AGP Executive Report

Digital Economy Push: Selangor’s Sidec launched the Selangor Triple Accelerator Programme 2026, adding a Token-X track for digital assets, blockchain and Web3 alongside Deep-X (AI, semiconductors, biotech, robotics, sustainability) and Retail-X for consumer-facing SMEs. Market Watch: Bursa Malaysia’s FBM KLCI rose in the morning session, tracking gains in Asia and Wall Street, with investors citing the US-Iran peace deal mood. Inflation & Energy Crisis Update: Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah said inflation is expected to stay between 1.5% and 2.5% in 2026 despite energy and supply disruptions, and promised a ministerial statement and debate when Parliament reconvenes on June 22. Media Integrity: Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching urged stronger media literacy as AI accelerates misinformation risks. Tech & Finance: Bursa-linked news also included foreign fund flow jitters across Asia, while Sidec’s accelerator signals Malaysia’s push to scale startups. Sports & Community: HAWANA 2026 coverage highlighted journalism integrity, plus a Selangor agrotourism tie-in with HAWANA Fun Walk. Local Politics: Bersatu and PAS traded barbs over Hamzah Zainudin’s return as opposition leader, feeding a wider scramble for Malay votes.

Defence & Jobs: Over 6,000 serving and former ATM personnel have benefited from the Veteran MyWira Programme since 2024, with 140+ veterans already placed in sectors like semiconductors, advanced manufacturing and aviation, as the programme shifts to identifying skills two years before retirement. Food Safety Crackdown: AKPS seized 26,040kg of frozen chicken worth RM208,320 after a fake halal certificate was flagged as mismatched by JAKIM, with investigations pointing to possible document-forging syndicates. Public Health: Dengue cases nationwide rose 20.7% to 33,367 as of June 13, with Sabah up 50.4%—Health Minister Dzulkefly says the DEN-3 sub-variant is now dominant and pushes the Dengue-Free Community (Kombat) approach. Transport Disruption: A Singapore Airlines flight (SQ114) suffered burst tyres on landing at KLIA, temporarily closing a runway for hours and affecting evening operations. Unity & Civic Life: Grants will boost Rukun Negara secretariats and clubs, while the government also plans matching support to revive statesmen memorials. Sports & Community: Malaysia’s women’s tennis team starts Billie Jean King Cup Group II at Jalan Duta with home advantage, while a Solidarity With DAK run will march from Taiping to Parliament to press for the welfare of three Malaysian elephants in Japan.

Work-Based Learning for Veterans: Malaysia’s Defence Ministry will spend RM10 million this year on a Work-Based Learning programme for about 1,300 Armed Forces personnel nearing retirement, helping them earn diplomas aligned with their skills without formal exams. Unity & Civic Education: National Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang says grants will strengthen Rukun Negara practice, with RM10,000 to each Rukun Negara Secretariat and RM5,000 to each Rukun Negara Club, plus a RM5 million matching grant to revive 10 statesmen memorials. Fuel, Food and Medicines Secure: PM adviser Nurhisham Hussein says Malaysia has enough fuel stocks until July (and planning for August), with food supplies stable amid the West Asia conflict’s 100th day. Refugee Work Rules: The Home Ministry says refugees with legal access to work will be limited to labour-shortage sectors like plantations, agriculture and construction, with safeguards to prevent exploitation and protect Malaysian job priority. Dengue Surge: Health Minister Dzulkefly reports dengue cases up 27% nationwide to 33,367, with Sabah rising 50.4%, and points to shifting virus sub-variants. Cyber Safety Warning: Police warn that people accessing or possessing online child sexual abuse material can escalate into grooming, sextortion and other child sexual crimes. Local Economy Pressure: Consumer firms face structural cost pressure from labour and changing spending, pushing automation and productivity moves, while F&N highlights long-running East Malaysia manufacturing to cut freight costs. Scam Alert: A 61-year-old woman in Miri lost about RM371,984 in a Facebook “share investment” scam. Sports & Coaching: Track cyclist Azizulhasni Awang warns Malaysia could struggle to replace technical director John Beasley if he leaves, citing his role in building a world-class programme.

