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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has secured a five-day remand order for three suspects linked to the alleged misuse of RM450,000 in penalty payments, signalling an intensified probe into financial misconduct.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested five additional immigration officers over allegations of hacking into the MyIMMs portal, expanding an investigation into serious breaches of the national immigration database.
A Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission investigator has denied conducting a biased investigation into the RM6.3 billion Penang undersea tunnel and roads project involving former Chief Minister Lim Guan Eng.
The 1Malaysia Development Bhd has launched a civil lawsuit against former Prime Minister Najib Razak, accusing him of orchestrating a systematic fraud that depleted the state fund of approximately RM51.4 billion through abuse of his executive authority.
Selangor's State Legislative Assembly Speaker Lau Weng San is methodically reviewing the status of all state assemblymen to determine whether any seats should be declared vacant, with a decision expected this week.
Malaysia's Parliamentary Select Committee will begin examining the Freedom of Information Bill 2026, with stakeholder concerns about the legislation's scope expected to shape the review process.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has stressed the need for stability in MARA's Bumiputera protection policies, announcing plans to table amendments to the MARA Act 1966 by year-end.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has disclosed that the Cabinet is considering broadening the scope of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji, Malaysia's pilgrims fund board, to assess compliance with previous rehabilitation recommendations.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved the declassification and public release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report investigating Tabung Haji's financial crisis between 2014 and 2020, marking a significant milestone in the pilgrims' fund board's recovery from a RM10.9 billion deficit.
Malaysia's agriculture ministry has proposed a national census to select an official national fruit, as durian and pineapple industries both seek the designation. The decision reflects the government's commitment to evidence-based policymaking.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has attributed Felda's near RM10 billion loss to mismanagement and political interference rather than settler work performance, highlighting governance failures at the agency.
Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has stressed that the Royal Malaysian Police will not overlook breaches of conduct after a dozen personnel faced arrest in connection with extorting a Vanuatu citizen.
The Independent Police Conduct Commission has received 1,635 public complaints since 2023, with 76 percent resolved. Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution highlighted the body's role in maintaining police accountability and integrity.
A proposal to create uniform admission standards for Syariah lawyers across Malaysia will be presented to the National Council for Islamic Religious Affairs, potentially streamlining cross-state practice.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for Malaysia to establish an integrated air disaster management system enabling all agencies to operate under unified command and share real-time information for faster, more effective emergency response.
The Royal Malaysian Police's outgoing Deputy Inspector-General has stressed that impartial law enforcement, regardless of political background, is essential for building a world-class police force trusted by the public.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has declared that no individual is exempt from legal accountability if implicated in the forthcoming Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, emphasising the need for transparent disclosure.
Johor's Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has defended the appointment of 10 deputy state executive councillors as a strategic move to boost administrative efficiency rather than expand political positions.
An MACC investigator has rejected the defence's claim that Penang state incurred no losses when transferring state land to fund a feasibility study for the proposed undersea tunnel project.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has reframed a significant cabinet reshuffle as part of planned administrative renewal, publicly thanking four outgoing exco members for their service while welcoming fresh faces.
Malaysia's Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee has not yet determined whether to launch a formal inquiry into the alleged RM200 million fraudulent investment by state pension fund KWAP in Indonesian aquaculture company eFishery.
The Federal Land Development Authority has appointed Tan Sri Ahmad Badri Mohd Zahir as chairman, bringing over three decades of public and corporate sector experience to lead the organisation's transformation strategy.
His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim received Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission chief commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman at Istana Negara, underscoring the monarchy's backing for the nation's anti-graft agenda.
Malaysia's Economy Minister has clarified that UNHCR refugee cards do not grant immunity from local laws, as the government intensifies border security and refugee management protocols following public safety concerns.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim warns that Malaysia's security framework must evolve to address modern threats that transcend traditional military and law enforcement domains.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed the importance of strengthened cooperation between the federal government and state governments to drive Malaysia's climate change agenda forward effectively.
Malaysia's Road Transport Department will deploy more officers for round-the-clock operations at KLIA to tackle illegal passenger transport touts, responding to ministry directives aimed at protecting the nation's gateway.
Penang's DAP Socialist Youth has pushed back against environmental critics labelling the Penang South Reclamation project an 'illegal island,' dismissing the characterisation as political propaganda after a court setback for the NGO.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored that Malaysia must prioritize strengthening domestic governance and eradicating corruption before making meaningful contributions to international affairs, speaking at the 39th Asia-Pacific Roundtable.
Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi has rejected assertions that development remains concentrated in certain areas, arguing that the state's economic transformation plan ensures equitable growth across all districts.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has announced five new appointments to its Anti-Corruption Advisory Board and Special Committee on Corruption, signalling renewed commitment to tackling graft.
Malaysia's Department of Wildlife and National Parks has launched a special task force to review and strengthen regulations governing elephant processions, responding to widespread public concern triggered by a viral video from a community event in Kelantan.