AGP Executive Report

Sarawak Election: The state assembly has been dissolved, paving the way for an election within 60 days; the Election Commission will meet on Nov 6 to set key dates. Maritime Safety: A coast guard officer killed in a boat collision off Perlis has been laid to rest. The agency says it will review operational procedures, training and equipment. Floods: Evacuee numbers are rising in Kedah and Perlis as heavy rain brings disruption to northern states. Investment and Jobs: Malaysia recorded RM218.5 billion in approved investments in the first half of 2026, with 99,030 jobs expected. A proposed US$50 billion SoftBank investment could further boost AI and data-centre ambitions. Economy: The ringgit opened higher for an eighth consecutive trading day. Haze: Indonesia will hold technical talks with Malaysia on a firefighting aid offer as smoke from forest fires continues to affect the region.

Border Security: An MMEA officer was killed and three colleagues injured when their boat collided with a suspected migrant vessel off Perlis. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim vowed action against smuggling syndicates and anyone aiding them. Sarawak Election: The Election Commission will meet on Nov 6 to set key dates for the state poll, which must be held within 60 days of the assembly’s dissolution. Sarawak is seeking extra flights and bus services to help voters travel home. Digital Services: QR-code immigration checks through MyNIISe are expected to begin in January; more than 1.5 million people have registered. Public Accountability: The Education Ministry will review allegations of possible collusion in school meal tenders, while the government is pursuing legal action over unpaid collections by MyEG and Zetrix AI. Water and Weather: Sabah is receiving RM445 million for water upgrades, with six Sarawak projects worth RM1.27 billion also continuing. Kedah is on flood alert as the northeast monsoon begins; haze has eased across most of the country.

Parliament: MPs are due to question the government on hospital emergency-department overcrowding and disaster risk mapping, including how better data can strengthen warnings and preparedness. Housing: Anwar says an extra RM150 million will complete 554 homes across three Felda projects. Trade: Malaysia and Bangladesh have begun three days of talks on a free-trade agreement, with a deal targeted for 2027. Sarawak Politics: The state assembly has been dissolved, paving the way for an election within 60 days. Investment: Anwar says a global investor plans to put US$50 billion into Malaysia’s technology sector, including AI and data centres. Weather: Flooding continues in Kedah and Penang, while Johor schools are reopening in stages as haze eases.

Flood Preparedness: With the Northeast Monsoon expected to begin tomorrow, the Fire and Rescue Department has placed 25,592 personnel and 1,248 assets on standby. Heavy rain has already triggered floods in Kedah and Penang, with some Kedah river levels above danger marks. Sarawak Election: The state assembly has been dissolved, setting the stage for an election within 60 days. AI Investment: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says SoftBank chief Masayoshi Son is discussing a US$50 billion investment in Malaysian AI and data centres, including projects in Sarawak; power and grid capacity remain key challenges. Haze: Johor schools are reopening in stages after a 10-day closure, though four Sarawak locations still recorded unhealthy air quality. Defence: Malaysia expects its first two FA-50M combat aircraft from South Korea on Oct 30, part of an 18-plane, nearly RM4 billion order.

Investment: Anwar says SoftBank plans a US$50 billion technology investment in Malaysia, including AI and data centres, though the country will need more power and grid capacity to support the expansion. Politics: Sarawak’s assembly is set to be dissolved, paving the way for an election within 60 days. In Melaka, PN will use its own logo and begin disciplinary proceedings against Bersatu ahead of the Nov 14 polls. Governance: KESUMA has launched a TalentCorp review to strengthen controls and accountability, and says it has reported alleged attempts to interfere with the process. Parliament: MPs are due to raise student housing shortages, delays in Syariah Court cases and plans to add value to local commodities. Public safety: A 73-year-old man died in a Penang landslide; the council has halted hillside construction and roadworks. Haze conditions are improving in Johor, but 27 schools in Sarawak’s Serian district are to close. Sport: Malaysia won the Sultan of Johor Cup in a shootout and Wei Chong-Kai Wun claimed the French Open men’s doubles title, ending the country’s 22-year wait for the crown.

