Anwar announces 50pc toll discount for Hari Raya, says will cost Putrajaya RM21m
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 — The government will offer a 50 per cent discount on toll charges nationwide for two days in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said today. The 48-hour discount period will begin at 12.01am on March 18 and end at 11.59pm on
Why can’t Malaysia escape global fuel prices despite being oil producer? MoF explains
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 — The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has outlined the key variables that dictate domestic fuel prices following recent market volatility. From Middle Eastern tensions to the economic impact of cross-border smuggling, several global and local factors determine the cost at the pump. Fuel costs are primarily determined by
Anthony Loke: Cable theft not ‘normal theft’, harsher punishments proposed
PUTRAJAYA, March 16 — The Ministry of Transport (MOT) has proposed to the Ministry of Home Affairs (KDN) that the existing law be amended to impose harsher punishments on individuals involved in the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) cable theft case. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the cable theft case cannot be
Batang Igan Bridge opens in Mukah, Sarawak’s ninth coastal bridge cuts 30‑minute ferry ride to minutes
MUKAH, March 16 — A soft-opening ceremony was held for Batang Igan Bridge, which forms part of the Sarawak Coastal Road development under Package D5, on Monday. Deputy Premier and Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas officiated at the event. The Sarawak Public Works Department (JKR Sarawak)
Johari: US-Malaysia ART now void after Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs
KUALA LUMPUR, March 15 — The Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) between Malaysia and the US is no longer valid, Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani confirmed. The minister explained that the trade arrangement became inapplicable following a US Supreme Court ruling in February that struck down
Sabah has nine-month rice stockpile, minister assures public amid shortage concerns
KOTA KINABALU, March 15 — Sabah has a sufficient rice supply to last up to nine months, the state’s agriculture, fisheries and food industry minister said today, addressing public concern over recent shortages in several districts. Datuk Jamawi Jaafar assured the public that the state's current rice stockpiles are capable of
Anwar heads to Sabah Sunday for National Consumers’ Day and mini PKR convention
KOTA KINABALU, March 14 — Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to visit Sabah tomorrow for a series of official and community engagements. He will begin the visit by officiating the National Consumers’ Day 2026 Opening Ceremony at Suria Sabah in Kota Kinabalu at noon. At 2.30 pm, the Prime Minister is
KL mayor says Lestari Niaga revamp to upgrade 240 hawker spots for 10,000 vendors after Aidilfitri
KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 — A total of 240 locations have been identified by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) for the upgrading of hawker facilities under the Lestari Niaga programme, said Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Fadlun Mak Ujud. He said the locations were identified through a census conducted by DBKL, which
Foreign Ministry confirms 70 Malaysian pilgrims safe after blaze at Mira Ajyad Hotel in Mecca
PUTRAJAYA, March 13 — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that all Malaysian pilgrims staying at the Mira Ajyad Hotel in Mecca are safe after a fire broke out at the premises yesterday evening. The ministry said the Consulate General of Malaysia in Jeddah immediately coordinated with Saudi authorities and
Economy minister: Malaysia strengthening partnership with Arm to grow IC design ecosystem
KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 — The Economy Ministry is committed to strengthening strategic collaboration with ARM Ltd to drive the development of the country's semiconductor industry. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir said in a post on X that his meeting with the ARM delegation was an important platform to examine