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Malaysia's National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 concluded in Penang with nearly 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and ASEAN nations gathering to celebrate journalism and strengthen regional cooperation under the theme of media integrity.
Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib has praised the Communications Ministry's decision to host the National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 celebrations in Penang, highlighting media's crucial role in fostering informed societies across Southeast Asia.
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The Malaysian Media Council held an engagement session with media practitioners from Malaysia's northern states during HAWANA 2026 celebrations in Butterworth, marking the first informal gathering under new chairman Tan Sri Nallini Pathmanathan.
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Malaysia's HAWANA 2026 Summit convened 1,000 journalists and media practitioners in Penang, with officials and industry figures affirming the annual gathering's importance for recognising contributions and navigating technological disruption in news media.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has officiated the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day celebration at the PICCA Convention Centre in Butterworth, presenting awards to recognize media excellence and professionalism.
Journalists and media officials from Malaysia and across ASEAN have begun converging on Butterworth for the HAWANA 2026 Summit, a major gathering focused on strengthening media integrity and regional cooperation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has arrived in Penang immediately after concluding his official Turkmenistan visit, set to preside over National Journalists' Day (Hawana) 2026 celebrations and chair investment-focused events.
The RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 carnival launches tonight at PICCA@Arena Butterworth with an opening concert featuring top Malaysian musicians. The three-day event celebrates National Journalists' Day and is expected to attract 30,000 visitors.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day grand finale unfolds today in Penang, drawing 1,000 media professionals and international delegations. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the ceremony, presenting HAWANA Awards to outstanding journalists and contributions to media veterans.
Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib hosted nearly 350 media practitioners from Malaysia and across ASEAN at a dinner honouring their contributions to national development, ahead of the HAWANA 2026 main event officiated by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Malaysia's media industry converges in Penang for HAWANA 2026, with a series of preparatory programmes addressing AI, digitalisation, and journalism's future. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the main event themed 'Media Integrity, Foundation of Credibility.'
A comprehensive photo gallery at the HAWANA 2026 Summit in Butterworth documents eight years of Malaysia's National Journalists' Day celebrations and highlights the impact of the Tabung Kasih@HAWANA assistance fund on media practitioners facing hardship.
Penang hosts the culminating summit of HAWANA 2026 tomorrow with approximately 1,000 media practitioners. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the event themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility', recognising journalism's vital role in national development.
Penang's government is confident about hosting the 2026 National Journalists' Day (HAWANA), with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim set to officiate the summit. The three-day event will draw journalists and the public.
Limited-edition HAWANA 2026 merchandise featuring branded apparel goes on sale during the National Journalists' Day main celebration in Penang on June 20, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiating.
Penang's inaugural hosting of HAWANA 2026 promises substantial economic gains through tourism and creative industry exposure, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiating the June 19-21 celebration.
Penang police have announced extensive security and traffic management arrangements for the National Journalists' Day 2026 summit at PICCA Convention Centre, with main roads remaining open and targeted diversions to manage flow.