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Sultan Nazrin Shah warned that nations with abundant resources can still fail without strong institutions, transparent governance, and accountable leadership that prioritizes public service over self-interest.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was deeply moved by the story of nine-year-old Muhammad Afif Ikhwan, who travelled through an oil palm plantation with his grandmother hoping to meet him at a Felda programme in Segamat.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged emerging leaders from across the globe to embrace continuous learning while remaining steadfast in their ethical foundations and moral commitments.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has released a comprehensive book compiling his political philosophy and life experiences, hoping it will guide future generations in understanding nation-building principles and cultural development.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has dismissed reports that he plans to resign, with government officials insisting he remains focused on his duties despite mounting political pressure on the Labour government.
A prominent political observer contends that Malaysian voters are gravitating toward calm, measured leaders rather than those employing inflammatory rhetoric or unrealistic pledges, signalling a broader shift in electoral preferences.
Newly appointed MACC Chief Commissioner Datuk Seri Abdul Halim Aman has pledged to drive improvements at the anti-corruption agency, acknowledging the steep adjustment from his previous role as a High Court judge.
One hundred students from two secondary schools in Johor will participate in Harvard University's Program for Scientifically-Inspired Leadership, with training extended to 40 teachers through international pedagogy workshops.
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Malaysia's Maal Hijrah 1448H celebrations nationwide focused on positive transformation, leadership excellence, and ummah solidarity. Award recipients honoured for contributions to Islamic affairs and community service.
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Sultan Nazrin Shah has urged national leaders to shun emotional, impulsive decision-making in favour of careful deliberation and informed judgment, speaking at the National Level Maal Hijrah 1448 Celebration in Putrajaya.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on Johor voters to elect leaders with integrity and wisdom ahead of the July 11 state election, emphasising the need for state-federal alignment on development.