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Malaysia's Youth Parliament serves as a 'school of democracy' for developing informed young leaders, Senate President Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah said at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu.
The Raja Muda of Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, launched the Navy Run 2026 at Dataran DBKL, attracting a record 15,000 runners in the event's fourth edition since 2023.
A 26-year-old bride paused her wedding celebrations to vote in traditional red bridal attire at a Negeri Sembilan polling station, highlighting the importance of youth participation in Malaysia's electoral process.
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Thousands of first-time voters participated in Negeri Sembilan's 16th state election, experiencing a mix of nervousness and pride as they exercised their democratic right for the first time.
Malaysia's iconic Jalur Gemilang flag-raising ceremony has resumed after two years away, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim presiding over the launch of the 2026 National Month campaign at a health institute in Ipoh.
Malaysia's Department of Information has unveiled plans for National Month and Malaysia Day 2026 celebrations, featuring expanded community engagement through the 1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang campaign reaching places of worship and sports venues nationwide.
Parliament has unveiled 'Arkitek Bangsa', a short film designed to foster leadership qualities and national pride among Malaysian youth. The initiative forms part of broader parliamentary efforts to deepen young people's understanding of democratic institutions and national history.