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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has officially opened the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day celebration in Penang, bringing together around 1,000 media professionals from Malaysia and neighbouring countries to discuss media integrity and journalism standards.
The HAWANA 2026 Summit has begun at PICCA@Arena Butterworth Convention Centre, bringing together approximately 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and across ASEAN. The event, themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility', will be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day 2026 culminates today in Penang with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiating the ceremony. The event brings together 1,000 media professionals to discuss media integrity and recognise contributions to journalism.
Penang will host the culminating event of HAWANA 2026 tomorrow, drawing approximately 1,000 journalists and media professionals from across Malaysia and internationally. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the summit centred on media integrity and credibility.
Commemorative merchandise for Malaysia's National Journalists' Day 2026 goes on sale June 20 in Penang. Limited-edition items include branded apparel priced RM30 to RM59, available while stocks last at the main celebration venue.