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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has directed the Election Commission to prepare an updated report examining Sarawak's proposal to increase its state assembly seats by 17.
Kapit will host Sarawak's state-level National Day celebration on August 30-31, featuring ceremonies and cultural events designed to strengthen national unity and patriotic spirit among residents.
More than 10,000 Sarawakians participated in the Sarawak Day Unity Walk 2026 through Sibu's streets, celebrating state pride and inter-ethnic harmony alongside senior government officials.
Sarawak's ruling Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu will convene its central zone special convention in Sibu on July 26, attracting more than 3,000 delegates from 24 branches.
Sarawak DAP chief Chong argues the state's recent defamation ruling breaks with Commonwealth legal tradition that prevents governments from suing citizens for defamation.
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari has signalled openness to increased federal special grant funding if the government's financial capacity permits, following ongoing discussions with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim over MA63-related payments.