KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — Taiwan Expo 2025 will be held for three consecutive days starting June 23 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC).

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — The government’s proposed health insurance scheme, to be funded through Account 2 of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), will be voluntary and not mandatory, said Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has announced the promotion and transfer of eight senior officers, including four state police chiefs, effective July 21.

PUTRAJAYA, June 20 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today directed all government departments to cease using imported goods, particularly food, at official events, in a bid to promote local products.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — Refined sugar (or commonly known as white sugar) remains tax-free under the revised Sales and Service Tax (SST) that will take effect on July 1, 2025, said the Finance Ministry (MOF).

PUTRAJAYA, June 20 — The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is an efficient and transparent taxation system, but it is not yet suitable for re-implementation because the rakyat’s income threshold is still low, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 20 — The High Court here today granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) to former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak over three money laundering charges involving RM27 million from SRC International Sdn Bhd.

KOTA BHARU, June 20 — The Home Ministry (KDN) is reviewing various proposals to strengthen border security, including the construction of a wall along the Malaysia-Thailand border in Kelantan, deemed a high-risk area.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — The 47 Malaysian pilgrims who violated the Haj permit regulation after being duped by a local agent were only given a warning by the Saudi Arabian government.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — An Indonesian husband and wife believed to be masterminds of an immigration document forgery syndicate were detained during a raid by Kuala Lumpur Immigration at a house in Kampung Pandan yesterday.

SEPANG, June 19 — Customs officers have foiled recent multiple attempts to smuggle 30.14 kg of drugs estimated to be worth RM2.65 million through the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA).

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — Authorities have raided 57 illegal e-waste processing premises across the country under the integrated Op Hazard 2.0, conducted from June 16 until 2pm today, with total seizures estimated at RM500 million.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — The remains of former MIC president Datuk Seri G.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — A whole-of-society approach is needed to empower women across all sectors, including governance, urban planning and the digital economy to unlock the full potential of the “sheconomy” and drive inclusive, sustainable development in Asean, said Kuala Lumpur Mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif.

BANGI, June 19 — The Rural and Regional Development Ministry (KKDW) will review the salary scheme for Community Development Department (Kemas) teachers, aiming to elevate their role and better protect their welfare.

PUTRAJAYA, June 19 — Public servants are prohibited from making any public statements, whether orally or in writing, that could undermine government policies, plans, or decisions on any issue.

LANGKAWI, June 19 — Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the selection of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Putrajaya Presint 11(1) as a top 10 finalist for the 2025 World’s Best School Prizes in the “Supporting Healthy Lives” category reflects the strong potential of Malaysian schools to excel globally.

ISKANDAR PUTERI, June 19 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the significance of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), describing it as an extraordinary model of cross-border cooperation that sets a new benchmark for bilateral economic collaboration.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 — Malaysia and Thailand are working closely to forge a new partnership aimed at uplifting impoverished provinces on both sides of the border, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

LANGKAWI, June 19 — In the pursuit of a resilient and sustainable Asean, it is crucial for member countries to remain attentive to deficits in foundational learning, skills gaps and youth unemployment, which continue to exacerbate the Out-of-School Children and Youth (OOSCY) challenge.