Federal Territories & Community Life: DBKL held a townhall with runners and event organisers to improve Kuala Lumpur’s running ecosystem, focusing on safer routes, better facilities, logistics and public infrastructure for active lifestyles. National Unity & Integrity: PM Anwar launched the National Integrity Enculturation Strategy (NIES) during National Unity Week in Sabah, while Deputy PM Fadillah stressed political maturity and wisdom to protect unity amid Malaysia’s diversity. Immigration & Refugees: The Home Ministry is rolling out the Refugee Registration Document (DPP) programme to collect verified identity and biometric data, saying it’s for management and security, not citizenship. Public Health & Safety Nets: Women in distress are urged to use Talian Kasih 15999 and HEAL 15555 helplines; PERKESO confirmed Perak workers eligible for medical and income support under the “Lindung 24 Jam” scheme after off-the-job accidents. Economy & Tourism: Kuantan will get RM8m to upgrade the Sungai Lembing tunnel to revive heritage tourism. Agriculture & Exports: FAMA is piloting a GPL traceability system using durian to strengthen transparency and meet international market requirements. Sports: Gilas Pilipinas Youth thrashed Malaysia 130-54 to reach the FIBA U18 Asia Cup SEABA qualifiers final.

Education & Community Infrastructure: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek approved a RM22m new building for SJKC Heng Ee in Penang, with the school relocating under the Barat Daya PPD while the current site returns to its original owner. Microfinance for Traders: Agrobank says microfinancing to pasar tani entrepreneurs nationwide has topped RM5m, with RM2.1m from its latest three-week engagement series in Cheras and other locations. Diplomacy: Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta arrived in Malaysia for a five-day visit, including talks with PM Anwar and a Taylor’s University dialogue session. Earthquake Watch: A moderate 5.2 quake struck Mindanao; MetMalaysia reported no tsunami threat to Malaysia. Border Security: Kelantan police say syndicates studied patrol schedules to aid illegal crossings, prompting revised border patrol plans and tighter monitoring. Social Media & Kids: Australia’s under-16 social media ban shows early results, with underage account ownership down 37% since Dec 10, 2025. Economy: Malaysia’s retail sales grew 3.7% in Q1 2026, though retailers trimmed their full-year outlook amid weaker purchasing power. Sports: Malaysia’s Speedy Tigers lost 1-4 to Japan in the FIH Nations Cup, while Pakistan secured a spot in the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup.

Religious Harmony & AI Disinformation: PM Anwar Ibrahim urged patience and good morals to counter racial and hateful sentiments, saying Malaysia is responding to provocations with constructive action; at the same summit, Sultan Nazrin warned that AI-driven disinformation “preaches” faster than faith authorities, while Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang said the Rukun Negara is still the country’s best moral compass for managing diversity. State Poll Push: Anwar also campaigned in Negeri Sembilan, asking voters for PH’s fresh mandate ahead of the state election, with Aminuddin Harun positioned to continue as mentri besar. Digital Security Upgrade: Malaysia’s MyDigital ID kiosks will get real-time facial biometric verification and periodic re-checks to curb fraud and identity theft. Economy Watch: DOSM reported industrial production grew 8.2% y/y in April, and distributive trade growth is forecast to hit 6.1% in 2026, though analysts warn cost pressures and uncertainty could cool demand. Business & Industry: Scanwolf won a RM21m Selangor factory-block contract; TMK Chemical proposed a RM920m acquisition of CCM; and Galatek opened a Penang facility to support AI-enabled manufacturing. Market Sentiment: Bursa Malaysia closed higher as investors picked attractive valuations, despite cautious mood tied to West Asia and oil-price swings. Public Safety: Kelantan police say smuggling syndicates are increasingly using river and coastal routes from Thailand into Sungai Kelantan. Tech Glitch: Meta services (Facebook/Messenger) are reportedly down in Malaysia.

