Ali Baba licences, Gaza and troubled housing project among Dewan Rakyat's focus today
KUALA LUMPUR: Legislation to curb “Ali Baba” licensing practices, Malaysia's diplomatic efforts to sustain the Gaza ceasefire and the fate of a troubled housing project are among the key issues expected to be raised in the Dewan Rakyat today.
KUALA LUMPUR: Today, the Dewan Rakyat will address several critical issues, including legislation to curb Ali Baba licensing practices, Malaysia's diplomatic efforts to maintain the Gaza ceasefire, and the troubled housing project at Residensi Wilayah Salak Selatan. Syahredzan Johan (PH-Bangi) will inquire about the progress of drafting the Anti-Rent-Seeking Act and its expected tabling in Parliament, while Ahmad Tarmizi Sulaiman (PN-Sik) will seek an update from the Foreign Minister on Malaysia's UN and Organization of Islamic Cooperation efforts to preserve the Gaza ceasefire and ensure humanitarian aid reaches the territory.
Fong Kui Lun (PH-Bukit Bintang) will request an explanation of the rescue plan for the abandoned residential units, involving a potential rescue developer. Jimmy Puah (PH-Tebrau) will discuss workforce transition plans due to artificial intelligence challenges, and Suhaizan Kaiat (PH-Pulai) will request information on median wages and graduate underemployment, particularly for those in positions below their qualifications.
Other topics on the agenda encompass Tabung Pahlawan's future, aid distribution to Sekolah Agama Rakyat in 2026, agricultural input costs on Pulau Bruit in Sarawak, and the appointment of Dewan Rakyat members to the Parliamentary Services Council.
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