Malaysians are set to enjoy up to RM1,000 in personal income tax relief for entrance fees to local tourism centres and cultural programmes, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced during his Budget 2026 speech today. As part of the Visit Malaysia Year 2026 initiative, this move aims to revitalize domestic tourism by inspiring Malaysians […]
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In an act of support for a deeply emotional cause, Rapid KL has announced extended train services tonight to ensure smooth transportation for the expected crowd heading to the “Himpunan Solidariti Bersama Gaza” rally at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil. The Bukit Jalil LRT station, which is directly connected to the venue, will remain open until […]
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KUALA LUMPUR — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today held a critical pre-council meeting with the Conference of Rulers at Istana Negara, sharing updates on Malaysia’s preparations for the 47th ASEAN Summit, the upcoming Budget 2026, and major international diplomatic developments. Among the key issues discussed was an invitation extended to former U.S. President […]
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In a significant stride towards boosting bilateral trade ties, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced that Malaysia will open its market to agricultural and livestock products from Pakistan — particularly beef and other meat products — with an expected export value of up to US$200 million. Speaking at a joint press conference during […]
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In a developing international humanitarian crisis, several Malaysian volunteers aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) have been detained by the Israeli navy after their ships entered the R3 red zone in the Mediterranean Sea last night — a zone approximately 100 nautical miles from Gaza’s coast. The GSF mission, comprising 10 ships and 23 Malaysian […]
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PETALING JAYA: The invitation extended to US President Donald Trump for the upcoming 47th ASEAN Summit should be understood as part of Malaysia’s responsibilities as ASEAN Chair, not as an endorsement of any individual leader’s policies, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) emphasized today. Senior Press Secretary to the Prime Minister, Tunku Nashrul Tunku Abaidah, explained […]
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DILI, Timor-Leste – The evening of September 23 marked a moment of diplomatic warmth and historic significance as Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was given a grand ceremonial welcome at the Presidential Palace, kicking off his two-day official visit to Timor-Leste. Arriving with an air of purpose and brotherhood, Anwar was received with full […]
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KOTA KINABALU, Sept 15 — In a heartfelt and decisive move, the Sabah state government has announced the cancellation of the Malaysia Day state-level celebration scheduled for tomorrow at Padang Merdeka. The reason: to channel all available resources toward responding to the severe floods and landslides affecting at least seven districts in the state. Chief […]
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PUTRAJAYA, Sept 12 — Malaysia has plenty to smile about this year, as the 2024 Malaysia Happiness Index (MHI) scored a strong 7.60 out of 10, officially placing the nation in the “happy” category, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). This achievement isn’t just a number—it reflects the country’s progress in building a […]
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KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 — A quiet revolution is reshaping the Malaysian housing market — and it’s being led by Gen Z. According to property group Juwai IQI, four out of five Gen Z Malaysians now prefer high-rise living, opting for condominiums and apartments over traditional landed homes. This generational shift isn’t just about taste […]
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