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Malaysia's MA63 Technical Committee has instructed all federal ministries and agencies to fast-track resolution of outstanding issues under the Malaysia Agreement 1963, with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim set to review progress next month.
Sabah will table its outstanding RM900 million special grant balance at a Malaysia Agreement 1963 meeting on Monday, as the state government negotiates with federal authorities for full payment this year following an interim RM600 million disbursement.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has expressed frustration with Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor's ongoing political attacks, asserting that the federal government remains committed to advancing development across all states irrespective of their political leanings.
PKR Youth has raised concerns after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim was reportedly denied access to a Johor government facility, with the party questioning whether the state administration is prioritising political divisions over working with Putrajaya.
Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari has indicated the state is receptive to a higher special grant under Article 112D, contingent on the Federal Government's financial sustainability and capacity to fund the increase.
The resignation of a senior Johor Umno figure has rekindled longstanding tensions over the state branch's operational independence from federal party leadership, with observers cautioning against crossing sensitive political boundaries.
Former Sabah Chief Minister Harris Salleh has rejected accusations that he acted as a dictator when negotiating the state's 1976 petroleum agreement, asserting his administration followed proper democratic procedures.