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MCMC to act on Anwar’s directive to strengthen data security via Sovereign AI Cloud
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will immediately carry out Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s directive to strengthen the country’s data security through the implementation of the Sovereign AI Cloud policy. Communications Minister Datuk
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MCMC urges media to report responsibly on Melaka school sexual assault case
PUTRAJAYA, Oct 12 — The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has urged the media to report ethically and responsibly on the alleged sexual assault case involving secondary school students in Melaka, without publishing sensational content that could disrupt investigations or
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Fahmi, Gobind call for stronger digital ecosystem to drive Malaysia’s AI future
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 12 — Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo have stressed the urgent need for Malaysia to strengthen its digital ecosystem to fully harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and remain competitive
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Government to table Anti-Bullying Bill, boost campus safety with additional CCTV
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — The government will table the Anti-Bullying Bill 2025 during the current Parliament sitting, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced today, calling bullying a “silent crime” that must be eradicated from Malaysian society. “Bullying is
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Postal vote applications for all Sabah poll categories open Oct 13, says EC
KOTA KINABALU, Oct 10 — Applications for domestic and international postal voting for the 17th Sabah State Election will open on Monday (Oct 13). Election Commission (EC) secretary Datuk Khairul Shahril Idrus said the postal voting applications are open for
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Taxi drivers to get 100pc tax exemptions on new national cars, RM10m for skills training
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — As part of the RM470 billion federal budget for 2026, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today announced continued support for taxi drivers, including full tax exemptions for new vehicle purchases and RM10 million in
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Budget 2026 focuses on quality of life and economic resilience
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — The Madani Government’s commitment to balancing national development with the wellbeing of its citizens by prioritising quality of life across all segments of society and strengthening economic resilience takes centre stage in the national budget
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Public sector to anchor economic growth under 13th Malaysia Plan, says Finance Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 10 — Public sector entities will remain as a catalyst for sustained and inclusive economic growth, anchored by the 13th Malaysia Plan 2026-2030. The consolidated public sector (CPS) position encompasses the combined fiscal activities of the federal
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Kenari driver in Sibu’s viral Jalan Oya crash gets two-day remand extension
SIBU, Oct 10 — The driver of a Perodua Kenari, seen in a viral video crashing into a motorcycle and several vehicles along Jalan Oya here on Oct 5, had his remand period extended by a further two days today.
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PDP declares full support for party president Tiong King Sing over Global Travel Meet controversy
SIBU, Oct 10 — Bawang Assan assemblyman Datuk Seri Wong Soon Koh expressed full support for Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing, describing him as a leader of integrity, courage and results-oriented leadership who has constantly placed
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