Dewan Negara passes three Bills under PM's Department
The amendments aim to strengthen the act with new provisions to meet current requirements and expand the duties of the Auditor-General.
Wed Jul 24 2024
Dewan Negara passes two bills under KESUMA
The Dewan Negara sitting today approved two Bills under the Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA) related to the employment insurance system and social security of workers.
Mon Jul 22 2024
Awang Bemee appointed 21st president of Dewan Negara
Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah replaced Datuk Mutang Tagal, who died on May 10.
Mon Jul 22 2024
Mutang Tagal laid to rest at Fairy Park Miri Memorial
Dewan Negara president Senator Datuk Mutang Tagal's funeral was attended by almost 1,000 people, comprising family, friends and public.
Mon May 13 2024
PM describes death of Mutang Tagal a great loss to Sarawak, nation
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim described the passing of Senate president Datuk Mutang Tagal as a great loss to Sarawak and nation.
Fri May 10 2024
Dewan Negara President Mutang Tagal dies
Dewan Negara president Datuk Mutang Tagal died at the National Heart Institute (IJN) here at 11.46 am today. He was 69.
Fri May 10 2024
Puspal guidelines in final stage of amendment, says Teo
The Puspal guidelines also take into account the management of current issues Race, Religion, and Ruler (3R), among others.
Tue Apr 02 2024
Amendments to AUKU to be tabled in Dewan Negara next month
It is one of the progressive measures implemented by the govt to reform organisational culture and refresh student movement, MOHE said.
Tue Mar 19 2024
King gives green light for stern action against MPs who overstep boundaries in Parliament
His Majesty said that the action includes imposing a 14-day ban if they remain stubborn.
Mon Feb 26 2024
Sultan Ibrahim graces opening of 15th Parliament's third session
Their Majesties arrived at Parliament Square at 10 am and were greeted by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his wife, Datin Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail.
Mon Feb 26 2024
Mutang Tagal elected as 20th Dewan Negara president
Former Bukit Mas Member of Parliament, Datuk Mutang Tagal, replaces Tan Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.
Mon Feb 19 2024
Dewan Negara passes Control of Smoking Bill
The Dewan Negara today passed the Control of Smoking Products for Public Health Bill 2023 by voice vote.
Thu Dec 14 2023
AGC drafting proposed amendments to Federal Constitution on citizenship issues
The amendments to Article 14(1)(b) to include the word 'mother' will enable the child's citizenship to be obtained by force of law.
Thu Dec 14 2023
MPs, senators should be role models and quit smoking, says Lukanisman
Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni said the matter should be given attention by Senate and Parliament as many of their members are heavy smokers.
Wed Dec 13 2023
Finance Bill 2023 read for second time in Dewan Negara
The Finance Bill (No. 2) 2023 is aimed at enforcing the proposed tax measures announced in Budget 2024.
Wed Dec 13 2023
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Minimum wage to increase to RM1,700 effective Feb 1, 2025
The Progressive Wage Policy would be fully enforced next year with an allocation of RM200 million, benefiting 50,000 workers.
Fri Oct 18 2024