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Malaysia's Cabinet has approved creation of a National Tahfiz Council to oversee Quranic memorisation programmes nationwide. Prime Minister Zahid Hamidi will chair the new governing body, signalling federal commitment to religious education standards.
Malaysia's Chief Justice Tun Wan Ahmad Farid has stressed that public trust is the judiciary's most valuable asset, earned through integrity and accountability rather than assumption. He highlighted the importance of institutional leadership in strengthening the courts.
Bersatu's top echelon has appealed to rank-and-file members to remain steadfast in their support as friction within the Perikatan Nasional coalition prompts significant leadership reshuffles affecting key figures.
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Kelantan's Regent Tengku Muhammad Fakhry Petra received Foreign Minister Fahmi Fadzil for discussions on fake social media accounts, misinformation campaigns, and current political issues facing the state and nation.
The Sultan of Perak has cautioned against emotionally-driven governance, emphasizing that nations and their citizens bear long-term consequences of hasty decisions. He calls for thoughtful, measured leadership.
Johor Menteri Besar Onn Hafiz has pushed back against Prime Minister's suggestions of state-level obstruction, asserting his administration maintains strong collaboration with federal authorities on key initiatives.