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Malaysia's Bureaucratic Red-Tape Reform (RKB) programme has propelled the nation to 15th place in the International Institute for Management Development's World Competitiveness Ranking 2026, jumping eight positions from last year.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the critical role of civil servants in driving Malaysia's development agenda, stressing that an efficient and ethical public service remains essential for policy continuity and national progress.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on civil servants to demonstrate integrity and embrace organisational change, stressing that effective public administration is essential to building a progressive and equitable Malaysia.
Kuala Lumpur City Hall has rolled out 16 reform initiatives following a damning 0.08 per cent corruption ranking. The overhaul includes new oversight committees, digitalisation, and job rotation to strengthen governance and service delivery standards.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has received Chief Statistician Uzir Mahidin for a farewell courtesy call as the latter prepares to retire. The PM expressed gratitude for Mahidin's contributions to Malaysia's statistical framework.
The Home Affairs Ministry will collaborate with enforcement agencies to review recommendations from the Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission concerning naturalised citizenship applications, focusing on procedural strengthening and governance enhancements.
Federal Territories Minister Hannah Yeoh has congratulated S. Thiyagaraj, a former prison officer, on his appointment to the Kuala Lumpur City Advisory Board, expressing confidence in his ability to strengthen city governance and serve residents.
Minister Hannah Yeoh has stressed that Putrajaya must uphold rigorous cleanliness and safety standards without compromise, particularly as the federal capital attracts increasing visitor numbers.
Malaysia's new MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman has vowed to strengthen the anti-corruption agency despite the steep learning curve presented by his shift from the judiciary to law enforcement leadership.