Here are today’s biggest stories.
Malay language priority
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said Malay must come first before boosting other languages, stressing it is the national language.
Leissner extradition push
Malaysia has sought Tim Leissner’s extradition since August 2024, with the A-GC saying the US is still reviewing the request as new 1MDB details surface.
No new plantation land
The government will halt new plantation openings, with Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani warning that more deforestation will worsen human–wildlife conflicts and threaten Malaysia’s 50% forest-cover pledge.
Syed Saddiq appeal pause
The Federal Court paused Syed Saddiq‘s corruption appeal, directing both sides to reassess their positions after two days of arguments.
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