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Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called for Student Representative Councils at Malaysian universities to undertake structured leadership and political education programmes, with government funding available to enhance young voters' understanding of democracy.
In the Johor Jaya state seat race, a 30-year-old DAP candidate emphasises youth engagement and economic opportunities, while her BN rival leverages over a decade of community service and infrastructure development goals.
Malaysia's National Unity Index for 2025 has climbed to 0.701, a moderately high score reflecting growing national cohesion and institutional confidence among citizens, according to the National Unity and Integration Department.
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More than 300 young worshippers participated in a Qiyamullail programme at a Kuala Lumpur mosque before watching a 2026 World Cup match, combining spiritual devotion with football enthusiasm through an integrated faith-based approach.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Ministry will strengthen youth engagement programmes following Sultan Nazrin Shah's call for religious leaders to counter extremism and misinformation in the digital age.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is establishing a cadet corps programme across schools to educate young people about integrity and the dangers of corruption, expanding its anti-graft mission beyond enforcement.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is leveraging creative filmmaking to build anti-corruption consciousness among young Malaysians, partnering with Universiti Sains Malaysia for the 5th Youth Film Festival in Penang.