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The 2026 Madani Budget will address "floor and ceiling" issues across sectors, in line with the 13th Malaysia Plan tabled last month.
Police will record statements from singer Eda Ezrin and five others over suspected links to a drug syndicate.
Gig worker protection
The Gig Workers Bill, set to be tabled on Aug 14, aims to protect nearly one million gig workers and establish a national social protection framework.
Gold hunt
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expects Malaysia to end its gold medal drought at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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- The Sun
Indigenous groups seek land rights recognition in memorandum to unity minister
BANTING: Jaringan Orang Asal SeMalaysia (JOAS) submitted a memorandum to the Ministry of National Unity today, marking Indigenous Peoples Day 2025. The document was handed over by JOAS president Hellan Empaing Anak Chi Tungkat to Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang at Tadom Hill Resort. It emphasised the protection of Indigenous land rights, customary territories, and natural resource management. The memorandum also highlighted the leadership role of Indigenous communities in climate change solutions and intergenerational advocacy. Inclusive governance and cultural resilience were key themes in the submission. Aaron assured that the government would review the memorandum thoroughly before addressing the concerns raised. 'This memorandum will be studied by the government, and the concerns expressed will be given serious attention,' he said. He reiterated the government's commitment to the Orang Asli community as part of Malaysia's national identity. The MADANI administration is prioritising Orang Asli welfare under the 13th Malaysia Plan, including revising the Orang Asli Act 1954. Aaron encouraged greater participation from Indigenous communities in Rukun Tetangga initiatives for local development. He stressed that such engagement strengthens social cohesion and access to government programmes. Efforts to preserve Indigenous languages, heritage, and cultural arts will also receive full government support. 'Traditional knowledge is vital in addressing global challenges like climate change,' he added. This year's Indigenous Day theme focused on environmental restoration through Indigenous wisdom. The celebration honours the cultural contributions and rights of Malaysia's Indigenous peoples. - Bernama
The Star
an hour ago
- The Star
Pondok teachers must master AI, says PM
MACHANG: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged pondok school teachers in the country to master information technology and AI to meet the challenges of the digital era. He said failure to grasp the latest technologies could cause the traditional religious institution to be overwhelmed by "a new wave of attacks' of the mind that have replaced past forms of colonisation. "If we do not master it, others will, and our children will adopt AI based on the frameworks of the United States or France. "So, how do we change the approach to this AI framework? It is by ensuring our children have resilience, an understanding of Islam, intelligence and wisdom in knowing what they want to achieve,' he said. He made this statement while delivering a speech at the opening of the Madani Ijtimak (Assembly) of Kelantan Islamic Scholars and Pondok Teachers 2025 at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Machang campus, here on Saturday (Aug 9). Also present were Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar, Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir, and Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud. Anwar said it was time to rebuild the pondok institution as a stronghold of Islamic history to counter secular influences. "Last month, I called in officials from the Finance Ministry to find a way to rebuild pondok schools as strongholds. Only then will Madani be realised in its true sense,' he added. Earlier, Anwar presented a contribution totalling RM1.03 million to representatives of pondok schools attending the National Umara'-Ulama Pondok Dialogue (Umran) 2025. Previously, Anwar was quoted as saying that the government would restore and elevate the country's pondok institution so that it can remain a bulwark for safeguarding the faith, morals, and character of the Muslim ummah in line with current needs. He stated that this initiative involves collaboration between the Finance Ministry and the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) to ensure that religious and pondok schools can be upgraded with new facilities and technology. — Bernama
Malay Mail
an hour ago
- Malay Mail
Anwar urges pondok teachers to embrace AI, digital skills to meet new era's challenges
MACHANG, Aug 9 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged pondok school teachers in the country to master information technology and AI to meet the challenges of the digital era. He said failure to grasp the latest technologies could cause the traditional religious institution to be overwhelmed by 'a new wave of attacks' of the mind that have replaced past forms of colonisation. 'If we do not master it, others will, and our children will adopt AI based on the frameworks of the United States or France. So, how do we change the approach to this AI framework? It is by ensuring our children have resilience, an understanding of Islam, intelligence and wisdom in knowing what they want to achieve,' he said. He made this statement while delivering a speech at the opening of the Madani Ijtimak (Assembly) of Kelantan Islamic Scholars and Pondok Teachers 2025 at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Machang campus, here today. Also present were Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Datuk Dr Mohd Na'im Mokhtar, Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Dr Zambry Abd Kadir, and Kelantan Menteri Besar Datuk Mohd Nassuruddin Daud. Anwar also said it was time to rebuild the pondok institution as a stronghold of Islamic history to counter secular influences. 'Last month, I called in officials from the Finance Ministry to find a way to rebuild pondok (schools) as strongholds. Only then will Madani be realised in its true sense,' he added. Earlier, Anwar presented a contribution totalling RM1.03 million to representatives of pondok schools attending the National Umara'-Ulama Pondok Dialogue (UMRAN) 2025. Previously, Anwar was quoted as saying that the government would restore and elevate the country's pondok institution so that it can remain a bulwark for safeguarding the faith, morals, and character of the Muslim ummah in line with current needs. He stated that this initiative involves collaboration between the Finance Ministry and the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) to ensure that religious and pondok schools can be upgraded with new facilities and technology. — Bernama
