General : Alibaba Licences, Gaza And Troubled Housing Project Among Parliament's Focus
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Legislation to curb ‘Alibaba’ licensing practices, Malaysia’s diplomatic efforts on Gaza and the fate of an abandoned housing project are among the key issues expected to be raised in the Dewan Rakyat today.
Today's Parliament agenda includes several key topics: a proposed anti-rent-seeking legislation, Malaysia's diplomatic efforts in Gaza, and preparations for AI-driven job disruption. MPs will question the Housing and Local Government Ministry on its plan to revive 1,120 stalled homes at Residensi Wilayah Salak Selatan, including the possibility of appointing a rescue developer if the recovery arrangement fails.
Additionally, MPs will discuss the proposed Anti-Rent-Seeking Act, its timeline for tabling in Parliament, and efforts to curb "Ali Baba" licensing practices. The Foreign Minister will provide updates on Malaysia's diplomatic efforts at the United Nations and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation to sustain the Gaza ceasefire and ensure humanitarian aid reaches Palestinians.
Workforce transitions amid AI-driven disruption will be raised by MPs, along with concerns over median wages and graduates working in jobs below their qualifications. Other issues include the future of the Tabung Pahlawan, assistance for religious schools in 2026, agricultural input costs, and scrub fires on Pulau Bruit in Sarawak.
After question time, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to appoint four MPs to the Parliamentary Services Council. The House will then debate the Supply Bill 2027 at the policy stage, with the debate scheduled to run until October 22, followed by four days of ministerial winding-up speeches beginning October 26.
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