Malaysia Malay Mail

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:54:48 +0800
MEF backs 13MP workforce strategy, calls for more incentives to boost skills
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has called for stronger alignment between governm...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:50:34 +0800
13MP: TVET expansion targets tahfiz students, ageing care and high-tech industries; aims to create 1.2 million new jobs
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government will introduce the Perkasa Madani TVET (Technical and Vocational Education...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:42:39 +0800
Malaysia shifts from race-based to needs-based policies under 13MP to promote social justice and equal opportunities, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government is determined to shift from race-based solutions to needs-based approaches...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:30:12 +0800
PM: Govt unveils inclusive development agenda under 13MP to support women, PWDs and seniors through education and jobs
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government will continue to empower vulnerable groups, including women, persons with d...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:21:07 +0800
PM: Malaysia accelerates green economy under 13MP, prioritises sustainability and low-carbon growth
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government will intensify efforts to implement a comprehensive green economy agenda un...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:13:33 +0800
Govt strengthens national policies via Madani Economy, with bold reforms and inclusive growth under 13MP, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Madani government has boldly and decisively shaped the direction of national policies...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:00:37 +0800
Malaysia unveils RM20b infrastructure boost via flood mitigation and cross-border upgrades under 13MP
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Infrastructure and public facility projects, particularly those involving flood mitigation...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:49:43 +0800
Cabinet backs 13MP blueprint, hails focus on jobs, rural uplift
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Cabinet ministers today expressed support for the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) unveiled by Pr...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:39:32 +0800
13MP: Malaysia sets path to lead SE Asia in digital economy and green tech
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia has set a clear direction to emerge as a leader in the digital economy and green...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:35:27 +0800
With e-waste surging, DOE urges stronger action from state governments against illegal dumps
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia is seeing a steady rise in electronic waste (e-waste) generation consistent with...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:20:06 +0800
Anwar pledges one million affordable homes nationwide by 2035 under 13MP
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — A total of one million affordable housing units will be developed by the federal governmen...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:13:55 +0800
13MP: Malaysia targets RM80b in halal exports, 11pc GDP contribution, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government is aiming to raise the country’s halal export value to RM80 billion a...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:10:02 +0800
Anwar says 13MP is Malaysia’s big reset for a fairer, smarter future
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) as a b...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:13:34 +0800
13MP to widen ‘pro-health tax’ to cover tobacco, vapes, alcohol
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia will expand its “pro-health” tax beyond sugary products to include to...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:03:35 +0800
13MP: Malaysia allocates RM67b to build schools, boost STEM and early education
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — A total of RM67 billion will be allocated for the education sector under the 13th Malaysia...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:56:44 +0800
New haze forecasting system in the works as DOE steps up monitoring, enforcement
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Department of Environment (DOE) is developing a detailed haze forecasting system in co...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:47:06 +0800
RM40b for healthcare overhaul in Malaysia’s 13MP, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The federal government has allocated RM40 billion under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) 2026...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:41:08 +0800
Sabah police probe possible bullying in Zara Qairina’s death, deny VIP cover-up claims
KOTA KINABALU, July 31 — Police are investigating whether bullying was a factor in the death of 13-year-old s...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:28:35 +0800
13MP: Malaysia wants 95pc of government services to be online by 2030
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Malaysian government wants 95 per cent of its services to the public to be fully onlin...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:27:27 +0800
PM: 13MP sets RM430b development path to boost AI, ‘Made by Malaysia’ economy
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which aims to drive sustainable growth based on value creat...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:22:45 +0800
13MP: Malaysia to adopt free market model, lead region by 2040, says Economy Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia will continue to progress as a developed nation based on its definition and value...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:17:10 +0800
Anwar: Trump to reveal Malaysia import tariff rate tomorrow
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — United States (US) President Donald Trump will announce the new tariff rate to be imposed...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:13:41 +0800
As Malaysia grows older, PM says Putrajaya to review retirement age in 13MP
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia's mandatory retirement age of 60 will be reviewed with the possibility of bei...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:09:54 +0800
‘Made by Malaysia’ economy to drive nation’s ascent to top 30 global status by 2030 under 13MP, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia aims to rise as a leading Asian economy with its own identity rooted in Eastern c...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:02:19 +0800
Sabah and Sarawak named national sustainable energy hubs under 13MP, says PM
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The federal government has placed special emphasis on elevating Sabah and Sarawak as Malay...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:57:14 +0800
