Wan Junaidi elected Dewan Negara president
Tan Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar's appointment, effective June 18, is to replace Tan Sri Rais Yatim, whose tenure ended on June 16.
Mon Jun 19 2023
Senate President hopes govt remains committed to implementing parliamentary transformation
Rais said the transformation would amend several acts related to parliament, to ensure MPs demonstrate good behaviour in the Dewan Rakyat.
Tue Dec 20 2022
Rais wants Senate select committee to discuss UEC issue immediately
The Senate's select committee is advised to hold a meeting urgently to discuss the issue of the UEC raised by Dong Zong recently.
Mon Dec 05 2022
Unity among Muslims and non-Muslims under Pas' administration - Hadi
Abdul Hadi said there was no reason for the non-Muslims to be afraid if the country is continued to be governed by Muslim leaders.
Tue Nov 15 2022
GE15: Aid packages for the people should not have symbols of political parties - Rais
Rais also expressed the need for the Election Commission to be more firm in enforcing the Election Offences Act 1954.
Thu Nov 03 2022
Claims MACC will be 'bound' by political directives if under Parliament mere perception - Rais
Rais said this was because JKKMAR was already able to question or propose any proposal to improve the agency.
Thu Oct 06 2022
Parliamentary Services Bill expected to be tabled in Parliament in November - Rais
The Parliamentary Services Bill is expected to be tabled at the Third Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 14th Parliament in November.
Fri Sep 30 2022
Rais Yatim calls for clear education policy to dignify local history
Rais said more historians and archaeologists in this country should be recognised as they are crucial in ensuring that the country's history will continue to be empowered.
Wed Aug 17 2022
Two senators sworn in today
Johor MCA deputy liaison chairman Datuk Lim Pay Hen and Padawan Municipal Council deputy chairman took oath of office today.
Mon Aug 08 2022
JKMR proposes creation of Anti-Corruption Court
The creation of an Anti-Corruption Court is among the recommendations of the Special Committee on Corruption (JKMR) which were presented to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob today.
Thu Aug 04 2022
MCA Youth Chief Nicole Wong sworn in as senator
MCA Youth chief Datuk Nicole Wong Siaw Ting was sworn in as Senator before Senate president Tan Sri Dr Rais Yatim at Dewan Negara today.
Fri Jun 17 2022
Understanding between Malaysia, Indonesia key for Malay to be official Asean language - Rais Yatim
Rais said Wisma Putra played an important role to find a specific way to link the country's objectives with that of its neighbours.
Tue May 24 2022
PM attends Aidilfitri open houses hosted by MOF, MOH
About 7,000 people attended the Aidilfitri open house hosted by MOF.
Tue May 17 2022
Proposals on LPPR findings to be submitted to PM - Rais
The 'Ulasan Lembaga Penasihat Pencegahan Rasuah (LPPR) 2020' which outlines seven proposals for improvement in efforts to fight corruption will soon be submitted to the Prime Minister.
Thu Apr 21 2022
Dewan Negara to debate MySejahtera issues today - Rais
The Dewan Negara will debate a motion on the MySejahtera application today, after obtaining the consent of its president, Tan Sri Dr Rais Yatim.
Thu Mar 31 2022
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
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