawkers and traders operating at Local Authority (PBT) premises under Phase Two of the Selangor Resilience Strengthening Package. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin

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