Government & Policy across Malaysia
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Sanusi wants PAS-UMNO seat talks widened beyond Melaka
Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor said PAS-UMNO seat negotiations should cover other states, not just the Melaka state election. He suggested that if UMNO wants to contest in Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu or Perlis, PAS should also be given room in Melaka. Sanusi also held an informal meeting with Kedah UMNO leaders at Seri Mentaloon, Alor Setar.
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TNB denies AFA adjustment caused sudden spike in electricity bills
TNB has denied that the Automatic Fuel Adjustment (AFA) mechanism is the cause of sudden increases in consumers' electricity bills. In a media statement, it said the AFA introduced on 1 July 2025 is not a new charge and domestic users below 600kWh a month are fully exempted. Since implementation, consumers have received RM3.1 billion in AFA rebates against RM0.8 billion in surcharges.
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KPKM: immature padi behind 46.2pc grading rate at Bukit Kenak rice mill
Malaysia's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security says a high content of immature or green padi, at 23.8 per cent, was the main cause of the 46.2 per cent grading rate at the BERNAS rice mill in Bukit Kenak, Terengganu. It says quality checks followed Malaysian Standard MS 84:2017 and that farmers signed the Padi Quality Certificate before purchases were confirmed. The issue drew attention after a farmer's complaint circulated on social media.
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Northern Corridor blueprint targets RM470bil cumulative investment by 2030
The Northern Corridor Economic Region launched its 2026-2030 strategic blueprint in Kuala Lumpur, aiming for RM470 billion in cumulative investment by 2030, RM126.2 billion more than the previous phase. Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah said the plan targets RM369 billion in northern GDP, a median household income of RM7,500 and 310,000 jobs across Perlis, Kedah, Penang and Perak.
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YBAM urges Sepang UMNO chief to apologise over religious joke
The Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia has called on Sepang UMNO chief Datuk Noorazli Said to apologise for a joke about a priest, a nun and the Bible made at the recent UMNO General Assembly. YBAM said the remarks could offend Christians and urged greater care when religion is raised in public speeches.
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Sanusi to meet Kedah Umno leaders on possible cooperation
Kedah menteri besar Sanusi Nor says he will meet Kedah Umno leaders today to explore possible political cooperation between PAS and Umno in the state. He also proposed broadening seat negotiations beyond the Melaka state election, suggesting seat swaps involving Kedah, Kelantan, Terengganu and Perlis.
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BARMM polls head for hung parliament as no party reaches 41 seats
Unofficial results from Monday's election in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao show no party winning the 41 seats needed to form a government in the 80-member parliament. The Bangsamoro Federalist Party and the United Bangsamoro Justice Party lead with about 32 and 29 seats respectively, leaving the BARMM Grand Coalition as likely kingmaker before the Oct 30 opening session.
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EU proposes ban on social media and AI chatbots for under-15s
The European Commission is drafting a Child Act that would bar under-15s from social media, video-sharing, AI chatbots and online games. Teens aged 13-14 would need parent-opened accounts with strict controls, while children aged 3-12 would be limited to child-friendly services. The plan is due to be presented by Ursula von der Leyen and Henna Virkkunen before talks with member states and the European Parliament.
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Melaka denies neglecting silat, channels RM174,734
The Melaka state government has denied claims that it does not support pencak silat, revealing RM174,734 in funding for the sport this year. State Youth, Sports and NGO Exco Datuk VP Shanmugam said the allocation covers training, competitions, coach allowances and preparations for SUKMA XXII Selangor 2026.
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Melaka CM's Office denies Ab Rauf signed assembly dissolution document
The Melaka Chief Minister's Office has denied claims that Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh signed a document to dissolve the state assembly before Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Mohd Ali Rustam. Media chief Norhafizah Sati said the viral WhatsApp message is false and urged the public and media not to believe it.
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Malaysia offers US$100m loan, opens PTA talks with Maldives
Malaysia is considering a US$100 million (RM430 million) soft loan facility to the Maldives and has opened negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement. PM Anwar Ibrahim said the fiscal financing instrument is being refined by Bank Negara Malaysia and Maldivian financial authorities, with a joint commission meeting to be hosted in Kuala Lumpur next year.
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Perlis Raja Muda: FCoEE Phase II grants grow to 36, MAIPs gives aid at Medan mosque
The Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, said FCoEE's Phase II Research Grants (2024/2025) have grown to 36 short-term grants covering asnaf entrepreneurship, zakat, waqf, financial literacy, health, STEM and employability. He spoke after presenting MAIPs contributions at Masjid Raya Al-Mashun in Kota Medan, Indonesia, where FCoEE also held the ICOHOPE conference.
