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Anwar Seeks Singapore GP Insights Ahead of Sepang F1 Race

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has consulted Singapore's Grand Prix executive director Michael Roche on operational best practices, positioning Malaysia ahead of its Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix debut at Sepang in October.

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MADANI Government Pledges Equitable Education Support Across All Streams

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting all education streams fairly, stating that increased allocations for Islamic schools do not diminish resources for vernacular education. Chinese and Tamil school funding announcements are expected within two weeks.

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Constituency Funds Belong to Constituents, Not MPs, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that government allocations to parliamentary constituencies are meant to benefit constituents directly, not to serve as entitlements for elected MPs, responding to recent claims of withheld funding.

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PKR To Hold 2026 National Congress In Melaka August 15-16

Parti Keadilan Rakyat will convene its 2026 national congress in Melaka on August 15-16, drawing approximately 2,500 delegates and 3,000 observers. PKR President Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate and deliver the policy speech.

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Felda Task Force Report Expected Within Months, Anwar Confirms

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that a comprehensive task force report examining the Federal Land Development Authority will be completed and released within the coming months, signalling progress on the government's efforts to review the agency.

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Anwar calls for unity in Negri Sembilan as state poll nears

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Negri Sembilan voters to back the unity government in tomorrow's state election, emphasising the need for political continuity and stability as the campaign enters its final phase.

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Papagomo ordered to mount defence in PKR MPs false claim case

A Sepang Sessions Court has ordered prominent blogger Papagomo to enter his defence in a case involving an allegedly false social media post claiming 11 PKR parliamentarians had withdrawn backing from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

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Malaysia can host F1 without massive spending, Anwar says

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed concerns about prohibitive costs for hosting Formula 1 races in Malaysia, stating the government's existing annual allocation for maintaining Sepang International Circuit is adequate.

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Public Trust Is Sacred, PM Anwar Warns Officials

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the imperative for those holding public office to maintain the highest ethical standards, cautioning against using government positions for personal gain while citing FELDA's mounting financial troubles.

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Cabinet to Decide on Tabung Haji RCI Report Publication This Week

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the Cabinet will deliberate on Wednesday whether to make public the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, which examined allegations surrounding the sale of the institution's strategic assets.

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Malaysia Must Rewrite Its Historical Narrative, Anwar Says

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for a fundamental reconstruction of Malaysia's historical narrative, arguing that the nation's past must be retold through an authentically Malaysian lens rather than inherited colonial frameworks.

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Don't Win Through Slander, Anwar Tells Election Rivals

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on all political parties contesting the Negeri Sembilan state election to abandon slanderous tactics and false information, drawing from his own painful experience of being targeted by baseless accusations.

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BN Firmly Committed to Unity Government, Says Ahmad Zahid

Barisan Nasional will remain part of Malaysia's Unity Government until the 15th Parliament ends, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has declared, firmly rejecting rumours of any attempt to destabilise Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's administration.

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Zahid Hits Back at PM With Pantun on Roofs and Storms

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi responded to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's unity-themed pantun with his own four-line verse, continuing a cultural exchange between the nation's top two leaders.

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PM Anwar Pledges RM2 Million to Al-Qaradawi Thought Institute

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has committed RM2 million in government funding to the Al-Qaradawi Thought Institute, pledging support for research into the Islamic scholar's contributions to contemporary Islamic thought and moderation.

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Orang Asli Voices Find Hearing in PM's Land Pledge

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged direct intervention in a longstanding land dispute affecting Orang Asli residents of Kampung Sungai Cot, marking a significant moment for indigenous land rights advocacy in Malaysia.

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I will resign if instructed, says Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan

Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has declared his readiness to vacate his portfolio should Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim request his resignation, underscoring ministerial accountability within Malaysia's cabinet structure.

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Technology Must Be Anchored in Moral Values, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has cautioned that mastery of cutting-edge technologies must be balanced with strong moral values and integrity to create a generation that benefits the nation, warning that intelligence divorced from ethics poses grave risks.

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DAP Does Not Dictate Government Policy, Says Loke

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has rejected accusations that his party dictates government policy, insisting that all decisions are made through collective discussion among Pakatan Harapan coalition partners at federal and state levels.

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Malaysia's era of crony capitalism must end, declares PM Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declared an end to Malaysia's entrenched system of political patronage and crony capitalism, signalling the Madani Government's determination to establish transparent governance and root out institutional corruption.

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Anwar to Meet Felda Leadership Over Settlers' Grievances

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has summoned Felda management to his office to tackle persistent grievances plaguing the agency's settler community, signalling renewed focus on the organisation's chronic challenges.

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PM Anwar Pledges Legacy of Inclusive, Accountable Leadership

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated his commitment to building a Malaysia defined by fair and transparent governance that benefits all citizens, emphasising his desire to be remembered as a leader dedicated to national unity.

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Anwar Apologises to Iran for Absence at Khamenei's Funeral

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed regret to Iran for being unable to attend the state funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, conveying the message through the Iranian ambassador during the Asia-Pacific Roundtable conference.

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