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Malaysia's National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 wrapped up in Penang with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announcing additional welfare support for journalists and emphasizing media's critical role in sustaining informed societies.
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Penang has been selected to host the 2026 National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) celebrations, bringing together around 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and ASEAN countries to recognise the contributions of journalists and strengthen regional media cooperation.
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Institut Jantung Negara is providing a 15 per cent discount on comprehensive heart screening packages for media practitioners during National Journalists' Day 2026, addressing cardiovascular health concerns in a high-stress profession.
Bernama's successful organization of HAWANA 2026 Grand Finale in Penang showcased the agency's capacity to execute large-scale events using internal resources, with over 1,000 journalists attending.
The late Azlan Idris, former chief of Bernama Radio, has been named recipient of the HAWANA 2026 Special Award, presented posthumously to his widow at a ceremony in Butterworth.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil has proposed establishing annual retreat sessions with media practitioners at future HAWANA celebrations, creating a structured channel for the industry to submit policy recommendations and address economic sustainability challenges.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Penang following his Turkmenistan visit to oversee National Journalists' Day 2026 festivities and spearhead regional investment initiatives.
Butterworth is set to host the RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 carnival this weekend, a three-day celebration of National Journalists' Day featuring live concerts, creative markets, and cultural activities targeting 30,000 visitors.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day 2026 concludes with a grand celebration in Penang, where Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will recognise outstanding journalists and celebrate media's role in nation building.
Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib hosted a gala dinner for nearly 350 media practitioners from Malaysia and ASEAN countries to mark National Journalists' Day 2026, recognising the media's contribution to national development.
Malaysia's journalism community convenes in Penang for HAWANA 2026, with leading media organisations organising programmes to tackle AI disruption, digitalisation and the evolving role of professional journalism in society.
Malaysia's premier National Journalists' Day summit opens tomorrow in Penang under the theme 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility', with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officiating proceedings expected to draw around 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and internationally.
A curated photo gallery at the HAWANA 2026 Summit in Butterworth captures eight years of Malaysia's National Journalists' Day celebrations and the impact of Tabung Kasih@HAWANA assistance on media professionals facing financial hardship.
Penang becomes the focal point for Malaysia's journalism community as the HAWANA 2026 summit concludes tomorrow with approximately 1,000 media professionals attending. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the event themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility'.
Penang State Government is optimistic about hosting HAWANA 2026, the National Journalists' Day celebration, with preparations led by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow and backing from the Communications Ministry.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day celebration in Penang will offer exclusive limited-edition merchandise including branded jackets and T-shirts, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim set to officiate the main event.
Penang police are deploying enhanced security and traffic management for the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day summit at PICCA Convention Centre in Butterworth, with main roads remaining open to minimise disruption to residents.