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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.
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.