
Record voter turnout for GE14 despite weekday voting
The 2018 general election's high turnout is even more remarkable, considering that the EC decided to have the voting day mid-week. T
Fri May 11 2018

Registration of young voters still low - EC
The awareness of youths aged 21 and 39 to register as voters is still low compared to the other age groups, said Election Commission (EC) chairman Tan Sri Mohd Hashim Abdullah.
Wed Sep 27 2017

EC accepts court's decision - EC Chairman
In a statement today, he said, EC would take further action in line with the court's decision.
Sat Jun 17 2017

Political parties should protest if there are changes in voters list - EC
Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah said this was the best solution while registered voters were also encouraged to check the list and lodge their protests.
Fri May 19 2017

EC meets Friday on Pujut state by-election
The Election Commission will have a special meeting on Friday to discuss the by-election for the Pujut state constituency in Sarawak, said EC chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah.
Tue May 16 2017

We will explain Penang redelineation exercise in court - EC Chairman
The Election Commission (EC) will only make an explanation in court if the Penang state government decides to file a lawsuit against the agency's redelineation exercise.
Sat Apr 08 2017

High Court rejects Selangor govt's bid to cross-examine EC chairman
Judge Azizul Azmi Adnan made the decision after finding that the issue in question could be addressed without cross-examining the EC chairman.
Thu Mar 09 2017

4.1 million Malaysians yet to register as voters - EC
He said the commission was working with the private sector to organise various programmes to get them to register.
Fri Mar 03 2017

Tanjong Datu by-election, an opportune warming up for EC in facing GE14
Its chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah said it would add up to their officers' expriences in conducting an election well.
Sat Feb 18 2017

Polls in Sarawak have always been peaceful - EC Chairman
Elections in Sarawak whether general, state or by-elections have always been very peaceful and incident free, said Election Commission Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah.
Fri Feb 17 2017

Tanjong Datu by-election result expected by 8pm tomorrow - EC chairman
The Election Commission expects to announce the result of the Tanjong Datu state by-election by 8pm tomorrow, said EC chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah.
Fri Feb 17 2017

No by-election for Sungai Air Tawar seat - EC
The Election Commission (EC) has decided that no by-election will be held for Sungai Air Tawar seat in Selangor which fell vacant following the death of its state assemblyman.
Thu Jan 19 2017

EC to meet Thursday on Tanjong Datu by-election
He said the meeting will discuss important matters like the dates for nomination, early voting, polling day and the Electoral Roll to be used.
Tue Jan 17 2017

EC awaits official notification on vacancy of Tanjung Datu state seat
EC chairman Datuk Seri Mohd Hashim Abdullah said in a statement today the EC takes note of the announcement of the death of Adenan.
Wed Jan 11 2017

High Court allows Nurul Izzah to initiate judicial review against EC
The High Court today granted Lembah Pantai Member of Parliament Nurul Izzah Anwar and 10 registered voters in the constituency leave to initiate a judicial review to challenge the proposed redelineati
Tue Jan 03 2017

Govt to ensure establishment of SEGiM aligns with introduction of Gig Workers Bill
The government intends to ensure that the establishment of the Malaysian Gig Economy Commission (SEGiM) is in line with the introduction of the Gig Workers Bill.
Wed Mar 12 2025

UK steel industry warns of damage as Trump tariffs come into force
US President Donald Trump's tariffs on UK steel "couldn't come at a worse time," the industry has warned as the levy on US imports is introduced, reported PA Media/dpa news.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Penang allocates RM49.45 million for Phase 1 of i-Sejahtera Programme
The Penang government has allocated RM49.45 million for 274,151 recipients under Phase 1 of the i-Sejahtera Programme this year.
Wed Mar 12 2025

PM Anwar calls on all parties to be agents of unity, help unite people of different races
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on all Malaysians to join hands to become agents of unity and assist the MADANI Government in its efforts to unite all Malaysians
Wed Mar 12 2025

Women representation in senior management fall to 36.2 pct in 2025
The Grant Thornton Women in Business Report reveals a concerning decline in the representation of women in senior management positions in Malaysia.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Singapore Airlines prohibits usage, charging of power banks from April 1
Singapore Airlines (SIA) passengers will not be allowed to use power banks or charge them throughout their flight effective April 1.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Captain of cargo ship arrested over fatal collision in North Sea
The cargo ship captain involved in the North Sea's deadly collision has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.
Wed Mar 12 2025

No plans to follow us in repatriating illegal immigrants - KDN
For the period up to March 9 this year, the total number of deportations from Immigration depots was 9,199 people.
Wed Mar 12 2025

Air pollution responsible for nearly 7 million deaths annually worldwide
A report by the World Air Quality Index indicated that only 17 per cent of cities worldwide meet the recommended air quality standards.
Wed Mar 12 2025

At least 137 Gazans killed in Israeli attacks since ceasefire
According to the Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Monitor , Israel has been killing an average of seven Palestinians every two days.
Wed Mar 12 2025