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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has affirmed the Federal Government's confidence that Sarawak possesses the technical expertise and administrative capacity to successfully operate Bintulu Port after its transfer from federal to state jurisdiction.
TEKUN Nasional is piloting a rapid-approval system for small business loans under RM20,000, aiming to process applications within 24 hours. The initiative targets 180,000 MSMEs seeking quick access to working capital.
Penang Chinese Town Hall reported RM12.61mil in revenue for 2025, posting a small surplus of RM59,191. The organisation is planning a major China-Asean AI cooperation forum and has completed renovations to its Ping Zhang Hall.
Zhu Changjie, the former vice-chairman of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, is under investigation for alleged serious violations of Communist Party discipline and national laws, China's anti-corruption authorities announced.
Amir Fiqri, known as Amir Jack and a key aide to Muar MP Syed Saddiq, will represent Muda in the Maharani state seat during Johor's upcoming election.
MUDA has unveiled four candidates for the Johor state election, including party secretary-general Ainie Haziqah Shafii and Kulai chief M. Premanand, expanding its footprint ahead of the July 11 polls.
A Malaysian paediatrician practising in Perth faces 33 charges of child sexual abuse involving nine alleged victims after an expanded police investigation in Australia.
Malaysian police have arrested 39 wanted individuals across Selangor in a four-day enforcement operation. The roundup included suspects linked to violent crimes, property offences, and terrorism-related matters under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act.
Penang has approved RM129,900 to fund 68 youth development programmes run by 48 associations, focusing on skills, leadership and volunteerism initiatives.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says discussions between national oil company Petronas and Sarawak's Petros are progressing positively, reflecting efforts to resolve longstanding resource revenue disputes.
Foreign ministers from Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have jointly endorsed a US-Iran memorandum, describing it as a constructive move toward reducing tensions in West Asia and protecting regional security.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has affirmed the Federal Government's trust in Sarawak's capacity to operate Bintulu Port following its recent transition from federal to state jurisdiction, citing the state's experienced personnel and strategic importance to Malaysia's LNG sector.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has arrived in Malaysia for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation across multiple sectors of mutual interest.
Malaysian police have arrested 349 individuals across Selangor during a four-day coordinated operation targeting organised crime networks and fugitives. The sweep included five suspects detained under the Security Offences (Special Measures) Act 2012.
More than 300 young worshippers gathered at Masjid Usamah bin Zaid in Wangsa Maju for pre-dawn prayers followed by a 2026 World Cup match screening, demonstrating how religious institutions are engaging youth through culturally relevant activities.
Malaysia's higher education sector is gaining international recognition, with 27 institutions featured in the latest Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2026, including Universiti Teknologi Petronas breaking into Asia's top 40.
Authorities have extended the remand of a 37-year-old delivery rider implicated in the theft of RM10,000 from a wallet found at a Semenyih supermarket, with investigations continuing until June 23.
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