Anwar Ibrahim demands further investigation into LCS Project Scandal following alleged inadequate prosecution

Malaysia’s Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, has instructed the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission to take further action on the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) project after the previous prosecution was deemed insufficient. Speaking in Parliament, he emphasised that the previous prosecution did not cover the main culprits behind the project’s issues, and a second-round prosecution would take place. The Prime Minister was responding to a question from an MP about the government’s seriousness in taking action against non-transparent governance, including the LCS.

Malaysia’s PM congratulates Michelle Yeoh historical achievement; Netizens urge Govt to elevate local creative industry

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim congratulates Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh for her historic Best Actress win at the 95th Academy Awards. Yeoh made showbiz history for her performance in the sci-fi film “Everything Everywhere All at Once”. The PM called it a significant achievement and a source of great inspiration and motivation to homegrown actors and actresses, adding that it would provide impetus to the growth of Malaysia’s local industry.

Malaysia ex-premier Muhyiddin arrested by anti-graft body

Malaysia’s former Prime Minister, Muhyiddin Yassin, has been arrested by anti-graft authorities over alleged misuse of public funds meant to fight COVID-19. He is expected to face multiple charges relating to corruption and money laundering in court on Friday. Muhyiddin, who served as prime minister for 17 months between 2020 and 2021, now leads an opposition coalition against the current government. His supporters claim that the charges are politically motivated and an attempt to discredit his party ahead of state elections in July.

Anthony Loke Siew Fook named most popular minister in Malaysia’s unity government cabinet in joint survey

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA—  The most popular minister in the Malaysia’s Unity government…

Malaysia’s Prime Minister introduces luxury goods tax in place of GST to broaden tax base of high-income individuals

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA —Malaysia’s Prime Minister and Finance Minister Anwar Ibrahim confirmed…

Anwar reaffirms no plan to GST, will tighten subsidies for the rich instead to address national debt

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed that…

Anwar criticised over appointing own daughter as his senior advisor

MALAYSIA — Malaysia’s 10th Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was recently…

Anwar says Malaysia “not in hurry” to reinstate GST as he vowed to protect the low-and middle-income groups

MALAYSIA — Malaysia Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said his administration…

Malaysia PM stressed the need for people to be allowed to effectively and actively participate in civil society

SINGAPORE — Malaysia Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stressed the need…

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim arrives in Singapore for one-day official visit

SINGAPORE —  Malaysia Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim arrived Singapore today…