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Malaysia's Parliament has tasked two special select committees with a three-month review of the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 and Admiralty Jurisdiction Bill 2026, following July approval for further scrutiny of the proposed legislation.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan will present the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Tabung Haji to Parliament next week, bringing the investigation into the embattled Islamic pilgrimage fund into public parliamentary debate.
Malaysia's parliament heard updates on climate adaptation through cloud seeding operations, wage improvements benefiting over 51,000 workers, and moves toward recognising Malaysian Tamil music as national heritage.
Malaysia's Dewan Negara has passed the Social Work Profession Bill 2026, creating a regulatory council that brings together government agencies, private sector, NGOs and universities to professionalize social work and protect public welfare.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that Parliament will hold a special sitting on August 11 to discuss the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, Malaysia's hajj savings fund.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has proposed convening a special Parliament sitting to examine the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Lembaga Tabung Haji, pending approval from the Dewan Rakyat speaker.
The Malaysian government will convene a special parliamentary session to allow MPs to scrutinise the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, which has been declassified from official secrets protection after Cabinet approval.
Bangladesh will elect a new president when parliament reconvenes in September, following the resignation of Mohammed Shahabuddin Chuppu on health grounds. The BNP-led government is expected to secure the presidency.
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has unveiled three strategic initiatives aimed at cultivating strong democratic values and political stability among Malaysian youth, emphasizing hands-on parliamentary experience and national unity.
Malaysia's parliament has approved two significant legislative pieces aimed at strengthening long-term financial discipline and modernising the nation's official statistics framework after decades without major updates.
Thousands of Indian demonstrators attempted to march on parliament in New Delhi on Monday, calling for sweeping reforms to the country's education system. Police deployed crowd-control measures to prevent protesters from breaching barricades near the legislative building.
Senator Datuk Nur Jazlan Mohamed has secured a second three-year term as Deputy Speaker of the Dewan Negara, with his reappointment taking effect from June 2026. The 60-year-old UMNO leader was nominated by the Prime Minister's office.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will tackle questions about Retirement Fund Incorporated's investment in eFishery during a parliamentary session tomorrow, addressing mounting scrutiny over the pension fund's controversial venture.
Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has declared Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia the country's only authentic parliamentary opposition, citing the collapse of traditional opposition coalitions and the absorption of former rivals into government structures.
Parliament has approved the National Trust Fund (KWAN) Bill 2026, signalling Malaysia's shift toward diversifying how it preserves wealth from exhaustible natural resources for future generations, moving beyond Petronas's sole stewardship.
The Dewan Rakyat concluded its second meeting after 16 days of proceedings, during which lawmakers passed 13 bills spanning transport, cybercrime, child protection, and financial regulation.
Parliament has passed amendments to the Kumpulan Wang Amanah Negara Act that prevent future large withdrawals without explicit Dewan Rakyat approval, closing loopholes exposed by a RM5 billion withdrawal in 2021.
Malaysian Parliament is focusing on climate resilience and agricultural planning as lawmakers quiz ministers on El Niño preparations, military training safety standards, and national food security strategies.
Malaysia has taken a landmark step in professionalising its social welfare sector with the passage of the Social Work Profession Bill 2026, establishing a dedicated regulatory council to oversee practitioners and set competency standards.
Malaysia's lower house approved moving RM14.5 billion in remaining MGII proceeds to the Development Fund as part of efforts to finance 2026 development expenditure and manage fiscal pressures.
The Dewan Rakyat will address internet connectivity failures, the geopolitical impact on fuel subsidy spending, and housing finance accessibility for self-employed workers and gig economy participants.
Malaysia's Election Commission is examining a proposal to introduce domestic postal voting across Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak, with findings anticipated by next year following stakeholder consultations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has declined to call an early general election, urging critics to allow his government the full time needed to fulfill its mandate despite renewed pressure following Johor state polls.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rejected calls for early elections, asserting that Malaysia's unity government retains sufficient democratic backing to complete its parliamentary term.
The Dewan Rakyat will discuss the Malaysia-Thailand Border Economic Zone's development and ramifications of the Strait of Hormuz crisis, two issues with significant implications for Malaysia's regional economic ties.
Parliamentarians will scrutinise the Malaysia-Thailand Border Economic Zone's economic potential and assess the government's response to regional shipping threats in the Strait of Hormuz during today's Dewan Rakyat sitting.
