Government & Policy news in Port Klang
24 stories within reach of Port Klang, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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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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Selangor Sukma holiday on Sept 1 applies to federal, state civil servants
The Selangor state government has declared a special holiday on September 1 for federal and state civil servants to celebrate the state's overall victory at the 2026 Malaysia Games (Sukma). The holiday applies to all civil servants in Selangor, with private sector employees possibly receiving a similar benefit.
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Look beyond racial and political lines this Merdeka, urges Sultan of Selangor
The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has called on Malaysians to look beyond racial and political lines in the spirit of Merdeka. He emphasized unity and national harmony as the country celebrates its independence.
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Selangor marks Sukma victory with Sept 1 holiday, honouring athletes and 10,000 volunteers
The Selangor government has declared September 1 as a special holiday to celebrate the state's victory in the Malaysia Games (Sukma), honoring athletes and 10,000 volunteers. The holiday aims to recognize their contributions to the state's success.
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Amirudin denies viral Sukma holiday poster, says official decision based on medal tally tonight
Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari has refuted a viral poster claiming a public holiday for Sukma, clarifying that the official decision will be made based on the medal tally announced tonight.
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Working dogs, horses do a star turn in march-past
The National Day parade in Putrajaya featured 112 service animals from six agencies, including dogs and horses. The animals, trained for over a month, marched alongside their handlers in a display of their roles in various departments.
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Customs sniffer dogs Goku and Cafrey join military K9s marching at Putrajaya National Day
At the National Day parade in Putrajaya, Customs sniffer dogs and military K9s marched alongside 33 other dogs. Customs dogs, including first-time participants Cafrey and Riko, underwent two weeks of training and health screenings. Military dogs from the Army Combat Training Centre's Wolf Wing also participated, with handlers emphasizing the challenges of dog compatibility and public safety precautions.
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Johor Military Force makes National Day parade debut
The Johor Military Force (JMF) made its first appearance at the National Day parade in Putrajaya, featuring a 62-member contingent and a 31-member band. The article also highlights the JMF's historical significance and its role in safeguarding the Johor royal institution.
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At 101, Dr M attends National Day celebration in Putrajaya
Former Malaysian prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, aged 101, attended the 2026 National Day celebrations at Dataran Putrajaya in an electric wheelchair.
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PM Anwar joins Cabinet and thousands at Dataran Putrajaya for Malaysia’s 69th National Day parade
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and Cabinet members joined thousands at Dataran Putrajaya for Malaysia's 69th National Day parade, marking the country's independence celebrations with a grand display of unity and patriotism.
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Anwar announces six immediate measures to ease cost‑of‑living pressures
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced six immediate measures to ease cost-of-living pressures in Malaysia, addressing economic challenges faced by citizens. The measures were unveiled in Putrajaya, aiming to provide relief amid rising living costs.
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Anwar: School maintenance allocation to rise from RM1b to RM1.5b in 2027
Prime Minister Anwar announced that the government will increase the maintenance allocation for all types of schools by 50 percent, from RM1 billion to RM1.5 billion in 2027. The announcement was made in Putrajaya.
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Anwar pledges billions in seized funds for health, education; eases rules for small businesses
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that billions of ringgit seized from illegal activities will be allocated to public health and education, while also easing regulations for small businesses in Malaysia.
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Budi95 quota restored to 300 litres, Anwar announces goodies ahead Merdeka celebration
Prime Minister Anwar announced that the Budi95 subsidy quota will be restored to 300 litres per month, ahead of the Merdeka celebration. The decision aims to ease the financial burden on eligible recipients.
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National Day celebrations at Dataran Putrajaya to proceed as planned, says Fahmi
Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil confirmed that the 2026 National Day celebrations at Dataran Putrajaya on August 31 will proceed as planned, ensuring the event goes ahead despite any concerns.
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Prime Minister’s National Day 2026 address set for 2pm at PICC
The Prime Minister's National Day 2026 address will be held at 2pm at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC). The ceremony marks the national celebration and is expected to include the Prime Minister's speech.
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Foreign Ministry says 36 Malaysians in Tibet reported safe, with checks widening to Chinese border areas
The Foreign Ministry confirmed that 36 Malaysians in Tibet, China are safe after flash floods and landslides, with verification efforts expanding to Chinese border areas.
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National Day parade preparations in Putrajaya nearly complete ahead of tomorrow’s full rehearsal, says Fahmi
Preparations for the 2026 National Day parade at Dataran Putrajaya are nearly complete ahead of tomorrow's full rehearsal, according to Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil. The event is set to take place in Putrajaya, with final checks underway to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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Precinct 20 sites in Putrajaya designated for non-Muslim places of worship, says national unity minister
The federal government has designated sites in Precinct 20, Putrajaya for non-Muslim places of worship, as announced by the national unity minister. This move aims to facilitate religious diversity in the federal administrative capital.
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Malaysia slams Israeli seizure of UNRWA training centre in occupied East Jerusalem
Malaysia strongly condemned Israel's forceful seizure of a UNRWA training centre in occupied East Jerusalem, calling it a violation of international law and UN resolutions. The Malaysian government urged the international community to hold Israel accountable and protect UN facilities.
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No shutdown, but Fahmi says e-commerce platforms to face tighter rules over electrical, halal products
The government will tighten oversight of e-commerce platforms regarding electrical and halal products, but will not shut them down. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced immediate steps to enhance regulation and ensure compliance with safety and halal standards.
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Public toilets maintained, markets upgraded, drains improved: Housing Ministry says six initiatives surpass targets
The Housing and Local Government Ministry announced that six of its initiatives, including public toilet maintenance, market upgrades, and drain improvements, have exceeded their targets. The ministry highlighted these achievements as part of its ongoing efforts to improve urban infrastructure and public amenities.
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Malaysia’s SMART rescue team prepares for United Nations reclassification, aims to retain status
Malaysia's Special Search and Rescue Team (SMART) is preparing for a United Nations reclassification to retain its Heavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR) status. The team aims to maintain its international certification and readiness for disaster response.
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Immigration lodges police report after viral UTC Pudu post found inconsistent with CCTV records
The Immigration Department of Malaysia has filed a police report regarding a viral social media post about the UTC Pudu office, which was found to be inconsistent with CCTV footage. The department urges the public to rely on official sources for accurate information.