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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged Malaysians to cultivate a genuine spirit of independence in their hearts and minds, emphasising that true nationhood requires unity across all communities and generations to defend collective rights and strengthen justice.
Malaysia's Cabinet ministers used social media platforms during National Day to stress unity and patriotism, with key officials emphasizing that national strength stems from social cohesion rather than military power alone.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled six immediate measures targeting fuel subsidies, school maintenance, AI development, healthcare digitalisation, e-Invoicing and microfinancing to ease cost-of-living pressures facing Malaysians.
Malaysia Marathon 2026 brought together 25,000 runners in four categories for the 69th National Day celebration. The inaugural event featured a unique KLCC finish line and even a humanoid robot competitor.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has launched Sahabat MADANI, a national volunteer initiative that has already attracted 11,060 registered volunteers. The movement aims to strengthen community bonds across ethnic and religious lines while addressing poverty and social inequality.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will deliver the National Day address at Putrajaya International Convention Centre, unveiling key initiatives while calling for national unity and reflection on Malaysia's independence legacy.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to unveil several policy measures targeting pressing concerns affecting ordinary Malaysians in his National Day Eve speech tomorrow, signalling government focus on bread-and-butter issues.
Malaysia's 2026 National Day Prime Minister's Address has been relocated from Dataran Merdeka to the Putrajaya International Convention Centre, scheduled for 2 pm to ensure public safety amid regional haze.
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah of Selangor joined approximately 1,000 worshippers, including security personnel, for Surah Yassin recitation and Friday prayers at Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah. The religious observance preceded state National Day festivities.
Malaysia faces thick haze over the next five days, with Sarawak potentially reaching Very Unhealthy levels. The government is reconsidering National Day celebration plans on Aug 31 amid air quality concerns.
Malaysia's Natural Resources Ministry will escalate to Cabinet any decision regarding the 2026 National Day and Malaysia Day celebrations if the regional haze situation deteriorates, prioritizing public health.
Melaka will deploy 30 buses and 90 shuttle vans across 13 pickup points for the 69th National Day celebrations and CIMIC Carnival 2026 from August 29–31, offering free transportation to manage crowds and traffic flow.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will launch the 2026 National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang Campaign in Ipoh on July 19, with around 3,000 attendees expected at the Sultan Azlan Shah Institute of Health Training.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has revived the Jalur Gemilang raising ceremony after a two-year break, launching the 2026 National Month celebrations at an event in Ipoh attended by military personnel and government officials.