Pros of six-year-olds entering Year One outweigh the cons, says Anwar

KEPALA BATAS: The government's move to allow voluntary enrolment of Year One pupils at the age of six from 2027 should not be viewed in a negative light, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said it must be seen in the context of improving the quality of the nation's education, particularly in providing early...

Seven new pol-secs sworn-in on Jan 21

PETALING JAYA: Seven new political secretaries have been sworn in to seven ministerial portfolios, according to sources. The swearing-in ceremony took place on Wednesday (Jan 21) before Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and it was witnessed by Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Shamsul Azri Bakar, sources said. Norashekin Yusof was sworn-in as the political...

Salary hike a recognition of civil servants’ dedication, commitment, says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: The second phase of the civil service salary increase under the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) on Thursday (Jan 22) is not merely about figures, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said that instead, it represented a recognition of the dedication and commitment shown by civil servants in driving Malaysia's development. Anwar stated...

Five million to receive STR starting today, says PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Phase 1 of the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) for 2026 will be rolled out from Tuesday (Jan 20) to five million recipients, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. "As I announced in my New Year message this year, the Madani Govt began disbursing the Phase 1 of the STR payments today (Jan 20). "A...

Improvements to Sara distribution ensure more orderly, targeted aid disbursement, says PM

KUALA LUMPUR: Improvements to the Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (Sara) assistance, which began today, were formulated with full commitment to ensure that the people can meet their basic needs in a more orderly, targeted and continuous manner, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said the move is in line with the Madani Government's determination to...

Anwar conferred Turkiye’s Order of the Republic

ANKARA: Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was on Wednesday (Jan 7) conferred the Order of the Republic, Turkiye’s highest state honour, in recognition of his role in strengthening bilateral ties between Malaysia and the republic. The decoration was presented by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a ceremony held at the Presidential Complex here,...

Melaka’s new RM1.8bil shipyard to be named after navigator Panglima Awang

MELAKA: A RM1.8bil modern shipyard to be developed here will be named after Panglima Awang, also known as "Enrique de Malacca", the famed navigator believed to have circumnavigated the globe in the 1500s, under a strategic collaboration with Turkiye. Melaka Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh said he lobbied for the shipyard to be named...

Anwar calls for transparent, orderly Ramadan bazaars

PETALING JAYA: Local councils are urged to make Ramadan bazaars more transparent and orderly, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister praised Petaling Jaya for its transparent management of Ramadan bazaars where online registration is used to prevent exploitation by middlemen and ensure fairness for traders. “Ramadan provides opportunities for citizens, especially those from the lower-income...

PM welcomes IMF’s latest assessment of Malaysia’s economic performance

PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim welcomed the International Monetary Fund (IMF) assessment of Malaysia’s economic performance. Anwar said the government's priority remains to ensure that the nation's economic stability is well managed and enjoyed by Malaysians. "The government's priority remains in ensuring that economic stability is not only managed responsibly, but is also felt by the...

Seri Negara restoration focused on preserving character, improving safety, says Khazanah

KUALA LUMPUR: Khazanah Nasional has completed the restoration of Seri Negara, one of the nation's historic buildings where the 1957 Federation of Malaya Agreement was signed, marking Malaysia's independence. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim witnessed the opening of the building on Monday (Dec 15), following a 10-month restoration carried out by Khazanah as part of...