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Malaysia's premier journalism summit HAWANA 2026 opens tomorrow in Penang under Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's patronage. The event aims to unite 1,000 media professionals around the theme of media integrity.
Penang hosts the culmination of HAWANA 2026 tomorrow, gathering approximately 1,000 media practitioners nationwide. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the event themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility', recognising journalism's vital role in delivering trustworthy information.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is in Penang for a two-day visit centred on the HAWANA 2026 grand finale, celebrating media contributions to national development. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the main event.
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Penang State Government is optimistic about hosting HAWANA 2026, the National Journalists' Day celebration, expecting to draw 1,000 media professionals and strengthen recognition of the media industry's contributions.
Penang's health authorities have temporarily shuttered 177 food establishments after discovering serious hygiene violations during inspections. Pest control failures account for the majority of violations.
Authorities have arrested five people and seized approximately RM3 million worth of illegally processed electronic waste during a raid on an unlicensed facility in Bukit Mertajam, highlighting growing enforcement action against environmental crimes.