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Malaysia nears eradication of hardcore poverty as average household income hits RM9,155

With the poverty rate now at just 0.09%, government initiatives show promising progress, while efforts to enhance social mobility and living standards continue

State governments must tackle poverty, floods alongside development: Anwar

The Prime Minister stresses Malaysia cannot afford to face annual floods after nearly 70 years of independence

Sabah achieved zero-hardcore poor on July 31: Hajiji

CM lauds GLCs like Sawit Kinabalu in helping state to achieve its goal

Anwar announces extensive plans for development in Kelantan

An upgraded airport, improved irrigation, addressing hardcore poverty, encouraging foreign investment among the PM’s initiatives

S’gor govt aiming to eradicate hardcore poverty by July: Amirudin

Selangor MB also says the MACC should be allowed to investigate the Perlis MB without the case being politicised.

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Short-lived La Niña expected in early 2026, but stable weather to follow

MetMalaysia forecasts cool conditions and brief shifts in rainfall patterns before returning to normal

Is it costly for small businesses to obtain halal certification?

A restaurant owners’ group agrees it can be, while application guidelines show fee is not high but added costs lie in the process to achieve compliance