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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's advancement cannot rely on economic metrics alone, calling for a generation equipped with knowledge, discipline, and moral values to drive sustainable development.
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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has praised athletes competing in the Sukma 2026 games, urging the nation's youth to pursue excellence and represent Malaysia with distinction on the international sporting stage.
The National Service Training Programme's latest cohort will make their debut at the National Day parade, with 200 selected trainees from PLKN 3.0 marching in Putrajaya on August 31 before the King and Cabinet.
Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail has called on Orang Asli youths to pursue TVET and higher education qualifications, citing the need to reduce school dropout rates and unlock better career opportunities for Malaysia's indigenous communities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced a government programme providing free three-month AI software subscriptions to 100,000 young Malaysians aged 18-30, starting August 31, as part of the broader AI Malaysia initiative unveiled this week.
Sultan Nazrin Shah presented awards to 239 recipients at the Perak Scouts ceremony in Ipoh, as the national scouting movement undergoes significant modernisation and Perak branch approaches its centenary.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has warned that Malaysia cannot achieve developed nation status if citizens remain entrenched in divisive, race-based politics. Speaking at a youth training event, he called for generational unity and skills development to drive progress.
Hannah Yeoh, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department for the Federal Territories, has been appointed president of the Federal Territories State Scouts Council. She announced RM20,000 in funding to support scouting activities and youth development programmes.