July 31, 2025
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Economy Ministry: Government to establish national housing agency and overhaul rent-to-own scheme under 13th Malaysia Plan

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 — The government is set to introduce a single national housing agency and a revamped rent-to-own (RTO) model as part of major housing reforms under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), aimed at improving access to affordable housing and easing the cost of living.‍

July 30, 2025
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Malaysia is spearheading ASEAN's efforts to advance regional peace, deepen economic integration, and drive digital transformation, Prime Minister says.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening ASEAN and ensuring the region advances in unison to support global stability, prosperity, and peace.‍

July 30, 2025
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LRT3 project reaches 99 per cent completion, set to commence operations on September 30, says Transport Minister Loke.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — The LRT3 project connecting Bandar Utama to Johan Setia reached 99.21 per cent completion as of July 10, according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook.‍

July 30, 2025
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Leading social media platforms remain unlicensed in Malaysia despite ongoing regulatory initiatives.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 — Meta’s platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, along with YouTube under Google, have not yet secured licences in Malaysia, according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

July 29, 2025
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PAS MP urged to apologise for belittling Malaysia’s role in Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — PAS Information Chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has come under fire and is being urged to issue a public apology to the people of Thailand and Cambodia for ridiculing Malaysia’s diplomatic role in brokering a ceasefire between the two nations.‍

July 29, 2025
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ASEAN leadership reshaped: Anwar’s discreet diplomacy averts Thailand-Cambodia deadly conflict

COMMENTARY, July 29 — Credit must be given to Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim where it’s due.