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Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has urged residents to use National Month celebrations to reinforce unity and patriotism, while cautioning against statements or actions that could undermine national harmony and social cohesion.
Penang will implement its new water tariff despite requests for postponement. The 20 sen per cubic metre increase generates RM20 million annually for critical water infrastructure projects targeting supply security through 2030.
Penang's Pakatan Harapan leadership has directed all party subcommittees to conduct comprehensive reviews and submit progress reports in early August, signalling intensive preparations for the upcoming general election while asserting the Unity Government remains stable.