{
  "id": 12056272,
  "title": "In Dewan Rakyat today: MPs set to grill ministers on Tabung Haji funds, MA63 oil and gas rights, food security, and ageing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/in-dewan-rakyat-today-mps-set-to-grill-ministers-on-tabung-haji-funds",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T02:40:10.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/05/in-dewan-rakyat-today-mps-set-to-grill-ministers-on-tabung-haji-funds-ma63-oil-and-gas-rights-food-security-and-ageing/237732"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Today, MPs are prepared to rigorously question ministers on a variety of pressing issues during the third meeting of the fifth session of the 15th Malaysian Parliament. One key topic is the Tabung Haji's efforts to diversify its investment portfolio and enhance risk management. The Prime Minister will be asked to outline measures ensuring the sustainability of TH funds, allowing the institution to continue assisting Malaysians in covering haj expenses. The safety of Malaysian nationals abroad will also be under the microscope, with the Foreign Minister facing queries about strengthening the registration system for travelers and residents in high-risk countries. This would enable prompt assistance during emergencies or disasters. Another critical issue on the agenda is food security and the excessive importation of goods, which surpassed RM90 billion in 2025. The Agriculture and Food Security Minister will be questioned about efforts to reduce these imports and combat product dumping. Discussions will also revolve around the potential repeal of the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971, including the timeline for implementation and the status of drafting new legislation. The negotiations between the Federal and Sarawak governments on the implementation of the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63) pertaining to regulatory powers over oil and gas will be addressed by Datuk Willie anak Mongin. The Economy Minister is expected to provide insights on the timeline for presenting the National Ageing Action Plan to the Dewan Rakyat and identifying specific indicators to measure the Silver Economy's contribution to GDP. The Digital Minister will also be asked about Malaysia's stance on calls to regulate artificial intelligence (AI) development and the proposed drafting of the Malaysian AI Act. The day's proceedings will include the first readings of the Sports Development (Amendment) Bill 2026 and the Food (Amendment) Bill 2026, proposed by the Youth and Sports Minister and the Health Minister, respectively. Additionally, briefings on three reports by Parliamentary Select Committees and the Public Accounts Committee will take place, covering topics such as refugee management in Malaysia and the administration of court bail payments through the e-Jamin system. The parliamentary session is set to continue for 37 days, concluding on December 8.",
  "summary": "KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 5 — The government’s strategy to diversify Tabung Haji’s (TH) investment portfolio a...",
  "key_points": [
    "MPs to grill ministers on Tabung Haji funds and sustainability measures",
    "Foreign Minister questioned on strengthening travel registration system for Malaysian nationals",
    "Food security concerns over RM90 billion in imports in 2025"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The government's handling of key issues such as Tabung Haji funds, MA63 oil and gas rights, food security, and ageing will come under intense scrutiny as ministers face questioning from MPs.",
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "In Dewan Rakyat today: MPs set to grill ministers on Tabung Haji funds, MA63 oil and gas rights, food security, and ageing",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/in-dewan-rakyat-today-mps-set-to-grill-ministers-on-tabung-haji-funds-12065124",
        "published": "2026-10-05T02:40:10.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}