Manufacturing Momentum: Malaysia’s manufacturing sales value rose 9.1% y/y to RM175.0bil in April 2026, led by electrical & electronics growth and stronger export-oriented industries. Digital Identity Upgrade: MyDigital ID kiosks nationwide are getting a security boost with real-time facial biometric checks against NRD data, with kiosk services paused from 6am today to 6am Sunday. Tax System Goes Online: LHDN says new applications under Income Tax Act 1967 Subsection 44(6) must be submitted via the e-Derma system from June 15. Border Crackdown in Kelantan: Rantau Panjang parking areas are now nearly deserted as illegal entry via Sungai Golok drops sharply, with police citing enforcement success. National Unity Week in Sabah: “Moments of Unity” anchors SMP 2026 at Likas Stadium, aiming to strengthen grassroots cohesion ahead of Anwar’s officiation. Sports & Spotlight: Harimau Malaya climbed to 136th in FIFA rankings; mixed doubles ace Toh Ee Wei weighs recovery after a partial ACL tear. World Cup Watch: Malaysians report mixed streaming quality and delays between RTM and Unifi TV as the tournament kicks off.

Environment & Public Safety: Malaysia’s DOE moved fast after a viral report of orange smoke in Pasir Gudang, checking the area and tracing it to an industrial premises before the emission stopped. Health: Kelantan recorded eight new leprosy cases last year, with officials stressing early treatment can cure the disease. Healthcare Access: KPJ Healthcare launched its first kidney transplant service within its hospital network at Tawakkal Specialist Hospital, following a successful living-related transplant earlier this year. Migration Policy: KDN said the Refugee Registration Document (DPP) is not citizenship or permanent residence, but a migration control tool to strengthen national security. Education & Jobs: MOHE will review IPT course offerings to keep programmes aligned with industry needs, with MQA assessing new courses before rollout. Sports: Malaysia’s men’s hockey team began the FIH Nations Cup with a 5-2 win over Scotland and face Japan next. Economy Watch: Malaysia’s unemployment rate returned to 3.0% in April, with 511,800 people jobless. Drug Enforcement: Police warned that “Piu Piu” synthetic drugs found in vape liquids are a reason to ban vapes. Energy & Diplomacy: Deputy Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah said Malaysia and Turkmenistan are expected to sign a hydrocarbons cooperation pact on June 19. Regional Climate Risk: PM Anwar said Malaysia will strengthen grassroots preparedness for El Niño, with METMalaysia to brief all states.

World Cup Boost for Malaysia: Bank of America says FIFA World Cup 2026 could lift Malaysia and ASEAN via digital commerce, media, payments, logistics and cross-border business from the US$41b global GDP impact and 800,000 jobs worldwide. Energy Deal: Petronas and Japan’s JERA signed a 20-year LNG supply deal, with 2 million tonnes annually from 2028, strengthening Malaysia’s role as a “middle power” amid supply-route risks. Jobs Snapshot: Malaysia’s unemployment rate returned to 3% in April, with 511,800 unemployed and employment rising to 16.82 million. Sabah Agri Push: Sabah targets 600ha of avocado orchards by 2035 and plans to approve 50,000 planting materials for subsidies. Regional Industry Plan: Sarawak’s Bintulu is set to anchor a transition industrial cluster under a World Economic Forum-linked push, with pilot projects starting this year. Cybersecurity Watch: University of Nottingham Malaysia says it’s still assessing a cyberattack on its student records system, though affected systems were secured. Johor Election Setup: Johor will run as a caretaker state after assembly dissolution, with EC to set key election dates soon.

