Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated that Malaysia's new Technical and Vocational Education and Training Commission will be established by year-end, following stakeholder consultations and Cabinet approval.
The Ministry of Housing and Local Government has committed RM200 million over four years for maintaining non-Muslim houses of worship nationwide, reflecting the MADANI government's pledge to support all communities equitably.
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Johor's Barisan Nasional coalition has unveiled an election manifesto centred on employment growth and social investment, committing to generate 200,000 quality jobs while allocating RM100 million to housing and education initiatives.
Senior Umno figure Ahmad Maslan emphasises that building effective political leaders is a prolonged process demanding genuine commitment and experience, rejecting shortcuts to leadership roles.
Malaysia's 528 Tamil national-type schools serve 78,501 pupils, with the government investing in infrastructure and teacher training. The ministry addresses under-enrolled schools through multi-grade classes and relocation programmes.
Four men have been arrested following a violent altercation at a restaurant in Taman Manis, Kulai, where furniture was weaponised during the confrontation.
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Johor's Regent Tunku Mahkota Ismail has received Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in an audience that demonstrated the continued strength of ties between the federal government and the economically vital state.
Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, the Tunku Mahkota of Johor, held a cordial meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in Kuala Lumpur, marking continued engagement between federal and royal leadership.
Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has reaffirmed that the Madani Government distributes federal funds to Johor and other states strictly in accordance with the Federal Constitution and established legal frameworks.
The Malaysian Media Council will deploy a newly designed fact-checking mechanism during the Johor and Negri Sembilan state elections, seeking to combat fabricated content and bolster voter confidence in campaign information.
Malaysia's King Sultan Ibrahim has been pictured continuing his regular morning horse-riding sessions at the Royal Johor Polo Club in Istana Pasir Pelangi, maintaining a steady pace during his personal fitness activities.
A groundbreaking collaboration between Johor's state government and Harvard University will introduce the Program for Scientifically-Inspired Leadership to 100 students across two secondary schools, alongside teacher training for 40 educators.
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Barisan Nasional's leadership is moving toward resolving contentious seat allocation disputes in Johor and Negeri Sembilan, with final decisions expected within days, according to Umno's top administrator.
Perikatan Nasional chairman Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar has relieved Azmin of his duties in a leadership restructuring aimed at strengthening the coalition's positioning before upcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan.
Perikatan Nasional has removed Azmin Ali and Radzi Jidin from their positions, with party chairman Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar attributing the move to preparations for forthcoming state elections in Johor and Negeri Sembilan.
A PAS parliamentarian has cautioned Bersatu against standing independently in upcoming Johor and Negri Sembilan state elections, warning that divided opposition candidacies would inadvertently benefit Pakatan Harapan.