Government & Policy news in Damansara
13 stories within reach of Damansara, published in the last 24 hours and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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PAS confirms attendance at UMNO General Assembly
PAS has confirmed it will attend the UMNO General Assembly (PAU) 2026 at WTCKL after receiving an invitation from UMNO. The PAS Secretary-General stated that the party president's attendance is uncertain due to health reasons, but other representatives will attend.
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Muhyiddin backs cost-of-living measures, seeks broader relief in 2027 Budget
Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin has welcomed the government's latest measures to ease cost-of-living pressures and support businesses, but called for broader relief under the 2027 Budget.
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BN strategy for Melaka polls must reflect grassroots wishes, component party leaders said
Two Barisan Nasional component party leaders stated that the coalition must align its strategy for the Melaka election with the wishes of its grassroots members. This approach is intended to ensure the coalition's decisions resonate with its base ahead of the polls.
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Tighter controls, stronger finances behind Budi Madani fuel quota restoration
The restoration of Budi Madani fuel quotas from 200 to 300 litres is attributed to improved supply management, stricter enforcement, and the government's sound fiscal position. These factors enabled the government to increase the fuel quota for eligible recipients.
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National Unity Ministry remains committed to strengthening national unity, social harmony
The government, through the National Unity Ministry, reaffirms its commitment to strengthening national unity and social harmony in line with the National Unity Policy.
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Rising cost of living: Government urged to review taxation policy, subsidy rationalisation - Muhyiddin
Muhyiddin Yassin suggested that the government review taxation policy and subsidy rationalisation to reduce the rising cost of living for the people.
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Ong Kian Ming quits DAP after 14 years, rules out GE16 run but vows to campaign for Khairy
Former Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming has resigned from DAP after 14 years, ruling out contesting in the 16th general election but vowing to campaign for Khairy Jamaluddin. His departure marks a significant shift in Malaysian politics.
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Eligible pickup, jeep owners must apply for additional 100 litres Budi Diesel
Owners of private diesel vehicles such as pickups and jeeps who are eligible but have not yet applied for the additional BUDI Diesel entitlement of 100 litres per month must do so via the BUDI MADANI portal.
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MSMEs with sales below RM3 million exempted from e-Invois - LHDN
The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) announced that Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with annual income or sales of less than RM3 million are not required to implement e-Invois, following the increase in the implementation threshold from RM1 million to RM3 million.
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National Month a platform to ignite spirit of unity
The National Month celebration in Shah Alam serves as a platform for the people to express the spirit of togetherness and gratitude for the nation's independence and peace.
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'Serpent' Netanyahu tricks US into war: Iran FM
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a 'serpent' and accused him of deceiving the United States into a war with Iran. The remarks were made in Tehran on Monday.
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Malaysia's rice self-sufficiency ratio needs to reach 80 per cent, says Mohamad
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu stated that Malaysia's rice self-sufficiency ratio (SSR) must be raised to at least 80 percent to ensure a comfortable supply level. He made the remarks in Serdang.
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Veterinary Services Department recognises 167 artificial insemination technicians nationwide
The Veterinary Services Department (DVS) recognised 167 artificial insemination technicians nationwide for their commitment to strengthening livestock breeding services at the field level. The recognition ceremony was held in Serdang.