Malaysia-Japan ties: PM Anwar Ibrahim wrapped up a three-day Japan visit, pitching deeper cooperation on investment, AI, semiconductors, defence and energy, with Petronas set to supply Japan’s JERA with a 20-year LNG deal starting 2028. Online safety push: Communications deputy Teo Nie Ching said Malaysia is strengthening online safety, digital literacy and building sovereign AI capabilities to protect children and communities. Weather alert: MetMalaysia warned of thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds hitting parts of Kedah, Penang, Perak, Kelantan, Terengganu, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan, plus Sarawak and Sabah until 7pm/2am depending on area. Rohingya housing dispute: Selangor MB Amirudin Shari said enforcement actions have been ongoing since 2016 over an unapproved Rohingya-occupied building in Kampung Baru Sungai Makau, urging the public to rely on official statements. Scam crackdown (Sabah): Police arrested 341 people and seized over RM1.10m in raids on scam call-centre syndicates. Economy & governance: MOF said it’s leading a whole-of-government effort to curb illegal foreign-run businesses using tourist/student visas. Sports & society: Pahang Sultan urged younger candidates for the FAM presidency; RTM said it will broadcast all 104 World Cup 2026 matches.

Malaysia-Japan Energy Talks: PM Anwar Ibrahim met Japan’s PM Sanae Takaichi in Tokyo and both sides vowed to deepen energy security cooperation, including a 20-year Petronas LNG supply deal to Jera starting 2028, plus work on fertiliser feedstocks and critical minerals. Trade & Tariffs: Anwar told the Nikkei Forum that sovereign countries should openly oppose punitive tariffs and discriminatory trade policies, warning major powers are “weaponizing” global economic interdependence. Market Watch: Bursa Malaysia opened slightly higher amid cautious sentiment, with investors tracking global cues as crude oil eased. Corporate/Markets: Bursa suspended intraday short-selling of Tanco Holdings after its shares breached the price limit; the firm also discussed a 50MW data centre load project in Negeri Sembilan. Data Centres: DHL Supply Chain said it added 160,000 sqm of Asia Pacific warehousing capacity for data centre logistics, with Malaysia and Thailand expansions due in two years. Sports & Community: LPPKN marked 60 years of strengthening family well-being, while Malaysia’s media veterans group urged better support for retired journalists.

World Cup Access: Malaysia says all 104 FIFA World Cup matches will be shown live via RTM and Unifi TV, with free streaming on RTMKlik. Labour & AI Work: HR Minister R. Ramanan tells the ILO that Malaysia wants AI-driven jobs to stay fair, inclusive and people-centred, pointing to worker protection moves like SKIM LINDUNG 24 JAM. Domestic Tourism Push: Tourism Malaysia and Dorsett Hotels launch “Jom Cuti! Bersama Wira & Manja” with discounted stays and family-friendly perks nationwide until Dec 31. Halal Economy in Negeri Sembilan: The state backs halal as a wider growth engine beyond food, including tourism, logistics and SMEs. National Unity: DPM Fadillah warns West Asia-linked economic pressure shouldn’t weaken community unity, urging the right narrative over social media provocation. Rail Industry Planning: MOSTI and MIGHT unveil the Malaysia Rail Industry Report 2025/2026 to guide future priorities and local participation. Selangor Disability Policy: Selangor launches a 2026-2030 PWD policy shifting from welfare to rights, empowerment and better access.

Philippines Disaster: A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck southern Philippines, killing at least 35 and injuring hundreds, with tsunami warnings and coastal tremors felt as far as Malaysia and Indonesia. Opposition Shake-up: Malaysia’s PAS has cut ties with Bersatu, throwing the PN opposition pact’s future into question and raising fresh questions about Malay political alliances. Fuel Subsidy Debate: Malaysia’s move to keep bearing fuel subsidy costs drew support from consumer groups as an inflation buffer, while economists warned blanket subsidies can still be regressive. Football Governance: FAM sent a letter to the Sports Commissioner to clarify confusion over its 2026 congress financial statements and budget, denying claims it failed to table audited reports. TVET Push: Education experts say Malaysia’s new high-tech TVET programmes must prioritise sending instructors for industry attachment abroad to close skills gaps. Property & Data Centres: Sime Darby Property launched a RM1.25b shariah-compliant fund to build and lease data centres plus industrial and logistics projects. Wages vs Productivity: Economy Minister Akmal Nasir said wage reform must be paired with productivity gains and stronger employer buy-in. Tech & Industry: Malaysia’s E&E exports could top RM800b in 2026, with semiconductors driving growth despite geopolitical cost pressures.