Haze Alert: Air quality remained unhealthy in eight areas, with Serian worst at API 192. Twenty-seven schools in Sarawak’s Tebedu district will close on Monday, with lessons moving online. Landslides: Penang’s council halted hillside construction and roadworks after a landslide killed a 73-year-old man in Paya Terubong. A separate slide in Tanjung Bungah buried two cars; no injuries were reported. Drug Probe: Police say they have identified suspects linked to 1.16 tonnes of ketamine found on a Malaysian-owned tanker in Indonesian waters and are working with Indonesian authorities. Energy and Data Centres: Johor aims to add 5GW of solar power over four to five years as data-centre demand rises; 65 projects have been approved, and planned or building facilities could need another 4–5GW. Sarawak Election: The state assembly is set to dissolve on Monday, paving the way for an election within 60 days. Badminton: Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah lost the French Open final to Japan’s Yuki Fukushima and Mayu Matsumoto in three games.

Selangor Governance: Sultan Sharafuddin criticised mismanagement of Tabung Haji, saying funds entrusted for religious purposes must be handled responsibly. He also urged politicians to stop unproductive politicking and focus on unity and public needs. Sarawak Election: The state assembly is due to dissolve on Monday, paving the way for an election within 60 days. Haze: Conditions have improved enough for Johor schools to reopen on Oct 26, after unhealthy air readings forced closures. Prisons and Drugs: Experts say Malaysia should expand addiction treatment and community aftercare, noting drug-related offences account for about 75% of the country’s 90,000 inmates. Investment: An international investor plans to put US$50 billion into Malaysia’s technology sector, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said. Sport: Malaysia’s junior hockey team ended a 13-year wait to win the Sultan of Johor Cup, beating Pakistan in a shootout; Malaysian men’s doubles pairs also secured an all-Malaysian French Open final.

Haze and Schools: Johor schools are set to reopen on Oct 26 as air quality improves, though 23 areas still recorded unhealthy readings, with Seremban highest at 172. Mask-wearing and other safety measures will apply. Navigation App Row: The government is considering a full Waze ban over security concerns, while Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching says the replacement TuJu app needs urgent upgrades to win public trust. Defence: Japan’s RM40 million counter-drone system will be deployed at strategic sites including Sepanggar and Labuan. Energy Demand: Malaysia’s data-centre boom could sharply strain electricity supply, especially in Johor, where grid upgrades may struggle to keep pace. Sarawak Election: The state assembly is due to dissolve on Oct 26, paving the way for an election within 60 days. Football: Malaysia’s Under-15 team opened its FIFA World Cup campaign with a 3-1 win over Dominica.

Sarawak Election: The state assembly is set to dissolve on Oct 26, paving the way for an election within 60 days. Premier Abang Johari says GPS will field a mix of new and experienced candidates. Waze Dispute: Civil servants have been barred from using Waze over data-security concerns, but the government says a complete ban needs careful study; Waze rejects the allegations. Haze: Malaysia’s offer to help Indonesia fight forest fires remains open, as smoke continues to affect the region. SME Growth: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says helping more small businesses become global players is key to Malaysia’s success, with Budget 2027 support including financing and research funding. Badminton: Four Malaysian doubles pairs reached the French Open semi-finals, a record for the tournament. Inspiration: Siti Hawa Apandi has completed a PhD despite spinal muscular atrophy, with her mother supporting her through nearly two decades of study.

Sarawak Election: Premier Abang Johari is expected to announce the state assembly’s dissolution, with GPS promising a mix of new and experienced candidates. Public Safety: Police say raids in Selangor uncovered RM16.2 million in drugs, including 20.6kg of heroin at an unregistered house of worship in Klang. A separate incident in Kajang saw a 49-year-old worker killed in a helium tank explosion. Digital Security: Anwar says Malaysia may fully ban Waze after barring civil servants from using it over data-security concerns; the government is urging users to switch to local app TuJu, which has faced technical problems. Haze: Malaysia’s offer to help Indonesia fight forest fires remains open, while officials say no Malaysian companies have been linked to the blazes so far. Land Rights: Works Minister Alexander Nanta urges faster Sarawak land titling to protect 58,000 oil palm smallholders’ access to EU markets. Household Welfare: Malaysia recorded 5,278 domestic violence cases from January to August, up 4.7% from the same period last year. Weather: The Northeast Monsoon is forecast to begin Oct 27, bringing possible heavy rain and flooding.

Badminton: Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah and two Malaysian men’s pairs reached the French Open quarter-finals, setting up an all-Malaysian clash between Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun and Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik. School Safety: A 16-year-old was arrested after an alleged axe attack on a teacher at a Kuching school; a Sarawak minister urged compassion and accountability. Education: The 2027 Budget will support a new curriculum, school upgrades and aid for students, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said. Talent: More than 5,200 Malaysians working abroad have returned through the government’s Returning Expert Programme since 2011. Digital Security: Civil servants are barred from using Waze over data-security concerns, while the app disputes claims that it poses a risk. Haze: Malaysia is urging Indonesia to take effective action against transboundary fires; schools in Selangor, Melaka and Pahang are to operate as usual.

