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Malaysia's Senate President Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah has described the Youth Parliament as a crucial training ground for democratic citizenship, emphasizing how it teaches young Malaysians to engage constructively in civic life.
Malaysia's Dewan Negara has concluded its second meeting of the fifth parliamentary session, passing two legislative measures aimed at strengthening governance and modernising the statistical framework while prioritising fiscal sustainability and economic competitiveness.
Malaysia is advancing a RM414 million rural infrastructure drive in Sarawak while intensifying efforts to strengthen community cohesion and women's legal protections across the nation.
Malaysia's upper house has endorsed the Cyber Security Bill 2026, a comprehensive legislative overhaul that replaces the 27-year-old Computer Crimes Act 1997. The measure addresses modern cyber threats including fraud and election interference while establishing international cooperation frameworks.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has commended Senator Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed for securing a second term as Deputy Senate President, alongside Senator Musoddak Ahmad's reappointment during parliamentary proceedings.
Senator Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed has been reappointed as Deputy Speaker of the Dewan Negara for a second consecutive term, with his tenure running until June 2029. He and fellow senator Mussodak Ahmad were sworn in today.
Parliament observed a moment of collective sympathy on June 29 as the Dewan Rakyat extended formal condolences to the Dewan Negara President following the death of his mother that morning.