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The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has intensified its investigation into Tabung Haji's RM370 million plantation share purchases, questioning the fund's former chief financial officer for more than six hours as part of a broader probe into alleged abuse of power.
Malaysia's Parliamentary Select Committee will begin examining the Freedom of Information Bill 2026, with Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said chairing proceedings. The panel will evaluate stakeholder concerns about the bill's scope.
Melaka's Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh has appealed to successful individuals from the state to become strategic partners with the government, leveraging their experience to create opportunities for emerging talent and future leaders.
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Women secured just three of 36 seats in the Negeri Sembilan state election, with victories split between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan, highlighting persistent gender disparities in Malaysian electoral politics.
Barisan Nasional chairman Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will consult the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan before finalising the coalition's candidate for Menteri Besar, signalling respect for constitutional protocol.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has formally launched an investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry's findings on Tabung Haji, deploying officers to the institution's Putrajaya headquarters.
The Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan has ordered the immediate revocation of two state honours awarded to former Menteri Besar Tan Sri Rais Yatim, citing the need to preserve the dignity of the Royal Institution.
Malaysia's Attorney General's Chambers will urgently review a damning Royal Commission report on Tabung Haji's operations between 2014 and 2020, assessing whether legal action should follow.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has revealed that the cabinet is considering widening the scope of the Royal Commission Inquiry into Tabung Haji to provide a more comprehensive evaluation of the fund board's rehabilitation efforts.
Malaysia's Royal Commission of Inquiry into Tabung Haji has urged authorities to act decisively on multiple police reports and complaints filed between 2018 and 2019 covering alleged breaches spanning institutional management, property sales, and profit distributions.
Melaka has been awarded RM9.801 million under the Ecological Fiscal Transfer for Biodiversity Conservation initiative for 2026, with disbursements made in stages to strengthen environmental protection and sustainability across the state.
Minister Azalina Othman Said has indicated the government is considering establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry into allegations of 'corporate mafia' activities that threaten public institutions' integrity and citizen trust.
Law Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has affirmed that the government views alleged corporate mafia activities with concern and remains receptive to establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry if warranted, though current investigations must be allowed to continue unimpeded.
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has condemned what he describes as treacherous actions by individuals within Negri Sembilan who are reportedly attempting to undermine and destabilise the state government headed by caretaker Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.
Melaka PKR has urged all parties to resolve the nominated assemblymen controversy through consensus and negotiation, cautioning against hasty decisions that could destabilise the state administration and development agenda.
Five Pakatan Harapan assemblymen have withdrawn from the Melaka state government following their objection to a constitutional amendment bill that would permit up to seven nominated state assemblymen.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed that the federal government allocates development funds and assistance impartially across all states, regardless of whether they are ruled by the ruling coalition or opposition parties.
Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah has stepped down from Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia's top decision-making body, citing the need to devote full attention to state governance during his final year in office.
A DAP candidate in Skudai is calling for transparency, questioning whether Barisan Nasional has reached a secret agreement with PAS over five appointed government positions that Johor voters should know about.
DAP's Liew Chin Tong has appealed to Johor voters to spurn a revival of policies linked to former premier Najib Razak's administration, advocating instead for Malaysia's continued progress.
Melaka's state government has recorded a 91.94% public satisfaction rate for 2025, driven largely by the Wakil Rakyat Untuk Rakyat programme that deploys civil servants to resolve community issues directly in constituencies.