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Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has expressed deep condolences following the death of Datuk Mohd Sukari Ab Hamid, the former director-general of the Information Department who retired in March 2024.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has directed the Community Development Department (KEMAS) to convert all senior positions to permanent status and enhance teacher salaries, aiming to strengthen the 60-year-old agency's workforce.
The National Institute of Public Administration has launched a specialized workshop to enhance the skills of Munsyi Muda Bahasa language officers across Malaysian government ministries and departments, focusing on translation and dictionary literacy.
Sarawak has exceeded its Borneonisation target by securing 87.5 per cent of key federal posts for state-born officers, while Sabah approaches 70 per cent in its drive towards a 90 per cent benchmark.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid has endorsed calls to upgrade the Immigration Officer Service Scheme, recognising the department's critical contribution to national security and revenue generation.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has apologised if his direct communication style with civil servants comes across as overly harsh, explaining that his intensity reflects his genuine passion for effective governance and national development.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the pivotal role of Malaysia's civil service in driving policy continuity and national progress, stressing that committed public servants with strong community ties are vital to development efforts.
Thailand is preparing to suspend approximately 6,000 civil servants following revelations of systematic exam cheating within its civil service recruitment process. The widening investigation has already led to three arrests and signals a major governance crisis.
Malaysia's work-from-home policy for federal civil servants has yielded significant savings, with 4.05 million litres of petrol conserved and RM7.31 million in subsidy expenditure reduced since April implementation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on Malaysian civil servants to demonstrate integrity and openness to reform, emphasizing that strong governance and principled leadership are essential for national progress.
Thai police have arrested three individuals linked to a widespread civil service examination fraud scheme. The scandal could result in approximately 5,000 government officials losing their positions.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission detained a former civil servant for allegedly misusing 11 people's personal details to fraudulently obtain RM300,000 in aid disbursements, marking another instance of internal government corruption.
Police have detained a former civil servant suspected of submitting forged documents to fraudulently obtain approximately RM300,000 in government financial assistance. The case highlights growing concerns about internal government fraud.
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The Malaysian government has decided to maintain the mandatory retirement age for civil servants at 60, rejecting proposals for an increase. The Cabinet also made contributions to PERKESO's non-work injury scheme voluntary.
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Malaysia's new ILTIZAM Act, effective December 1, 2025, mandates public sector efficiency and transparency improvements. The legal framework requires all government agencies to reassess processes triennially, with performance reports submitted to Parliament.
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Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof has urged Malaysia's civil service to maintain strict adherence to integrity, professionalism, and political neutrality to safeguard policy continuity and national economic stability.
The Malaysian Association of Wives and Women Civil Servants launches a Mount Kinabalu expedition this month, positioning physical mountaineering as a catalyst for emotional and psychological fortitude among female public sector employees.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim hosted Chief Statistician Uzir Mahidin for a farewell visit on July 3, expressing gratitude for his extensive service to Malaysia's data and statistics sector during his tenure.
Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin visited Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday to mark the end of his tenure, which concludes with mandatory retirement on July 8. Anwar praised his contributions to Malaysia's statistical infrastructure.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved a hybrid working model for civil servants starting August 1, allowing two days of remote work and three days at the office, replacing the existing work-from-home arrangement.