Transboundary Haze: Malaysia urged Indonesia to act against fires affecting air quality and is preparing new regional measures, including a proposed sustainable haze fund, ahead of chairing the haze committee next year. The Queen also donated 376,000 masks to schoolchildren in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, while schools in several states suspended outdoor activities. Kuching School Attack: MCMC urged the public to delete and stop sharing footage of the weapon attack, warning that identifying the child involved could breach the law and harm the family. Melaka Election: The High Court temporarily blocked the deregistration of Perikatan Nasional, allowing it to continue political activities and contest the Nov 14 state poll while its challenge proceeds. Missing Malaysians: Malaysia is continuing efforts to trace 54 people still uncontactable after Nepal’s August floods, despite the end of search-and-rescue operations. Asian Para Games: Wong Kar Gee won Malaysia’s sixth gold, setting a personal best of 6.74 metres in the men’s T12 long jump. Energy Security: The government is finalising a Natural Gas Roadmap to strengthen supply resilience as demand rises and global LNG markets remain volatile.

Parliament & Haze: MPs are set to question the government on Malaysians still unreachable after Nepal’s floods and the accuracy of official air-quality readings, as haze prompts schools in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and five states to suspend outdoor activities. Drug Enforcement: Police seized RM2.85 billion in drugs and poisons in the first nine months, up 43.63% year on year, and made 186,257 arrests; 72 Malaysians were also detained overseas over suspected drug offences. Digital Policy: Civil servants are barred from using Waze over data-security concerns, with the government urging a switch to local app TuJu. Sport: Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun advanced at the French Open, while Malaysia’s junior hockey team reached the Sultan of Johor Cup final after beating Pakistan.**

Data Security: The government has barred civil servants from using Waze, citing risks to sensitive information and personal data; Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim also urged Malaysians to switch to local app TuJu. Haze: Schools in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and five states will remain open, but outdoor activities are suspended as authorities monitor air quality. Immigration: Raids at 19 sites in Janda Baik led to 65 foreign nationals being detained over alleged immigration offences. Sarawak Development: A task force is preparing a new Kuching airport, planned for 15 million passengers a year, with construction expected to start early next year. Healthcare: Sunway Healthcare and Putrajaya Holdings signed a joint venture to develop a 325-bed specialist hospital in Putrajaya. Transport: Rapid KL will trial scheduled shuttle vans from Oct 24, offering RM1 rides to nearby rail stations. Separately, all 251 passengers on a Langkawi ferry that ran aground near Kuala Perlis were safely evacuated. Economy: The ringgit edged higher as Malaysia’s Q3 growth estimate of 5.3% supported confidence.

Cross-border Haze: Smoke from Indonesian fires continues to affect Malaysia, with MPs set to deliver a memorandum to Indonesia’s embassy and urging action over alleged links to Malaysian companies. Health Security: Malaysia has proposed pooled regional purchases of essential medicines and an ASEAN supply-monitoring dashboard to reduce shortages. MyKad Security: MPs are expected to question how a new generation of MyKad can prevent forgery while protecting personal data. Economy: Malaysia’s economy grew 5.3% in the third quarter, while exports hit a record RM1.57 trillion in the first nine months of 2026. Political Landscape: The Registrar of Societies has cancelled Perikatan Nasional’s registration, a development that could reshape opposition politics as elections loom.

Haze Emergency: Air quality remained unhealthy in 25 areas, with Batu Muda reaching an API of 173. Schools are open, but outdoor activities are suspended; Johor has also begun cloud seeding. Politics: The Registrar of Societies has deregistered Perikatan Nasional after the coalition failed to address concerns, sharpening uncertainty ahead of elections. Economy and Jobs: Malaysia’s economy grew 5.3% in the third quarter as September exports surged. Iskandar Malaysia says its next phase will focus on local talent and high-skilled work so more investment benefits Malaysian firms and workers. Online Safety: Malaysia is urging ASEAN to turn cooperation against online fraud and money laundering into stronger enforcement, while regional talks also focus on protecting children online. Student Rights: Higher Education Minister Zambry says there will be no action against a University of Malaya student who challenged a panel, and condemned threats against the student. Para Games: Abdul Latif Romly defended his T20 long-jump title for a fourth straight Games, while powerlifter Bonnie Bunyau Gustin also retained gold for Malaysia.