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Anwar Set To Unveil Tabung Haji RCI Report Within Days

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated the government will shortly disclose the final Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's operations. The timing hinges on whether Cabinet approval is required.

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Malaysia to Boost SARA Welfare Payments, PM Anwar Confirms

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has pledged to increase the SARA basic assistance programme in the near term to help Malaysians cope with mounting living expenses, following consultations with the public and Treasury officials.

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Zahid: PM Has Right to Remove Underperforming BN Ministers

Barisan Nasional chairman Zahid has stated that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim retains the authority to remove coalition ministers deemed underperforming, signalling party acceptance of performance-based accountability.

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PM Anwar Pays Tribute to Renowned Islamic Scholar John Esposito

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has paid tribute to Professor John L. Esposito, a globally influential Islamic scholar who died recently. Anwar recalled their five-decade friendship and Esposito's groundbreaking work in fostering interfaith dialogue.

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PM Anwar Prioritises AI and Professional Development in BIM Meeting

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has identified artificial intelligence readiness and professional talent development as critical priorities during discussions with Balai Ikhtisas Malaysia, emphasising their role in strengthening Malaysia's regional standing.

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Technology Must Be Anchored in Moral Values, Says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed the need to balance Malaysia's pursuit of advanced technologies like AI and quantum computing with robust moral and ethical frameworks, warning that intelligence without integrity poses dangers to society.

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PM Anwar Extends TAR UMT Tax Exemption for Another Decade

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has endorsed a 10-year extension of tax exemption status for Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology, recognizing its contribution to affordable private higher education in Malaysia.

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Anwar Underscores Policy Focus During Johor Campaign Push

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has emphasised that Pakatan Harapan's leadership campaign in Johor centres on proposing policies to benefit residents, rather than inciting discord, while highlighting major federal infrastructure initiatives.

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Anwar Apologises to Iran for Missing Khamenei's Funeral Ceremonies

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed his apologies to Iran for missing the state funeral and farewell ceremonies of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, citing unavoidable official commitments. Agriculture Minister Mohamad Sabu represents Malaysia at the week-long ceremonies.

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PM Anwar Meets Gambian Islamic Scholar on Final Malaysia Visit

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a farewell visit from Gambian scholar Sheikh Muhammad Haydara Al-Jilani, who concluded a month-long religious outreach programme across Malaysia. The meeting coincided with the Day of Ashura.

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PM Anwar Mourns Passing of Literary Scholar Abu Bakar Abd Hamid

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has mourned the death of Professor Emeritus Datuk Abu Bakar Abd Hamid, a towering figure in Malay literature who helped establish Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and served as deputy vice-chancellor at Universiti Malaya.

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Petronas and Petros negotiations moving forward, Anwar says

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that discussions between national oil firm Petronas and Sarawak's Petros are advancing constructively, potentially paving the way for enhanced collaboration on energy projects.

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PM Anwar Receives Official State Welcome in Turkmenistan

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim received full state honours at Turkmenistan's Presidential Palace during his inaugural official visit to the Central Asian nation, meeting with President Serdar Berdimuhamedov to advance bilateral cooperation.

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PAS sacrificed opposition unity for narrow gains, claims Ramasamy

PAS chairman Ramasamy contends the Islamic party's decision to sever ties with Bersatu fractured opposition cohesion, inadvertently strengthening PM Anwar Ibrahim's grip on Putrajaya and eliminating any realistic path for the bloc to reclaim federal power.

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PM Anwar In Turkmenistan To Deepen Central Asian Ties

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Turkmenistan for a two-day official visit following his working trip to Russia's Republic of Tatarstan, marking Malaysia's strengthening engagement with Central Asian nations.

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Malaysia to Fast-Track Visa-Free Entry for Russian Tourists, Says PM

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the acceleration of visa-free travel arrangements for Russian citizens visiting Malaysia, positioning the move as a strategic initiative to strengthen the nation's tourism industry and attract visitors from the region.

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Anwar and Putin Explore Deeper Ties on Energy and Finance

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Russian President Vladimir Putin have held discussions to deepen bilateral relations, with particular emphasis on energy security arrangements and the expansion of bilateral trade settled in local currencies rather than traditional foreign exchange.

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PM Anwar Arrives in Kazan for ASEAN-Russia Summit

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Kazan to attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit, marking 35 years of bilateral relations. The summit will focus on strengthening cooperation across trade, energy, and digital sectors.

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