Tag - Anwar Ibrahim

Anwar receives courtesy call from Siti Nurhaliza

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has received a courtesy visit from Biduanita Negara Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Tarudin and discussed various topics related to the arts. Anwar said the courtesy call at his office in Putrajaya was also attended by Siti Nurhaliza's husband Datuk Seri Khalid Mohamad Jiwa, representing Yayasan Nurjiwa. "Various topics were...

Anwar calls for bold education reforms ahead of 13th Malaysia Plan

KUALA LUMPUR: Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised the need for bold and comprehensive reforms in developing Malaysia's new education strategy ahead of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP). The Prime Minister, in a Facebook post Wednesday (May 7) night, said that existing policies must be reviewed and refreshed to ensure every ringgit invested through 13MP yields...

Pakistani PM postpones official visit to Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has postponed his official visit to Malaysia scheduled for this Friday (May 9) in light of recent tensions following the attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said Shehbaz informed him of the decision during a phone call on Sunday (May 4). ALSO READ: Malaysian and...

Anwar launches Madani workers’ card, one million workers to enjoy discounts

KUALA LUMPUR: One million union members will receive discounts of up to 30% from over 100 companies offering essential goods and services through the Madani Workers' Card initiative.   Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the initiative when delivering a message in conjunction with the 2025 National Labour Day celebration at Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil here...

Maldives President accorded official welcome at Perdana Putra

PUTRAJAYA: Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, who arrived yesterday for a four-day official visit to Malaysia, was accorded an official welcoming ceremony at Perdana Putra Complex here Monday (April 28). Muizzu was received by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at the venue at 9am, after which the national anthems of both countries were played. Muizzu then...

No Cabinet reshuffle, PKR polls strictly a party matter, says Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: There are changes to the Cabinet planned, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar, who is also PKR president, said this when asked if a Cabinet reshuffle is imminent after several prominent figures lost their posts during the recent PKR division elections. "No. This is a party election. It is being conducted properly. "This is strictly...

‘No money’ claim by American commentator exposes his ignorance, says Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: The American political commentator who dismissed the value of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to South-East Asia only managed to expose his ignorance, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. "This shows a trapped imperialist and colonialist mentality. Certainly, he has no understanding of Asia and Asean, including our latest developments," the Prime Minister told reporters after...

Anwar extends Good Friday, Easter greetings to Christians nationwide

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Friday extended his greetings on Good Friday and Easter Sunday to all Christians. In a Facebook post, Anwar encouraged all Malaysians to nurture a spirit of love and mutual respect by extending warm wishes to friends celebrating the occasion. "May the harmony we enjoy continue to flourish, and may...

State banquet welcoming Chinese President Xi Jinping features traditional cuisine, performances

PETALING JAYA: The state banquet welcoming Chinese President Xi Jinping features Malaysian traditional delicacies. During the event on Wednesday (April 16), the dishes served include satay, otak-otak, nasi briyani and Nyonya and Malay kuihs. The banquet, hosted by His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, at Istana Negara, also showcased cultural performances by the National Department for...

Anwar says Malaysia committed to work with China, describes Xi as a ‘true friend’

PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has expressed its commitment to work with China in various areas, including economy, trade and emerging technologies such as AI, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister, who referred to Chinese President Xi Jinping as a 'true friend', said he and the Cabinet warmly welcome Xi and his delegation to Malaysia. "We will work...