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A Parliamentary Select Committee will begin examining Malaysia's Freedom of Information Bill 2026 tomorrow, with the aim of finalising terms of reference and incorporating stakeholder feedback before parliamentary submission.
Penang's Bukit Bendera member of parliament Syerleena Abdul Rashid has condemned the killing of a dog named Rocky and demanded a swift, transparent and independent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the animal's death.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed to publishing the full Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji's management, signalling the government's transparency stance on the pilgrimage fund's governance issues.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim justified the government's decision to declassify the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report following sustained public demand, while cautioning critics against challenging official findings.
Malaysia's Cabinet has approved extending the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report review period to 2022 and beyond, encompassing the transition under new management. The report will be declassified and debated in Parliament.
The MACC's Chief Commissioner has reaffirmed the agency's commitment to professional standards and transparency, acknowledging that public confidence in its investigations has been tested by perceptions of bias.
Melaka has rolled out more than 200 measures to combat corruption and enhance governance, positioning itself as Malaysia's second-best performing state in the MACC's integrity rankings and supporting national goals.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced that Malaysia's Cabinet will decide this Wednesday whether to publicly release the Royal Commission of Inquiry report into Tabung Haji, which investigated allegations surrounding the sale of the Islamic pilgrimage fund's strategic assets.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has indicated the Cabinet will approve the release of the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report, reaffirming that accountability applies universally regardless of status or position.
Barisan Nasional has indicated it will not oppose the release of the Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji to Parliament or the public, should the Cabinet authorise disclosure.
Political scientists and public figures are pressing the government to release the Tabung Haji RCI report without further delay, citing the need to protect depositors, establish accountability, and rebuild institutional trust.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has justified the delayed release of a Royal Commission of Inquiry report on Tabung Haji, saying publication three years ago could have triggered depositor panic and destabilised the pilgrims' fund board.
Media reports allege a company owned by Nasir Baki, brother of former MACC Chief Tan Sri Azam Baki, secured a RM178mil Vehicle Entry Permit contract. Opposition voices are demanding Transport Minister Anthony Loke provide full transparency on the procurement process.
Malaysia's government will refer the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 to a Parliamentary Select Committee, allowing MPs and stakeholders to provide input before final passage.
Malaysia's Media Council has endorsed the government's move to send the Freedom of Information Bill 2026 to Parliament's Select Committee, citing the need for rigorous scrutiny of legislation with far-reaching constitutional implications.
Multiple parliamentary members are demanding that investigations into former MACC chief Tan Sri Azam Baki's shareholdings be disclosed publicly, citing accountability concerns.
Critics are calling for transparency on government overseas travel spending, arguing that if these trips are justified as strategic investments, similar commitment must be shown to Malaysia's struggling public healthcare system facing staff shortages and infrastructure decay.
Malaysia's Foreign Minister has defended the management of the Humanitarian Trust Fund for Palestinian people, emphasizing strict government controls, regular audits, and delivery through established UN agencies.
Transparency International Malaysia has welcomed the Attorney-General's Chambers' clarification on corruption compounds but insists deeper transparency measures are essential for maintaining public faith in Malaysia's anti-graft mechanisms.
Anti-corruption watchdogs are demanding that Malaysia's Attorney-General's Chambers and MACC publicly justify their decisions to compound corruption cases, citing concerns over transparency in high-profile settlements.