Malaysia's parliament has endorsed the Control of Padi and Rice (Amendment) Bill 2026, introducing significantly stiffer penalties for industry violations and marking the first major update to rice sector regulations in over three decades.
Parliament has received the Witness Protection (Amendment) Bill 2026, which strengthens protections for vulnerable witnesses, introduces psychological support services, and allows guardians to enrol dependants lacking legal capacity.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman attended the Federal Court for a pivotal hearing on his money-laundering conviction, with supporters assembling early at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya.
Malaysia's Parliament is set to tackle major geopolitical and domestic challenges, including reforming the UN Security Council, addressing food supply vulnerabilities, and strengthening defence procurement strategies.
Malaysia's federal government statutory debt is projected to remain below the 65% GDP threshold through 2026, the Finance Ministry has assured Parliament, while implementing cost-control measures across agencies.
Singapore authorities have arrested a 40-year-old man in connection with anonymous bomb threats made against Parliament House and the Home Team Science and Technology Agency office.
Parliament could soon view security camera recordings from the Taiping prison riot, though Cabinet clearance remains essential due to active court cases linked to the incident.
Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has publicly questioned Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said's decision to keep Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholding records confidential, raising fresh transparency concerns.
Parliament examines the proposed public-private partnership for the East Coast Expressway Phase 3 and stricter enforcement against vape syndicates targeting schoolchildren during today's sitting.
Parliament will tackle MSME funding difficulties and Malaysia's falling media freedom ranking today, with lawmakers questioning government support measures and press sector safeguards.
Malaysia's parliament has approved amendments expanding the Malaysia Competition Commission's enforcement powers, including new authority to impose financial penalties and conduct market reviews. The changes aim to combat increasingly sophisticated cartel activities.
The Dewan Rakyat has approved the Competition (Amendment) Bill 2026, introducing tougher penalties for obstruction of investigations and enhanced tools to combat digitally-coordinated cartel activities in Malaysia's marketplace.
Malaysia's new TVET Commission is on track for completion by year-end, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid announced at an event in Johor, replacing the existing National TVET Council as part of broader vocational education reforms.
Parliament's second week brought key legislative progress and policy clarifications, including PM Anwar Ibrahim's defence of federal fund distribution and passage of bills addressing cybercrime and child sexual abuse.
Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman reaches the end of a prolonged legal ordeal as Malaysia's Federal Court delivers its final verdict today, concluding a six-year battle involving corruption allegations.
Malaysia's Cybercrimes Bill 2026, tabled in Parliament on June 22, aims to modernise cybercrime legislation beyond compliance with international conventions, incorporating feedback from over 40 stakeholder consultations since September 2023.
A RM99.8 million river development initiative in Johor will protect approximately 15,000 residents and mitigate flooding across 50 hectares upon completion, Parliament heard. Physical construction is scheduled to begin mid-2027.
Parliament has approved amendments to strengthen protections for children by extending Malaysia's legal reach to prosecute sexual offences against minors committed overseas, preventing offenders from escaping justice abroad.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim defended the government's allocation formula, stating that federal funds are distributed according to developmental priorities rather than tax contributions, with most states receiving more than they pay.
Malaysian Parliament will today examine complaints over unequal Federal funding to states and clarify rules preventing government project announcements during election campaigns, with three state polls approaching.
The Dewan Rakyat has formally expressed condolences to Dewan Negara President Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah following the death of his mother. Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul made the announcement during an afternoon parliamentary sitting.
Parliament has backed proposed amendments to strengthen Malaysia's response to child sexual abuse, with MPs recommending international cooperation, specialist units, and victim support measures.
Malaysia's Parliament examines how the West Asian conflict affects foreign tourist arrivals, particularly from Middle Eastern and European markets, alongside urgent border security and wildlife management concerns.
Iraqi authorities have detained 47 officials, including members of parliament, in a major anti-corruption operation. The arrests signal intensified efforts to tackle systemic graft plaguing the government.
The Malaysian government is seeking bipartisan support to pass the Constitutional Amendment Bill 2026, which aims to separate the roles of Attorney-General and Public Prosecutor. The reform requires a two-thirds parliamentary majority.
Malaysia's parliament passed just one bill during its opening week, the Road Transport (Amendment) Bill 2026, which targets illegal racing by allowing earlier enforcement action. Four other bills were tabled for first reading.