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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has proposed convening a special Parliament sitting to debate the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, pending approval from the Dewan Rakyat speaker.
Law Minister Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said believes the proposed constitutional amendment to separate the attorney-general and public prosecutor roles will obtain backing from both government and opposition members of Parliament.
Parliament's opening week delivered limited legislative progress, with only the Road Transport (Amendment) Bill 2026 advancing to passage. The Prison Amendment Bill faced setback, while five other measures moved to first reading.
Malaysia's proposed judicial reforms will grant Parliament expanded powers to evaluate and debate public prosecutor candidates from the Judicial and Legal Service Commission, marking a significant shift toward legislative oversight.
Parliament has passed the Road Transport (Amendment) Act 2026, granting regulatory agencies significantly broader enforcement capabilities under the Road Transport Act 1987 framework.
The Dewan Rakyat is set to deliberate on Johor's water infrastructure needs, measures to strengthen competition oversight in housing markets, and digital safety protections for younger users on social media platforms.
Malaysian parliamentarians have called for sweeping measures to tackle illegal racing, including permanent driving licence revocation, mandatory rehabilitation programmes, and stricter regulation of motorcycle modifications.
Malaysia's parliament received two competition-related amendment bills designed to enhance the Malaysia Competition Commission's investigative authority and broaden regulatory scope beyond commercial activities.
Eight PKR lawmakers are demanding genuine parliamentary vetting authority over public prosecutor appointments, rather than merely having the right to comment on the selection process during planned constitutional reforms.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has cautioned lawmakers against absenting themselves from parliamentary sessions without legitimate justification, underscoring the importance of attendance.
Malaysia is preparing to increase maximum traffic fines from current levels to RM500 across over 700 road offences if Parliament approves proposed amendments to the Road Transport Act 1987.
The Dewan Rakyat will examine Malaysia's stance on a proposed US-Iran peace agreement and review progress of the MADANI Mart initiative during parliamentary questioning today.
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Parliament's Speaker has formally confirmed that Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin has resumed his position as Opposition Leader on June 18, after a brief period when Kemaman MP Ahmad Samsuri held the post.
Malaysia's mental health crisis could impose an economic burden of RM25.3 billion by 2030 if intervention measures are not strengthened, with depression rates among adults doubling to 4.6 per cent since 2019.
Romania's prime minister-designate Adrian Vestea has formally presented his proposed cabinet and government programme to parliament, securing backing from the Social Democratic Party after weeks of political uncertainty.
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King Sultan Ibrahim has granted royal assent to eight bills previously passed by the lower house, Speaker Johari announced. The legislation advances Malaysia's parliamentary agenda on key policy fronts.
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Malaysia's proposed constitutional reforms would remove the Prime Minister from Public Prosecutor appointments, instead vesting power in the Judicial and Legal Service Commission with parliamentary oversight and a fixed seven-year term.
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Sultan Ibrahim has formally approved eight bills passed by Parliament, spanning procurement, immigration, environmental protections, and the Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link project.
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Parliament convened to address pressing economic and social concerns, with lawmakers raising questions on maritime trade risks, Islamic pilgrimage improvements and responsible AI deployment.
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Parliament's opening session will tackle the economic fallout from Strait of Hormuz disruptions, haj system improvements, and AI governance frameworks as lawmakers convene for a 16-day sitting.
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Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has formally acknowledged Hamzah Zainuddin as the official Opposition Leader following notification from the Prime Minister's office, marking a significant shift in parliamentary leadership roles.
The Dewan Rakyat has reconvened with a significant constitutional amendment on the agenda that would split the attorney-general and public prosecutor positions, marking a pivotal moment in Malaysia's governance structure.
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Malaysia's Human Resources Ministry will table the Traveller Scheme proposal in Parliament, aiming to extend social security coverage to approximately 480,000 Malaysians who commute daily between Johor and Singapore.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Johari Abdul confirms that former premier Muhyiddin approached him about relocating his parliamentary seat, while officially recognising Larut MP Hamzah Zainudin as opposition leader.
The Dewan Rakyat Speaker has been formally notified of Perikatan Nasional's decision to reappoint Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin as the coalition's opposition leader, reinforcing his continued role in parliamentary proceedings.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has urged Members of Parliament to uphold high standards of conduct, warning that young legislators observe their behaviour as they prepare to participate in the Malaysian Youth Parliament beginning September 11.
An animal welfare campaigner has completed the opening stage of a 290-kilometre solo run from Taiping to Parliament in Kuala Lumpur, pressing forward despite sustaining a knee injury. The effort aims to draw attention to three elephants housed at Tennoji Zoo in Japan.
A Kedah member of parliament has vowed to pursue legal proceedings against Malaysia's Higher Education Ministry, refusing to withdraw claims of improper conduct he characterizes as 'backdoor' practices.
PAS treasurer Iskandar Abdul Samad has cast doubt on Bersatu's capacity to remain a functional member of the Perikatan Nasional coalition, raising fresh questions about the stability of Malaysia's opposition bloc.