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Fahmi: Sarawak electoral boundary review already under way, no date set
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the electoral boundary review process has already begun but gave no commitment on completing it before Sarawak's next election. He spoke to reporters in Kuching after visiting a Borneo Post photographer whose Kampung Tabuan Dayak home was damaged by an Aug 25 storm. The Election Commission says the review is at the fourth of 16 constitutional stages, with public display of draft boundaries open until Sept 30.
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Anwar: BRICS summit and bilateral talks raise Malaysia's global standing
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia's participation in the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit in India and a series of bilateral meetings have strengthened the country's international standing and drawn investor interest. He met the leaders of Russia, Iran, India and Ethiopia, and said Indian companies are keen to cooperate in automotive, engineering, AI and advanced manufacturing. Anwar has since arrived in the Maldives for an official visit.
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Nancy Shukri: SDG progress needs partnerships beyond government policy
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Nancy Shukri told the 5th Malaysia Sustainability Leadership Summit 2026 in Kuala Lumpur that Malaysia's UN Sustainable Development Goal progress depends on partnerships across sectors, not government policy alone. She cited a 56.6% female labour force participation rate in 2025 against 83.3% for men, with 4.89 million women outside the workforce and 42.8% of them citing caregiving duties.
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Malaysian embassy in Muscat advises citizens in Yemen to avoid sensitive areas
The Malaysian Embassy in Muscat issued a consular notice urging Malaysians in affected areas of Yemen, particularly around Mocha and Taiz, to limit non-essential movement and stay away from sensitive areas including military infrastructure, airports and ports. They are also encouraged to register via the e-Konsular portal and contact the embassy for consular assistance.
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Abu Bakar urges Perlis Bersatu chairman to step in and resolve branch crisis
Perlis Menteri Besar Abu Bakar Hamzah has urged state Bersatu chairman Izizam Ibrahim to go to the ground to resolve the mass resignations affecting three divisions - Kangar, Arau and Padang Besar. He said his own Hujung Tanjung branch remains intact and he is still a Bersatu member, stressing the PN mandate.
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PAC begins Tabung Haji RCI proceedings, calls JPM senior deputy secretary-general and TH CEO
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) began proceedings on Lembaga Tabung Haji to examine the implementation of recommendations in the RCI Report 2014-2020. The first nearly four-hour session called the Senior Deputy Secretary-General of JPM, the TH CEO and senior management. PAC will recall witnesses and table its report in the Dewan Rakyat.
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Sabah Yang di-Pertua Negeri urges MA63 progress in Malaysia Day message
Sabah's Head of State Tun Musa Aman used his Malaysia Day 2026 message to press for continued engagement on the state's rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963, including the 40 per cent revenue entitlement. He also highlighted development gaps in basic infrastructure, water, electricity, roads, healthcare and education, and called for racial and religious harmony to be safeguarded.
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MB: no unilateral power to remove Negri Sembilan ruler
Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim said he has no unilateral power to remove the Yang di-Pertuan Besar, and that any such move must follow the state constitution. He said a proclamation alone does not create constitutional authority, and the matter should be settled through legal processes.
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Stalin unwell: DMK's grand triple celebration in Chennai postponed
The DMK's annual triple celebration, planned for September 15 at Anna Arivalayam in Chennai, has been postponed after party leader M.K. Stalin came down with fever and an infection. General secretary Duraimurugan said a new date will be announced soon.
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Ministry weighs OKU category for Rukun Negara speech contest
Malaysia's National Unity Ministry will consider adding a category for persons with disabilities to the Rukun Negara Speech Competition. Deputy Minister R Yuneswaran said the mechanism would be discussed with stakeholders after the national final at the Melaka International Trade Centre today. This year's contest drew over 10,000 entries.
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EU draft law would bar under-15s from opening social media accounts
The European Union is preparing to propose a law that would set an EU-wide minimum age of 15 for opening an autonomous social media, chatbot or online gaming account. Younger children would be placed on tiered, parent-controlled accounts, and platforms would be required to remove addictive features such as infinite scrolling. The proposal is due to be presented on Thursday in Strasbourg.
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Abang Johari: Sabah, Sarawak must hold one-third of parliamentary seats
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Abang Openg said Sabah and Sarawak must hold one-third of total parliamentary seats if the number of Dewan Rakyat seats is increased. He said the ratio follows the Cobbold Commission and IGC reports and underpins claims under MA63, with boundary mapping left to the Election Commission. He spoke after officiating a semiconductor talent development ceremony at CENTEXS in Santubong, Kuching.