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Malaysia's upper house has passed the Social Work Profession Bill 2026, creating a regulatory council comprising government, private sector, NGOs and academia to standardise qualifications and protect the public.
More than 400 Islamic finance professionals gathered in Terengganu for Malaysia's National Baitulmal Convention 2026, focusing on how digital technology and innovative financial instruments can strengthen Baitulmal institutions' role in driving economic growth across Muslim communities.
Malaysia's Islamic affairs department is rolling out 19 substantial waqf projects valued at RM321 million nationwide. The National Waqf Master Plan 2025-2030 is poised for Cabinet approval this year, with all state Islamic councils already endorsing the framework.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the government's commitment to preventing refugee groups from disrupting public spaces or causing disorder, signalling a firm approach to managing Malaysia's refugee situation.
Penang residents are increasingly using the TTPM consumer tribunal to resolve disputes, with 777 claims filed last year and 775 resolved. State officials credit growing public awareness and simplified access to justice.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has signalled that the long-awaited final report from the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji may be released imminently, contingent upon whether Cabinet approval is necessary.
Malaysia's decision to study establishing a national petroleum reserve responds to mounting geopolitical risks threatening global energy supplies. Analysts warn of structural instability in key shipping corridors and recommend diversified resilience strategies.
An economist has cautioned that Malaysia's proposed petroleum reserve should not stand alone but form part of a comprehensive economic security strategy covering food, critical minerals, semiconductors and digital infrastructure to build true resilience.
Malaysia's statistics authority is ramping up efforts to implement the newly passed Statistics Bill 2026, which modernises the nation's data governance framework and replaces a law dating back to 1965.
Malaysia is studying the creation of a national petroleum reserve as part of a broader strategic reassessment of energy security. Experts say the move reflects shifting global realities where economic resilience now rivals efficiency in importance.
Malaysia's government is leveraging the PAKW basic living expenditure framework to design targeted interventions addressing the significant cost-of-living gap between urban centres and rural regions, with data showing stark differences across states.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced the government will evaluate establishing a national petroleum reserve to bolster energy security amid geopolitical uncertainties. The move comes as Malaysia accelerates renewable energy adoption and transport electrification.
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission will host the International Regulatory Conference 2026 on July 21–22 at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, bringing together global regulators and industry experts to shape digital governance frameworks.
Tabung Haji will continue allocating Haj places on a first-come-first-served basis without creating preferential categories, Deputy Minister Marhamah Rosli confirmed in Parliament, emphasizing fairness and transparency in managing the pilgrimage waiting list.
Malaysia will host the National Cyber Security Summit 2026 at Putrajaya International Convention Centre from July 7 to 9, bringing together government officials, industry leaders and cyber experts to advance the nation's digital security strategy.
The Malaysian government has allocated more than RM12 million through MITRA to support the Indian community via kindergarten subsidies and temple development programmes, benefiting thousands of B40 families and religious institutions.
Malaysia celebrated World Rural Development Day for the first time on July 6, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid stressing the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development's commitment to uplifting rural communities through innovation, digitalisation, and entrepreneurship.
Malaysia's Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme has assisted 93,555 first-time homebuyers in securing home loans, with the government targeting 100,000 beneficiaries by year-end. RM18 billion remains available under the RM40 billion allocation.
The Malaysian government has approved an additional RM10 million in matching grants to support taxi operators replacing aged vehicles, addressing fleet modernisation across the country.
Malaysia's proposed Competition (Amendment) Bill 2026 will expand the Malaysia Competition Commission's investigative powers and create new criminal offences to combat cartels exploiting digital technologies and disappearing messages to hide evidence.
Malaysia's trade ministry has revoked diesel purchase restrictions across Sabah, Sarawak, and Labuan, replacing volume limits with a MyKad-based verification system under the standardised BUDI Diesel Programme at RM2.10 per liter.
Malaysia's Talian Kasih 15999 helpline has handled 9,327 domestic violence calls since 2022, with all cases resolved or under active intervention, Deputy Minister Lim Hui Ying confirmed in Parliament.
The Malaysian government is pursuing major improvements to Langkawi's domestic and international transport infrastructure whilst rolling out targeted support for small businesses, aiming to transform the island into a diversified economic hub beyond tourism.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has ordered Malaysia's local authorities to accelerate approval processes, citing costly delays in housing and factory construction that undermine the nation's competitive standing.
Malaysia's Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has commended the Batu Gajah Correctional Centre for achieving a Malaysia Book of Records recognition through a life-saving skills training programme involving 42 inmates.
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The Dewan Rakyat convened to address three pressing national concerns: the economic fallout from maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, overhauls to the hajj pilgrimage system, and emerging frameworks for artificial intelligence regulation.
Malaysia's government must strengthen its national statistical system and harness data analytics and artificial intelligence to drive the 13th Malaysia Plan's success, Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof has said.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved establishment of the National Tahfiz Council, led by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi, to create unified standards and educational pathways for tahfiz students across the country.