Anwar Ibrahim

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2026-06-16

Departed to Kazan, Russian Federation to attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit. I am also scheduled to have a meeting with President Vladimir Putin in addition to attending the Russia-ASEAN Business Forum. After the agenda in Kazan, I will then go to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan for an official visit at the invitation of President Serdar Berdimuhamedow. Please pray for me and the Malaysian delegation to make things easier and bring the best benefits and returns to the country. ====== Departs fo…

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2026-06-16

Alhamdulillah, today I celebrate the President of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, Dr. José Ramos-Horta in a luncheon in conjunction with his special visit to Malaysia and continued to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation for the well-being of the people of both countries. As a neighboring country and a member of the large ASEAN family, Malaysia welcomes efforts to strengthen regional relations based on the spirit of togetherness, mutual respect and shared responsibility in preservi…

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2026-06-16

Our struggle is never just about winning elections. In fact, it is the deciding field as to whether Malaysia will continue to be driven by the old politics laden with hatred and abuse of power, or move forward as an order centered on the principles of accountability, justice and kindness to the majority of people. We have proven that what is desired is not just a slogan. Governance is tightened, leakages are combated, investment is enhanced and world confidence in Malaysia is restored. However, …

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2026-06-15

After being with the fishermen and farmers at Pantai Leka, I visited Muar Soup House to join the locals for afternoon tea. Previously I had performed the Maghrib prayer at Jamek Sultan Ibrahim Mosque, Muar. I was informed that this location is a 'favorite' location for Muar residents to taste meat and goat soup. Alhamdulillah. #PakatanHarapan

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2026-06-15

A nation does not rise in rank simply because of splendor or speed of technology. It will only be lifted when the results of the progress reach and are felt by the people in need, namely fishermen who cross the ocean, farmers who cultivate paddy fields and bendang, as well as families who have high hopes for the future of their children. So our task is not only to attract investment and develop the economy, but to ensure that every policy that is enacted is rooted in courtesy, justice and concer…

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2026-06-15

I welcome the understanding reached between the United States and Iran towards ending hostilities, and the announcement that a memorandum of understanding will be signed in the coming days. I commend the mediation efforts that brought the parties to this point, especially those undertaken by Pakistan. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping must now be treated as a matter of the highest urgency. The strait is a critical artery for global energy security and international …

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2026-06-15

The government's job is to ensure that every citizen gets a fair and just defense, regardless of who they are. This responsibility cannot be a seasonal choice, but rather must be a principle that any government defends in order to guarantee the well-being of the people and the future of the country. #MalaysiaMADANI #MADANIWorking #YakinMADANI

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2026-06-15

Today is a very meaningful and happy moment, not only for the residents of Rumah Panjang Bukit Kiara, but also proof that an administration based on CIVIL values ​​always puts justice, courtesy and the dignity of the people as a priority. After 44 years of living in a temporary settlement in all sorts of limitations, we finally got to witness the Ground Breaking Ceremony for Bukit Kiara Longhouse Residents' Permanent Housing as a final step towards a solution that has been awaited for a long tim…

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2026-06-15

For the purpose of strengthening the monitoring of Bumiputera development programs, particularly initiatives under PuTERA35, the Bumiputera Agenda Leadership Unit (TERAJU), which is currently being monitored by the Ministry of Economy, has been transferred to an agency under the Prime Minister's Department (JPM). This matter was agreed upon when I chaired the Bumiputera Economic Council (MEB) Meeting Number 2 of 2026 today and the move is a continuation of the efforts to empower Bumiputera insti…

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2026-06-14

This evening I received a visit from the Secretary General Rabithah al-Alam al-Islami (Muslim World League), Sheikh Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Alissa in Putrajaya to exchange views on the development of the Islamic world and efforts to strengthen understanding between religions. We touched on the success of the 3rd International Religious Leaders Summit in Kuala Lumpur recently which successfully brought together religious figures, scholars and community leaders from various backgrounds and coun…

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2026-06-14

Spend Sunday attending the 10th KOPROJAYA Annual General Meeting in Putrajaya. I look at the cooperative movement from a broader angle than just profits or dividend returns. The fact is that cooperatives bring the big idea of ​​building the economic strength of the people through wider participation and fairer sharing of benefits, compared to wealth that is only monopolized by a few parties with capital strength and influence. From there the debate about social justice and social democracy was b…

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2026-06-14

The world of Islamic scholarship and knowledge today has lost one of its best princes. The departure of Professor Dr. Muhammad Umer Chapra marked the end of a life devoted entirely to the vertical struggle for justice, empowering thought and elevating human dignity with knowledge as a vehicle. When economics is often separated from considerations of morality and humanity, the deceased appears as a figure who reminds us that prosperity without justice is ultimately nothing more than a mirage; bea…

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2026-06-13

At the end of my visit to Sabah, I attended a dinner with the President of Sabah, TYT Tun Datuk Seri Panglima Musa Aman at Istana Seri Kinabalu. We exchanged views on various issues affecting the future of Sabah, including the state's development agenda, economic strengthening, social well-being and efforts to improve the people's living standards. I am confident that the close relationship and full cooperation between the Federal Government and the State Government will continue to be an import…

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2026-06-13

Unity cannot be considered as something that will last by itself and it must continue to be nurtured with wisdom, patience and continuous efforts, while rejecting all forms of actions that can divide society. History teaches us that Malaysia is able to remain united in diversity because of visionary leadership that celebrates differences as strength. Great figures such as Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, Tun Temenggong Jugah, Tun Mustapha Harun and Tun Fuad Stephens have laid a solid foundation …

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2026-06-13

Alhamdulillah, this evening I had the opportunity to celebrate the participants of the "Melangka Bersama MADANI: Women of Faith, Women of Resilience" program in Kota Kinabalu which brought together the participation of women from all over Sabah. On this occasion, I express my appreciation for the great role and contribution of women who are always a pillar of strength for the family, society and country. Women should not be marginalized in the national development agenda because they are one of …

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2026-06-13

Arrived in Kota Kinabalu Sabah today to review the progress of the Sabah Southern MADANI Link Project, Sipitang, a strategic initiative that will strengthen the state's electricity transmission system, improve energy security and support the development of renewable energy sources to ensure a more stable, sustainable and reliable electricity supply. During my speech, I emphasized that the real measure of the success of a project is not just the investment figures or the economic growth generated…

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2026-06-13

In Tokyo recently, I met six major Japanese and international companies that are leaders in artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing technology, energy, high-tech automotive, renewable energy and global supply chains. This meeting opens up a space for new cooperation and investment that can strengthen Malaysia's competitiveness, catalyze future industrial development as well as increase the country's energy and economic security in an increasingly challenging global landscape. Alhamdulill…

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2026-06-13

The long history of mankind teaches that building a nation or a civilization requires a high level of patience, wisdom and wisdom, avoiding reckless behavior, as well as having an intact and accurate commitment. However, it is easy to destroy it, namely by inciting hatred, widening differences and arrogant attitudes that are allowed to inflame. For that reason, we must dare to reject a political culture that makes difference a vehicle for achieving power. Meanwhile, Malaysia was not built on the…

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2026-06-12

On the sidelines of the Third International Religious Leaders' Summit this afternoon, I also had the opportunity to meet and exchange views with religious leaders and scholars from various countries. I share the experience of Malaysia as a country built on the diversity of races, languages ​​and religions. Managing a diverse society is not an easy task, let alone in an environment that often faces various challenges and differences of opinion. However, I believe that mutual respect, simplicity a…