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Malaysia's leading media bodies converge in Penang this week for HAWANA 2026, with programmes exploring journalism's future amid artificial intelligence and digital disruption, culminating in celebrations honouring media professionals.
A special photo gallery opened at the HAWANA 2026 Summit in Butterworth documents the eight-year history of Malaysia's National Journalists' Day and the welfare initiatives that have supported media professionals facing health and financial hardship.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is in Penang for a two-day visit centred on HAWANA 2026, the national journalists' day celebration. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the grand finale, which aims to bring together 1,000 media practitioners to discuss journalism's future.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has praised TV AlHijrah's commitment to values-based broadcasting on its 16th anniversary, emphasizing the enduring importance of ethical media as the industry navigates digital disruption and content challenges.