Anwar Ibrahim weighs delaying Malaysia general election to late 2027 amid poll setbacks
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is looking to push back national elections until the second half of next year, people familiar with the matter said, as state poll defeats and soured partnerships reveal his political vulnerability. That time frame would mark a significant delay. Just months ago, the 79-year-old leader was said to be mulling a snap election as soon as this October,…
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim urged Malaysia's technology sector to innovate responsibly, ensuring that the country's values, culture, and humanity remain at the forefront. Addressing the launch of the National Innovation and Commercialisation Expo (Nice 2026) at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Anwar emphasized that advances in science, technology, and artificial intelligence should be grounded in the needs and interests of the Malaysian people.
He stressed that while pursuing new technologies, one must not lose sight of the problems and interests of the people, as Malaysia strives to be a Madani country. Anwar highlighted the importance of balancing the pursuit of innovation with an understanding of Malaysian identity, stating that the nation must remain rooted in its values while reaching for new heights.
He called for enhanced research and innovation efforts, urging the country to go beyond merely producing domestic goods to developing Malaysian innovations that can be commercialized and exported. Anwar also stressed the need for Malaysia to build strong cooperation networks with countries in both the East and West, aiming to maintain its position as a trading nation with a robust industrial focus while strengthening its export capabilities.
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