Tag: Malaysia
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World Bank Urges Malaysia to Expand Cash Aid for Seniors
World Bank urges broader coverage for Malaysia’s seniors The World Bank has called on Malaysia to widen access to cash assistance for its aging population, arguing that existing programs do not reach a large portion of the elderly who are in need. In its assessment of Malaysia’s social pension scheme, the World Bank highlighted that…
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Nga Kor Ming Apologizes and Retracts Remarks Over I Lite U Launch Backlash
Malaysia’s Housing Minister Publishes an Apology Over I Lite U Remarks In a move aimed at cooling tensions surrounding the Bukit Bintang lighting initiative, Nga Kor Ming, Malaysia’s Housing and Local Government Minister, publicly apologised for comments he made during the pre-launch of the I Lite U project. The remarks sparked a wave of feedback…
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Nga Kor Ming Apologizes and Retracts Remarks Over I Lite U Lighting Launch Backlash
Background: The I Lite U Launch and the Backlash In a recent event surrounding the Bukit Bintang district, the I Lite U lighting initiative drew significant attention for its ambitious design goals and the way it was introduced to the public and media. The program, marketed as a modern lighting upgrade for the popular Kuala…
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PM Anwar on Medical Rest; Pahang Visit Cancelled
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Cancels Pahang Visit for Medical Reasons The Prime Minister’s Office announced that Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s planned working visit to the state of Pahang today has been cancelled on medical grounds. The decision, conveyed in a brief statement, comes after the prime minister reportedly sought medical advice following a recent bout…
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PM Anwar Ibrahim Cancels Pahang Visit Owing to Medical Rest
Overview: A Sudden Change in the Prime Minister’s Schedule The Prime Minister of Malaysia, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, has cancelled his scheduled working visit to the state of Pahang today. The announcement, issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, attributes the cancellation to medical rest advised by health professionals. This unexpected development comes just hours before…
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Syed Saddiq’s Ironman Run Raises RM1 Million for Muar Welfare
Overview: A Marathon for a Mission Malaysian political figure and youth advocate Syed Saddiq announced a landmark milestone from his latest Ironman maneuver: the race helped unlock RM1 million in welfare aid for the town of Muar. In a heartfelt Facebook post, he revealed a new personal best time of 12 hours and 22 minutes,…
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Syed Saddiq’s Ironman Run Raises RM1 Million for Muar Welfare Aid
Syed Saddiq Conquers Ironman Challenge, Funds Muar Welfare Former youth and sports minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman has once again blended athletic endurance with social advocacy. In a recent Ironman race, he clocked a personal best of 12 hours and 22 minutes, surpassing his previous record of 13 hours and 13 minutes last year.…
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In for a Good Swing: Kelly Tan Leads the Charge at Maybank Championship
Kelly Tan Takes Center Stage in Kuala Lumpur In a season scattered with international stops, Malaysian golf star Kelly Tan has returned home with a renewed sense of purpose. As the Maybank Championship reaches its final round in Kuala Lumpur, the 32-year-old is determined to deliver a strong finish that honors her supporters and underscores…
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Malaysia’s Asean Chairmanship Shines at APEC Gathering
Malaysia’s Asean Chairmanship Gets International Praise at APEC The APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju became a stage for a clear message: Malaysia’s stewardship of the Asean chairmanship is strengthening regional cohesion at a time of global economic flux. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who welcomed heads of state and government, noted that the spirit of…
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Malaysia’s Asean Chairmanship Shines at APEC, Anwar Ibrahim Says Xi Jinping Acknowledged Progress
Malaysian leadership in focus at APEC Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted the enduring spirit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) as a unifying thread at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting. He noted that this year’s gathering under Malaysia’s Asean chairmanship underscored how regional collaboration can drive resilience and economic…