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Malaysia Seeks to Secure Russian Oil Supply
Politicschannel-news-asia6h ago

Malaysia Seeks to Secure Russian Oil Supply

Malaysia's national oil company Petronas is set to negotiate with Russia for oil purchases to ensure sufficient domestic supply, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. This makes Malaysia one of several Southeast Asian nations pursuing Russian oil.

Anwar Vows to Prioritize Education and Healthcare in Malaysia
Healthmalay-mail15d ago

Anwar Vows to Prioritize Education and Healthcare in Malaysia

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has assured that education and healthcare will remain top government priorities, even as the country faces pressures from the energy crisis. The government aims to address these critical sectors despite economic challenges.

PM Anwar Congratulates Syed Saddiq on Engagement
Politicsmalay-mail22d ago

PM Anwar Congratulates Syed Saddiq on Engagement

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim extended his congratulations to Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman on his recent engagement, playfully reminding him not to forget the wedding invitation.

Graft and gridlock: in Anwar’s Malaysia, reformist cracks widen
PoliticsSCMP1mo ago

Graft and gridlock: in Anwar’s Malaysia, reformist cracks widen

Two votes. That was the margin by which Malaysia’s prime minister, a man with a supermajority in the 222-seat lower house, failed to pass a bill his own coalition had spent weeks publicly championing. After the numbers were read out, the cameras cut to Anwar Ibrahim. He was mid-laugh, chatting with his deputy. The bill, defeated on March 2, was supposed to be a quick win – a term-limit proposal capping any prime minister at two terms or 10 years in office, chosen precisely because it was...

Malaysia’s Arm chip deal probe turns political as ex-aide says: ‘I am not Jho Low 2.0’
BusinessSCMP1mo ago

Malaysia’s Arm chip deal probe turns political as ex-aide says: ‘I am not Jho Low 2.0’

Malaysia’s anti-corruption investigation into a flagship chip-design deal with Britain’s Arm Holdings took a more combustible turn on Thursday after a former government aide declared: “I am not Jho Low 2.0.” The remark – invoking the fugitive financier at the centre of Malaysia’s 1MDB scandal – came as the country’s anti-corruption agency pushed back against his claims and allies of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim warned the investigation risked appearing heavy handed. The dispute has dragged on...

PM Anwar Orders Swift Action After Fire Destroys School Blocks in Kelantan
Worldmalay-mail5d ago

PM Anwar Orders Swift Action After Fire Destroys School Blocks in Kelantan

Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has ordered immediate government action following a fire that destroyed three school blocks in Kelantan, emphasizing student safety as a top priority. The incident prompts a rapid response to address the damage and ensure educational continuity.

Anwar Calls for Culture of Integrity to Combat Corruption
Politicsmalay-mail1mo ago

Anwar Calls for Culture of Integrity to Combat Corruption

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that law enforcement alone is insufficient to end corruption, emphasizing the need for a broader culture of integrity. He urged a collective effort beyond punitive measures to effectively combat the issue.

Malaysia Gearing Up for Possible 2026 General Election
Politicschannel-news-asia1mo ago

Malaysia Gearing Up for Possible 2026 General Election

Despite Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's previous statements, sources indicate that preparations are underway for a potential general election in Malaysia later this year, citing opposition infighting and a strong economy.

Malaysian PM: Petronas May Negotiate Oil Deal with Russia
Businessstraits-timesmalay-mailstar-malaysia1d ago3 sources

Malaysian PM: Petronas May Negotiate Oil Deal with Russia

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that the national oil company Petronas is considering negotiations with Russia for an oil deal. He emphasized that domestic energy needs would remain a priority in any potential agreement.

Financestar-malaysia9d ago

Anwar: Soaring freight and fertiliser costs will hit Malaysians hard

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that escalating freight and fertilizer costs will significantly impact Malaysians. He expressed concern that these rising expenses will translate into higher prices for essential goods and agricultural products, disproportionately affecting the cost of living for the average Malaysian. The Prime Minister highlighted the challenges faced by the nation due to global supply chain disruptions and increased commodity prices, emphasizing the need for measures to cushion the blow on the populace.

Malaysia and Indonesia Intensify Diplomatic Efforts on Middle East Crisis
Politicsstraits-timesJakarta Postexpress-tribune+3malay-mailstar-malaysiatempo-english22d ago6 sources

Malaysia and Indonesia Intensify Diplomatic Efforts on Middle East Crisis

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited Jakarta for discussions with Indonesian President-elect Prabowo Subianto on the Middle East crisis, with both nations agreeing to intensify diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the conflict. Iran has also confirmed it is allowing Malaysian oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Malaysia tightens borders to fight fuel smuggling amid global energy crisis
BusinessSCMP1mo ago

Malaysia tightens borders to fight fuel smuggling amid global energy crisis

Malaysia will tighten border enforcement to curb fuel smuggling and keep subsidised petrol prices unchanged as the widening US-Israeli war with Iran disrupts energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz and rattles global oil markets. The move comes amid concern that rising fuel prices abroad could make smuggling subsidised fuel out of Malaysia more profitable. “The most worrying aspect is that this conflict has an impact on the global economy, Asia and Malaysia,” Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim sa...

Malaysia’s Anwar under pressure after parliamentary setback complicates reform push
PoliticsSCMPmalay-mail1mo ago2 sources

Malaysia’s Anwar under pressure after parliamentary setback complicates reform push

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim may face growing difficulty pushing through major reforms as Malaysia edges closer to its next general election, analysts have said, after a parliamentary setback exposed strains within his broad but fragile ruling coalition. The warning signs emerged when lawmakers failed to pass a constitutional amendment to limit the prime minister’s tenure to two terms – a reform widely expected to succeed given the government’s commanding majority. Anwar’s administration fell...

Who watches Malaysia’s watchdog? Controversy over anti-corruption chief strains reform agenda
WorldSCMP2mo ago

Who watches Malaysia’s watchdog? Controversy over anti-corruption chief strains reform agenda

In Malaysia, one question about corruption keeps being asked by the public no matter who is in power: who investigates the investigators? Fresh allegations over the investments of the country’s top anti-corruption official have brought that conundrum back into sharp focus, with critics warning that trust in key institutions – and in Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s reform promises – is on the line. The controversy centres on Azam Baki, chief commissioner of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission...