Government & Policy across Malaysia
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RON97 up 35 sen to RM4.85 a litre from Sept 17
RON97, unsubsidised RON95 and unsubsidised diesel will rise 35 sen a litre for Sept 17-23, 2026, the Finance Ministry said under the Automatic Pricing Mechanism. Brent crude topping US$100 a barrel amid West Asian conflict and Russian refining disruptions drove the increase. Subsidised BUDI95 and BUDI Diesel prices stay unchanged.
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EU plans minimum age of 13 for social media use
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced plans to set a minimum age of 13 for children using social media, with parental supervision until 15. The bill is expected to be detailed on Thursday and still needs approval from the European Parliament and EU countries.
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MAPIM backs Malaysia's firm stance against Israel-linked transit cargo
MAPIM has endorsed the Malaysian government's firm stance against allowing the country to be used as a transit route for cargo contributing to Israel's military capabilities. Its president Mohd Azmi Abdul Hamid said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's position turns Malaysia's principles on Palestine into concrete enforcement action. MAPIM also proposed tighter cargo inspections, supply-chain risk assessments and cooperation with OIC member states.
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Anwar: Tabung Haji asked for RCI report delay over mass withdrawal fear
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Lembaga Tabung Haji asked the government to hold back the Royal Commission of Inquiry report because it feared a mass withdrawal of deposits. He said the cabinet, not he alone, decided to release it, and the report was later tabled in Parliament on Aug 11. He spoke on the Sembang OhhYeahh! podcast.
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MCA open to BN cooperation but says principles must not be sidelined
MCA president Wee Ka Siong said political cooperation within Barisan Nasional is unavoidable but must not set aside the principles and interests of component parties. Speaking at the Johor MCA convention in Yong Peng, he also commented on UMNO Kluang's wish to borrow an MCA seat for GE16.
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Sarawak arts council receives mobile stage truck from JKKN
The Sarawak Arts Council (MSS) received a mobile stage truck from the National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) Sarawak branch in Kuching, to be used for arts and cultural events in different areas including outside the city. Sarawak Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Abdul Karim said the handover reflects continued cooperation between federal and state agencies and strengthens Sarawak's arts, culture and heritage ecosystem.
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Negeri Sembilan Exco affirms removal of Tuanku Muhriz, recognises Tuanku Nadzaruddin
The Negeri Sembilan state executive council has affirmed the validity of the proclamation removing Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir as Yang di-Pertuan Besar and recognised Tuanku Nadzaruddin Tuanku Jaafar as the new ruler with immediate effect. The Exco, chaired by Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim, said the proclamations under Articles 10 and 11 of the state constitution were signed and sealed by the four legitimate Undang. The decision follows months of dispute over the state's royal succession, which had been brought before the Seremban High Court.
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Ahmad Zahid visits Jakarta from Thursday, halal and disaster cooperation in focus
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will make a four-day visit to Jakarta starting Thursday at the invitation of Indonesia's halal product body for the 5th H20 Halal Summit. The visit will focus on halal cooperation, disaster management, border and maritime issues and trade, and is expected to include a meeting with Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka.
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Anwar: Malaysia Day a reminder of covenant between government and people
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia Day reminds the nation that it was built on a covenant between the government and the people, between regions and the Federation, and between loyalty and justice. In a Facebook post, he called for renewed commitment to ensure no region is marginalised, no community alienated, and no citizen left behind, while acknowledging past deviations such as exploited racial issues and widening regional gaps.
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Amirudin challenges Zahid to repeat UMNO ultimatum in Cabinet meeting
Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari challenged UMNO president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi to repeat the party's ultimatum at the next Cabinet meeting. He said the Unity Government's focus is on resolving economic issues. Amirudin also said there is no new development on PKR-BN talks ahead of the Melaka state election.
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Supreme Court defers Mullaperiyar parking case pending document verification
India's Supreme Court has postponed hearing Tamil Nadu's case against Kerala's plan to build a parking lot near the Mullaperiyar dam catchment, saying it will take up the matter after document verification is complete. The Indian survey department has reported that the disputed site falls entirely under Kerala's control.
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Companies must plan for workers during transformation: PM Wong
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said companies transforming their business operations must plan for their employees at the same time. Speaking at the launch of the annual SkillsFuture celebration on Wednesday, September 16, he said workforce considerations should not be left as an afterthought. The newly merged Connect by WSG centre will coordinate these changes.
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Power to defer pardon plea lies with the King, says Hannah Yeoh
Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh said the power to defer Najib Razak's pardon application rests with the King, Sultan Ibrahim. She said she gave her views at the Pardons Board meeting on September 11 in line with Article 42 of the Federal Constitution.
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Anwar: Tabung Haji RCI report tabled for national interest, not polls
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the Cabinet decided to table the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Lembaga Tabung Haji, which found RM12.5 billion in estimated losses, for policy and national interest reasons rather than political ones. He said the tabling was previously postponed at Tabung Haji's request to allow it to restructure, and that he is prepared for the probe to cover his own administration. The report covers the management and governance of Tabung Haji between 2014 and 2020.
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Sugumaran offers himself for FAM EXCO on record 1,700 Selangor matches
Datuk Dr PS Sugumaran is offering himself as a candidate for the FAM Executive Committee FC category at the FAM Extraordinary Congress. He cites his experience running over 1,700 Selangor football development matches and 15 years in FAS leadership.
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Cabinet ministers call for unity, respect on Malaysia Day
Several cabinet ministers urged Malaysians to uphold unity, mutual respect and appreciation of diversity as foundations of national strength on Malaysia Day. They said the country's peace and harmony stem from sacrifices of past generations and must be preserved.
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JPN unveils new MyKad with 53 security features, issuance starts tomorrow
The national registration department (JPN) has unveiled a new MyKad design with 53 security features, up from 23, including a transparent window and a dual-interface chip. Issuance begins tomorrow at 40 JPN branches with on-site printing, while other branches take five working days.
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Anwar asks Malaysians to give government time to save the country
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has appealed to Malaysians to give his government room to continue its efforts to save the country, admitting his actions may not satisfy those who want everything done immediately. Speaking on the Sembang OhhYeahh! podcast, the Prime Minister also urged young people not to turn backwards.
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FAM to elect new president at extraordinary congress on Thursday
The FA of Malaysia will elect a new president on Thursday, with Datuk Ab Ghani Hassan facing Datuk Seri Dr Shahril Mokhtar. The vote follows the mass resignation of FAM's executive committee after FIFA sanctions and an AFC governance audit.
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Anwar: Malaysia Day a reminder that no region or community should be left behind
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia Day should renew the country's commitment to national unity and shared progress, stressing that no region or community should be marginalised. In a Facebook post, he said the South China Sea may separate Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak geographically but should not divide their shared aspirations.
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Malaysia, India to review FTA within three to six months
Malaysian Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani met Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal in New Delhi to discuss reviewing the free trade agreement between the two countries. Malaysia recorded a trade surplus of RM25.37 billion with India in 2025, and India wants more balanced trade flows. Johari said his three-day visit also opened cooperation opportunities in the automotive and palm oil industries.
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ICA to add enhanced SG Arrival Card to MyICA app from Sept 30
From Sept 30, travellers entering Singapore can submit the enhanced Singapore Arrival Card through the ICA's MyICA mobile app, the authority said on Sept 16. The enhanced card adds seven languages and lets citizens, PRs and long-term pass holders scan their passports to auto-fill details, features previously only on the website or for foreigners.
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KBS: All ministries ready for Bahrain GP at Sepang
The Youth and Sports Ministry says preparations to host the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from 2 to 4 October are running smoothly. Technical committee meetings are held every Tuesday and reports go to Cabinet, involving all ministries on protocol, international invitations and infrastructure. SIC has been fully closed since 7 September for circuit and facility repairs.
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Malaysia opts for diplomacy over compensation in cross-border haze issue
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said Malaysia prioritises long-term diplomatic cooperation and early prevention over seeking compensation from neighbouring countries on cross-border haze. He said the issue will be raised during his working visit to Jakarta from tomorrow, and NADMA has been told to be ready to help with cloud-seeding operations in Kalimantan if requested.