Cambodia seeks Malaysian military help to secure release of 20 soldiers held by Thailand
PHNOM PENH, July 31 — Cambodia is seeking the assistance of the Malaysian armed forces, serving as the ceasefire c...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:43:54 +0800
PM: 13MP charts course for Malaysia’s maritime future with port upgrades, shipping and blue economy push
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government will prioritise the growth of strategic industries within a sustainable and...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:35:47 +0800
Malaysia to make preschool mandatory for kids aged five as part of 13MP education reforms
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 – Putrajaya will make preschool education mandatory for children starting at the age of five...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:29:20 +0800
Mukah forest fire tamed by aerial assault — 6,360 litres dropped before chopper glitch (VIDEO)
SIBU, July 31 — Aerial water bombing using a helicopter has successfully slowed the spread of a forest fire coveri...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:22:43 +0800
Mukah in Sarawak records Malaysia’s only unhealthy air reading as API hits 160
KUCHING, July 31 — Air quality in Mukah has continued to deteriorate with an unhealthy Air Pollutant Index (API) r...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:10:07 +0800
Govt to enhance Orang Asli rights under revised Aboriginal Peoples Act, says DPM Zahid
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Government has given its assurance to uphold and enhance the rights of the Orang Asli...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:53:50 +0800
Anwar unveils ambitious RM611b 13th Malaysia Plan to transform economy by 2030
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today tabled the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) with th...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:51:20 +0800
Amir Hamzah warns public of SARA aid scams, confirms automatic eligibility for MyKad holders — no registration required
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Ministry of Finance (MOF) has urged the public not to be deceived by fraud or scam inv...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:27:48 +0800
Anwar: Trump to attend Asean Summit in Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said US President Donald Trump has given his under...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:13:54 +0800
Govt ends blanket egg subsidy, introduces targeted support from August 1
PUTRAJAYA, July 31 — The government today announced the restructuring of chicken egg subsidies, to take effect tom...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:06:26 +0800
King and Queen honour fallen heroes at 2025 Warriors’ Day parade, joined by Anwar and Dr Wan Azizah
PUTRAJAYA, July 31 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, King and Queen of Malaysia, to...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:59:35 +0800
Sources: Anwar, Trump hold phone call before US tariff deadline on Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR, July  31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim spoke with President Donald Trump today, ahe...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:54:17 +0800
Dewan Rakyat Speaker: Malaysia calls for urgent UN reform, proposes stronger parliamentary role
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia has called for urgent reform of global institutions, particularly the United Nati...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:25:28 +0800
Seremban hostel warden sentenced to six years’ prison for sodomising five boys under 12
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Seremban Sessions Court today sentenced a hostel warden to six years imprisonment and...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:16:24 +0800
US backs Malaysia-led truce in Thai-Cambodian conflict, Rubio calls for ceasefire enforcement in talks with Tok Mat
WASHINGTON, July 31 — US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan discussed ten...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 11:13:01 +0800
Melaka man gets 33 years in prison for 2018 murder of car rental customer
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The High Court today sentenced a former car rental operator to 33 years in prison for murd...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:59:32 +0800
Public Cleansing Reform: Nga Kor Ming announces EV-powered cleaning and stricter litter laws in 13MP
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT) is set to introduce the Public Cleansi...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:54:00 +0800
Malaysia reaffirms mediator role in Thai-Cambodian border crisis, observer mission underway
BANGKOK, July 31 — Malaysia’s Chief of Defence Force, General Datuk Mohammad Nizam Jaffar, has reaffirmed th...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:36:18 +0800
Malaysia, Vietnam reaffirm strategic ties and Asean cooperation in phone call, says Anwar
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — Malaysia and Vietnam are ready to strengthen bilateral relations and continue exploring th...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:25:07 +0800
Anwar thanks Prabowo for Indonesia’s support in Asean, calls for unity amid rising regional tensions
JAKARTA, July 31 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed appreciation to President Prabowo Subiant...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:14:18 +0800
Seized 1MDB paintings put up for auction, but art world sniffs at sketchy-looking website
NEW YORK, July 30 — The US Marshals Service is conducting an online sale of four valuable artworks created by reno...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:13:35 +0800
Malaysia-Indonesia pact sets stage for energy, labour protections, strategic halal and palm oil leadership
JAKARTA, July 31 — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hav...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:05:55 +0800
Muslim women’s rights group changes name to SIS Forum after Selangor Sultan’s remark forbidding use of ‘Islam’
KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — SIS Forum (Malaysia) has announced today that it will no longer use the name “Sister...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:04:36 +0800
Anwar and Prabowo agree to accelerate land and maritime boundary talks to resolve issues and boost cross-border trade
JAKARTA, July 31 — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim rea...

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 09:46:29 +0800
Johor MB raises healthcare worker recruitment concerns with Singapore minister in bilateral meet
SNGAPORE, July 31 — Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi said he raised the issue of the republic’s rep...

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