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Malaysian state election preparations

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Gabungan Parti Sarawak prepares for 2026 state election

Political parties in Melaka and Sarawak are intensifying preparations for upcoming state elections. In Melaka, coalitions including Barisan Nasional, Perikatan Nasional, and Pakatan Harapan are organizing for contested s

Melaka state election: campaign unity and early voting

39 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Melaka State Election: Early voting begins amid reports of campaign misconduct

The 16th Melaka State Election has entered its final stages, with early voting for security personnel having commenced. A total of 12,531 personnel, comprising 9,769 military members and their spouses and 2,762 police of

Malaysia-Indonesia haze mitigation and bilateral talks

23 clusters · 125 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Australia deploys water bombing aircraft to fight wildfires in East Kalimantan

The transboundary haze crisis continues to impact air quality across Malaysia, with pollutant index levels reaching as high as 195 in regions including Sarawak, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Penang, Kedah, and Perak. In respon

Sarawak state election planning and assembly dissolution

5 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: PBB strengthens machinery for 13th Sarawak state election

Speculation regarding the timing of the 13th Sarawak State Election has materialized following the official dissolution of the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg on

International investment and aerospace interest in Sarawak

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Sarawak attracts interest from sovereign wealth funds and Russia

Sarawak has drawn significant interest from international entities regarding aerospace, technology, and infrastructure development. Russia, through its ambassador to Malaysia, has proposed a partnership to develop a rock

Sarawak economic diversification and energy transition

8 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Sarawak targets net-negative emissions by 2050

Sarawak is pursuing economic diversification strategies focused on transitioning from traditional resource extraction toward a low-carbon and high-tech economy. The state aims to reach an economy of RM282 billion by 2030

Sarawak state election preparations

4 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: GPS coalition seeks strong mandate in upcoming Sarawak election

Political leaders within the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition are preparing for the upcoming 13th Sarawak General Election. The coalition intends to contest all 82 available seats to ensure the state can maintain i

Sarawak 2027 budget planning and strategic initiatives

5 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Sarawak focuses on education, conservation, and governance reforms

The Sarawak government has detailed its 2027 budget, focusing on social welfare, economic growth, and public health. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has outlined extensive allocations for education,

Southeast Asian transboundary haze crisis fluctuates

65 clusters · 234 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Malaysia air quality remains good to moderate

The transboundary haze crisis in Southeast Asia, driven by the 2026 El Niño phenomenon, experienced significant fluctuations in air quality through late October and early November. While conditions had briefly improved

Sarawak renewable energy development

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Energy launches first solar-powered electric boat

Renewable energy initiatives in Sarawak have progressed through both large scale infrastructure agreements and localized technological deployments. Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar PJSC) and Syarikat SESCO Berhad

Sarawak digital and technological development

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Sarawak prioritizes STEM and free education to attract high-tech investment

The Sarawak government is advancing a digital transformation strategy through the implementation of an AI Action Plan and the development of SelectSarawak, an integrated digital platform intended to improve investment tr

Sarawak state election political preparations

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Malaysia: Bersatu signs CSA with government and contests Melaka seats

Political parties are finalizing strategies ahead of the 13th Sarawak state election. Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) Sarawak has announced plans to contest four seats, specifically targeting the Samariang, Sebuyau, and Be

Establishment of International Islamic Secondary School in__

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Sarawak to establish international Islamic school for Pacific students

The Sarawak Islamic Council and the state government are planning the establishment of the International Islamic Secondary School Sarawak (SMAIS) in Kuching, with operations expected to begin in January 2027. The school

Sarawak rice self-sufficiency and land management

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Sarawak targets rice self-sufficiency and forest conservation

The Sarawak government is pursuing a strategy to enhance rice self-sufficiency and food security through expanded paddy production and modernized agricultural technology. To bridge current productivity gaps, the state ha

Sarawak community leadership restructuring and welfare roles

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Sarawak community leaders play key role in local governance and welfare

In the Betong Division, proposals have been made to restructure and expand the roles of Community Leaders and Village Chiefs (KMKK) to address demographic changes and improve government service delivery. These leaders ma

Sarawak medical tourism industry development

3 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Sarawak Tourism Board targets 10% increase in Indonesian arrivals

Sarawak is actively expanding its medical tourism sector through infrastructure growth and increasing visitor numbers. To strengthen its position as a destination for international and domestic patients, the state is exp

Sarawak land and resource management initiatives

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Sarawak issues forest carbon licences for 56,806 hectares

The Sarawak state government is advancing various land and resource management initiatives. As of August 2026, authorities have surveyed over 1.25 million hectares of Native Customary Rights (NCR) land. Premier Datuk Pat

Malaysia federal-state cooperation on MA63

8 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Sabah and Sarawak parliamentary seat increase requires constitutional amendment

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has engaged in high-level discussions to strengthen cooperation regarding the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). In late August 2026, during the 27th Annual Leaders' Consultation in Br