Philippines Disaster Watch: A 7.8 quake hit Mindanao, killing at least 32 and injuring 200+ as buildings collapsed and landslides struck; tsunami waves of about 1 metre were reported, and MetMalaysia said later moderate aftershocks posed no tsunami threat to Malaysia. National Service Update: JLKN targets 10,520 participants for PLKN 4.0 next year, with new camps planned across Negeri Sembilan, Kelantan, Kedah and Perlis, while 1,369 trainees completed PLKN 3.0 series 2. Malaysia-Japan Diplomacy: PM Anwar Ibrahim arrived in Japan for a three-day visit, including a lecture at the University of Tokyo and the Nikkei Forum, as Malaysia pushes cooperation on economy and technology. Education Reform: The Form Six programme gets a fresh push under MADANI, with rebranding and support initiatives like BAP and student representation to lift quality and image. Tourism & Travel: Pos Malaysia launched VM2026 special stamps featuring KL, Langkawi and other landmarks, while a new Pekanbaru–Melaka flight aims to boost Melaka’s health tourism. Trade & Biosecurity: Malaysia is awaiting Thailand’s response on shrimp import rules and tightened sea bass checks, including requiring a Certificate of Analysis. Finance & Business: Maybank unveiled the next-gen Maybank2E for regional SME-to-corporate banking, and BIMB Investment launched a Shariah-compliant small-cap fund targeting RM50m.

Philippines Earthquake & Tsunami Alerts: A powerful 7.9/7.8 quake hit Mindanao, killing at least 12–15 and injuring 200+ as buildings collapsed and tsunami warnings were issued across the region; Malaysia’s MetMalaysia later lifted the tsunami advisory, with Sabah monitoring continuing. Sabah Monitoring & Public Safety: Sabah JBPM said no structural damage or unusual sea-level rise was detected after the quake, but coastal areas were kept under close watch and on standby. Home Affairs Crackdown on Visa Misuse: Malaysia’s Home Ministry is mobilising a special operation to curb foreigners misusing social visit and student passes to run businesses, following PM Anwar’s concerns and public complaints. Refugee Management Approach: Home Minister Saifuddin said refugee issues will be handled with a balance of national security and humanitarian needs, rejecting claims of “cowboy” identity issuance. Digital Infrastructure Boost: Digital Realty launched Malaysia operations in Cyberjaya, planning about 32MW of data centre capacity (including AI-focused KUL11) to scale interconnection and resilience. AI Skills Push: Communications Ministry targets producing at least one “prompt engineer” at every NADI centre nationwide to build practical AI literacy and local app-making. Astro Leadership Change: Astro CEO Euan Smith stepped down; Henry Tan named interim CEO from June 16. Sports Spotlight: Malaysia’s Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani pair showed world-champion potential after winning the Indonesia Open, ending an 18-year title drought.

KLIBF Record Run: Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair 2026 wrapped up with a new visitor record of 2,416,009, beating last year’s 2.1 million, with 209 local and 23 international publishers taking part. MADANI Reading Push: Deputy Education Minister Wong Kah Woh said the MADANI Book Voucher continues to boost the book industry, with RM286 million allocated in 2024 for 3.57 million pupils and students. Aviation Safety Move: Malaysia Aviation Skills Standard Association (MASSA) signed an MoU with South Korea’s Braindrop to study lithium battery and power-bank fire risks, including testing a fire-resistant “Air-Pouch” bag. Football Governance Row: FAM says the AFC should decide whether an audit report on FAM is released and tabled in Parliament, warning against perceptions of government interference. Tech & Learning: FIRA Malaysia Cup 2026 starts today in Kota Bharu with 1,465 participants across nine robotics and AI categories, with winners set for the FIRA RoboWorld Cup in Canada. Sports Spotlight: Malaysia’s men’s doubles pair Nur Izzuddin Rumsani and Goh Sze Fei won the Indonesia Open title, ending an 18-year drought.