Malaysia records RM254.7bil in investments in the first nine months of 2025, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia has successfully recorded a total approved investment of RM254.7 bil across various economic sectors during the first nine months of this year. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this represents a 10.7% increase compared to RM230.2bil recorded in the same period in 2023. He added that the investment figure involves 4,753 projects, expected...

Anwar vows ongoing reforms, good governance under unity govt

KUALA LUMPUR: The unity government will continue to push for reforms and uphold good governance, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister, in a post on his official Facebook page, said the unity government will continue to correct wrongs that had resulted from irresponsible use of power and abuse of trust. "I acknowledge that the nation's...

Anwar urges Muslims to embrace Hijrah spirit for cultural, spiritual renewal

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday urged Muslims to embrace the spirit of Prophet Muhammad's Hijrah (migration) from Makkah to Madinah to liberate themselves from acts of polytheism, oppression, tyranny and ignorance. Anwar said this reflection is crucial for transforming the Muslim community towards a new culture, new beliefs, new convictions and new...

Sheikh Al-Azhar’s visit to Malaysia a great honour, says Anwar

PUTRAJAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has described the special visit of the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif (Sheikh Al-Azhar), Prof Dr Ahmad Muhammad Ahmad At-Tayyeb, to Malaysia as a great honour, recognising the visit from a highly respected and revered figure in the Islamic world. He said Sheikh Al-Azhar, currently on a four-day special...

Time to embrace serious pension, retirement reforms, says Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: It is time for Malaysia to embrace serious reforms in its pension and retirement framework to ensure financial security and equity for all Malaysians, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar said a recent survey found that 26.1% of respondents above the age of 60 will continue to work until their health fails...

Sanusi apologises to Anwar

JITRA: Datuk Seri Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor (pic) has apologised to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Cabinet ministers for making inappropriate remarks that could jeopardise the hablumminnas (relationship with other humans) aspect. The Kedah Mentri Besar sought forgiveness from Anwar and ministers who were attending an event here for comments made throughout his tenure...

TVET boost to tackle engineer shortage in Malaysia, says Anwar

KOTA BARU: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes are set to be enhanced to address the shortage of 30,000 engineers in the country, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. He also emphasised the importance of focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to keep pace with current demands. "I mentioned it in front of all...

Health Ministry offering free dental check-ups in Madani anniversary programme

KUALA LUMPUR: The Health Ministry is offering free dental check-ups including scaling and tooth filling, in conjunction with the Madani Government One Year Anniversary Programme at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium grounds here. Dr Nor Azmina Ahmad Roslan, a dental officer at Seremban Health Clinic, said visitors would undergo specific procedures before receiving treatment at the...

PM Anwar leaves for New York to attend 78th UN General Assembly

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim left for New York on Tuesday (Sept 19) night to participate in the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Accompanying him were his wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail and other members of the Malaysian delegation.   Anwar in his Facebook post said that in the gathering with...

PM to deliver National Day Perdana address at 2pm today

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will deliver his 2023 National Day Perdana address at the Plenary Hall, Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC), at 2pm today (Aug 30). The event will be televised live on local channels such as Bernama TV and Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM), as well as via the Prime Minister’s and...