The stories shaping Malaysia, in focus.
Malaysia's Dewan Negara has concluded its 10-day Second Meeting with approval of the National Trust Fund Bill 2026 and Statistics Bill 2026, alongside discussions on energy security and economic competitiveness.
Bersatu president Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has urged lawmakers to extend a special Dewan Rakyat sitting on the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, arguing that more parliamentary time is needed for comprehensive debate.
Malaysia's Parliament Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has presented three key programmes designed to deepen young citizens' understanding of democracy and foster political stability through immersive civic engagement.
Senator Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed has been reappointed as Deputy Speaker of the Dewan Negara for a second three-year term through June 2029, continuing his role since June 2023.
Parliament has approved the National Trust Fund Bill 2026, marking the first major overhaul of Malaysia's intergenerational savings mechanism since 1988. The legislation introduces binding contribution and withdrawal rules to protect national wealth for posterity.
Malaysia's parliament has endorsed legislation overhauling the National Trust Fund, introducing mandatory contributions and tighter spending controls to ensure long-term inter-generational savings discipline across future administrations.
Malaysia's Parliament has concluded its 16-day sitting with 13 Bills approved, including landmark legislation on cybercrime, child protection, and competition law. Speaker urged MPs to prioritise health.
Electoral watchdog Bersih claims 34 MPs from PKR, PAS, DAP, and Umno support establishing a Royal Commission of Inquiry to investigate alleged 'corporate mafia' activities in Malaysia.
Parliament has referred the Admiralty Jurisdiction Bill 2026 to a special committee chaired by the law minister for three months of detailed examination before potential amendments.
DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke and government counterparts have pledged to preserve parliamentary professionalism despite escalating Johor election campaign pressures, signalling cross-party commitment to institutional norms.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's clarification on federal allocations to states emerged as a central focus during the second week of parliamentary proceedings, offering insight into the government's fiscal distribution strategy.
The Dewan Rakyat is focusing on proposed amendments to strengthen SUHAKAM's financial independence and addressing the widening disconnect between inflation statistics and everyday household expenses.
Malaysian lawmakers unanimously back amendments to strengthen child sexual abuse protections, calling for cross-border cooperation, specialist task forces, victim rehabilitation support, and a national offender registry.
Lawmakers today examined how Middle East instability affects Malaysia's tourism sector and questioned security agency preparedness in Langkawi for border challenges including migrant smuggling and territorial intrusions near Thai waters.
Parliament's opening week saw just one bill approved—the Road Transport Amendment Bill—while lawmakers debated unemployment, border security, and online safety as key parliamentary committees presented their findings.