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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission is intensifying efforts to educate rural communities about online safety, launching a carnival in Sook district with government backing to combat digital scams and cyber threats.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the importance of continuing to strengthen FELDA as it works to improve settler welfare and economic sustainability. New chairman Tan Sri Ahmad Badri Mohd Zahir takes helm.
Malaysia's government will revise its targeted diesel subsidy programme across Sabah and Sarawak by incorporating grassroots concerns, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim personally engaging with communities about implementation challenges.
The Upper Rajang Development Agency is partnering with universities and development bodies to transition rural communities toward innovation-driven economies, with early projects showing 25% income gains.
Forty-seven participants in Perak's FELCRA Seri Gala programme have received land ownership grants, cementing a rural development model that prioritises economic empowerment and community prosperity across Malaysia's agricultural regions.
Malaysia's government is reviewing land administration mechanisms affecting nearly 113,000 FELDA settlers, with proposals to streamline inheritance registration and permit multiple housing units per residential lot.
Pakatan Harapan's Tenggaroh candidate Md Yusof Dawam is prioritizing second-generation housing and economic revitalization of Felda settlements, proposing planned townships and tourism development to stem rural migration.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled a comprehensive support package for FELDA communities, committing RM29 million to digital literacy, educational infrastructure, and healthcare services across 317 settlements nationwide.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke has rejected suggestions that the Kampung Angkat MADANI rural development programme is linked to state elections, characterising it as a planned nationwide initiative launched two years ago.
Malaysia's Cabinet has greenlit 24 new Tok Batin posts across Orang Asli villages as part of broader efforts to enhance community leadership structures and accelerate development initiatives reaching indigenous populations.
Desa Murni Kerdau in Temerloh has been recognised with three prestigious awards at the World Rural Development Day 2026 ceremony, celebrating its achievements in governance, entrepreneurship and sustainable tourism.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has proposed returning a portion of land currently managed by FGV Holdings to FELDA, as part of efforts to strengthen the agency's finances and improve settler welfare across three generations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has issued a stark warning to Felda's current leadership, urging the settler-focused agency to avoid repeating past administrative failures as it grapples with a RM980 million debt burden.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has paid tribute to FELDA settlers on their 70th anniversary, recognising their sacrifices and determination in building Malaysia's agricultural legacy and inspiring future generations.
The government is moving to revise the Land (Group Settlement Areas) Act 1960 to enable FELDA settlers to construct multiple dwellings on individual residential parcels, addressing housing pressures in settler communities.
FELCRA Bhd has announced a first interim profit distribution of RM126.9 million benefiting over 72,000 participants nationwide. The payout, up 7.6 per cent year-on-year, reflects improved operational efficiency despite lower global crude palm oil prices.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim officially opened FELDA's 70th anniversary celebration in Maran, honouring the Federal Land Development Authority's contributions to rural socio-economic transformation since its 1956 establishment.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for a comprehensive and fair resolution to persistent challenges facing Federal Land Development Authority settlers, particularly regarding land ownership and second-generation housing needs.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on FELDA to accelerate efforts to resolve chronic issues affecting settlers, particularly regarding second-generation housing and land ownership rights, signalling government commitment to the authority's residents.
Malaysia marked its inaugural World Rural Development Day on July 6 at an event in Pahang, with Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid underscoring the government's commitment to advancing rural communities through innovation, digitalisation and entrepreneurship.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged rural entrepreneurs to look beyond domestic markets and tap into ASEAN and global opportunities, citing successful initiatives that have created 15,000 jobs and generated over RM1.77 billion in sales.
Pakatan Harapan's Guna Balakrishnan has unveiled a focused first-100-days agenda for the Layang-Layang state seat, targeting infrastructure upgrades and rural security issues ahead of July 11 polling.
Malaysia's Parliament will examine government measures to protect insurance policyholders, ensure sufficient EPF retirement savings amid rising living costs, and address persistent connectivity gaps affecting rural entrepreneurs.
Malaysia plans to halve its food import dependence by 2050, reducing the country's RM80 billion annual import costs through a phased approach involving domestic agricultural development and livestock expansion.
Micro, small and medium enterprises remain crucial to Malaysia's economy, representing 97 per cent of business transactions and generating over half of all employment nationwide, Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid said.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is summoning Felda management to discuss unresolved issues facing the scheme's settlers. The meeting underscores growing pressure to address complaints that have accumulated over decades.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to addressing the long-unresolved housing shortage affecting second-generation FELDA settlers, though resolution depends on cooperation from state governments over land and infrastructure.
Malaysia is hosting its first World Rural Development Day celebration at Tun Abdul Razak Stadium in Jengka, Pahang, with Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi officiating. The event emphasizes rural innovation, digital access, and entrepreneurial growth.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has pledged to increase government support for Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia, positioning the microfinance institution as a priority in reaching underserved communities across the nation.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has disclosed that the federal government now carries Felda's approximately RM1 billion annual debt obligation, attributing the burden to accumulated administrative shortcomings.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called for more equitable development across Johor, emphasising that the state should balance high-impact infrastructure with essential services like affordable housing and schools for rural and urban poor communities.
The Pulai Sebatang state seat contest in Johor's July 11 election frames a broader debate between Pakatan Harapan's transformation agenda and Barisan Nasional's incremental development approach, with both camps emphasizing distinct priorities for the fishing and farming-dependent constituency.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has denied allegations that the government banned events in FELDA settlements, clarifying that restrictions apply only to the use of federal resources for election campaigning.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has categorically denied instructing the cancellation of the 2026 Johor Felda Settlers' Day event planned for Kluang. The clarification addresses recent speculation about the postponement.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has indicated that proposals for constructing new rural roads in Sabah and Sarawak to improve connectivity with major towns will be assessed for Budget 2027 allocation, subject to Finance Ministry and Public Works Department approval.
Tangkak incumbent Ee Chin Li has committed to realizing the long-delayed Tangkak New District Administrative Centre project if Pakatan Harapan wins the Johor state election on July 11, positioning it as crucial to reducing rural residents' service access challenges.
Pakatan Harapan candidate Danish Hossman, 23, is campaigning to bring investment and jobs to Johor Lama, targeting young people who currently migrate to urban centres for employment.
The Sultan of Pahang has appealed to higher education institutions across the state to increase scholarship opportunities for students from Tioman Island, highlighting the Institut Jantung Negara University College's recent award of scholarships to two outstanding island scholars.
Over 27,600 Felda settlers in Johor have now received ownership titles to their land, ending a decades-long wait for property rights. The achievement represents a major policy victory for the state government.
MNRB Holdings has distributed nearly RM600,000 to six schools through its Lestari Cemerlang Programme, focusing on academic excellence and rural development. The initiative includes scholarships and learning facility upgrades.
The Johor government has resolved 99.99 per cent of pending FELDA land title applications, settling 27,639 cases out of 27,642. The achievement marks a major victory for rural communities long struggling with property ownership uncertainties.
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Rim constituency in Melaka is harnessing community tourism and local industries to drive rural economic growth. Initiatives include the Jamboree Mountain Bike Challenge and partnerships with educational institutions and development agencies.
The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities has channelled RM100,000 towards comprehensive upgrades at SK Bendang Kering in Kuala Kangsar, Perak, introducing modern facilities and academic improvement programmes.
The Department of Orang Asli Development reports that approximately 224,559 Orang Asli in Peninsular Malaysia are accessing various government initiatives spanning education, healthcare, welfare, and community infrastructure as part of broader national development priorities.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's economic progress must benefit all citizens, particularly those in rural areas, rather than concentrate on large-scale projects alone.