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Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has expressed strong confidence in the state's ability to host a successful HAWANA 2026 celebration, with preparations underway for the national journalists' day event scheduled for this weekend.
Penang will host the inaugural HAWANA 2026 national journalists' event in June, anticipated to generate significant economic stimulus through hotel bookings, attract regional media exposure, and showcase the state's cultural and creative sectors to thousands of visitors.
Limited-edition HAWANA 2026 merchandise featuring bomber jackets and T-shirts is now available at the National Journalists' Day celebration in Penang on June 20, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiating the main event.
Penang police have pledged smooth security and traffic management for the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day celebration at PICCA Convention Centre, assuring residents that main roads will stay open despite expected high attendance.