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Malaysia's parliament concluded a 16-day sitting today, having passed 13 bills addressing road safety, child protection, cybercrime, and social services. Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Dr Johari Abdul reminded MPs to prioritise health screenings.
Parliamentarians will scrutinise the Malaysia-Thailand Border Economic Zone's economic prospects and the Strait of Hormuz crisis during today's Dewan Rakyat sitting, with lawmakers seeking clarity on regional stability.
The Dewan Rakyat will debate MSME funding difficulties and Malaysia's drop in the World Press Freedom Index during today's Minister's Question Time, alongside constitutional amendments.
Parliament's second sitting week highlighted Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's defence of federal allocations, passage of critical cybercrime and child protection legislation, and government commitments to stabilising essential goods prices and modernising contract law.
The Dewan Rakyat convenes for a 16-day session to address the rollout of the Online Safety Act 2025, nationwide school safety concerns, and economic assistance for businesses affected by regional supply chain disruptions.
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.
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The Dewan Rakyat experienced significant disruption today as lawmakers clashed over allegations that previous election campaigns contained rhetoric suggesting Islam faced potential threats under specific political administrations.
The Dewan Rakyat will examine the rollout of Malaysia's Corporate Renewable Energy Energy Supply Scheme, the government's Myanmar strategy under the Five-Point Consensus, and data sovereignty safeguards as the nation pursues its AI ambitions.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has reiterated expectations that members of parliament fulfil their attendance obligations during sittings, warning against unexcused absences without legitimate grounds.
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Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has officially confirmed that Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin has returned to his position as Opposition Leader, following a temporary stint by Kemaman MP Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar.
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Speaker Johari announced that His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim has granted royal assent to eight bills previously passed by Parliament, moving them toward implementation across various sectors.
Heated parliamentary exchanges erupted between government and opposition lawmakers within an hour of the new sitting opening, with disputes over opposition leadership triggering sharp exchanges between PAS and Bersatu-aligned MPs.
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Parliament's Speaker has officially confirmed Hamzah Zainudin as the new Opposition Leader following a notification from Perikatan Nasional, marking a significant shift in parliamentary leadership roles.
Parliament Speaker Tan Sri Dr Johari Abdul has formally acknowledged Larut MP Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's position as opposition leader. The confirmation comes as the Dewan Rakyat prepares for its June sitting with several MPs' seating arrangements modified.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul says Muhyiddin requested a seating adjustment in Parliament. The speaker has also received official confirmation that Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin holds the position of opposition leader.
The Malaysian opposition coalition will formally notify the Dewan Rakyat Speaker of Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's appointment as opposition leader before the next parliamentary session convenes.
Perikatan Nasional's chief whip has formally notified the Dewan Rakyat Speaker's office of Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin's reappointment as opposition leader, completing the procedural requirements for his return to the post.
Malaysia's Dewan Rakyat will debate a constitutional amendment capping the prime minister's tenure at 10 years alongside three other major bills when parliament reconvenes Monday.
Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin will resume his role as opposition leader in parliament this week, with the official seating arrangement reflecting a significant shift in the opposition's internal hierarchy and Bersatu's repositioning.
Hamzah Zainudin has reclaimed his position as opposition leader in the Dewan Rakyat's front row, while Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has been relocated eight seats back following recent parliamentary shifts.