Business, markets and economy news from Malaysia.
Muar Member of Parliament Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has committed RM115,000 from a new part-time position towards initiatives benefiting his constituents in the southern Johor constituency.
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Speaker Johari Muhammad announced that King Sultan Ibrahim has given royal assent to eight bills, marking significant progress in Parliament's legislative programme and strengthening the government's policy framework.
Malaysia's Parliament opens its session today with discussions centred on the economic fallout from Strait of Hormuz disruptions, haj system improvements, and artificial intelligence governance frameworks affecting regional trade and security.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul has revealed that former Prime Minister Muhyiddin requested a parliamentary seating change, while formally recognising Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin as the opposition leader.