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Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan will present the Royal Commission of Inquiry findings on Tabung Haji to parliament next week during a special sitting.
Malaysia's government is consulting stakeholders on proposed amendments to the Tabung Haji Act 1995, building on Royal Commission recommendations aimed at strengthening the pilgrimage fund's governance and operational framework.
Former Religious Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof Rawa has declared that the Tabung Haji Royal Commission of Inquiry report exonerates him from allegations raised during his previous appointment.
The Minister of the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs) Dr Zulkifli Hasan visited Bernama headquarters to explore deeper partnership in promoting progressive, inclusive values within Malaysia's Muslim community through enhanced media coverage.
Yang Dipertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir graced the Kuala Pilah Bermunajat programme at Masjid Jamek Yamtuan Raden, joining over 500 worshippers and tahfiz students for an evening of spiritual observance.
Tabung Haji is methodically implementing recommendations from a Royal Commission inquiry into its management between 2014 and 2020, with the declassified report revealing 25 proposals of which three-quarters have already been actioned.
Malaysia is rolling out 19 major waqf projects valued at RM321 million as part of a comprehensive national development strategy. The National Waqf Master Plan 2025–2030 is set for Cabinet approval this year.
Malaysia's government is bolstering Islamic education and dakwah initiatives across Muslim Orang Asli communities nationwide, deploying community mobilisers and religious leaders to strengthen faith practices and social welfare support.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque compound by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and settlers, urging global intervention and Muslim unity.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Ministry has pledged to embed Sultan Nazrin Shah's 'Everyone Matters' principle into governance frameworks, emphasizing integrity, accountability and public welfare as central to Islamic institutions.
Malaysia's government views pondok institutions and religious schools as strategic partners in nation-building, prioritising human development alongside economic growth, says Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan.
Malaysia's government is strengthening coordination among multiple agencies to combat the spread of unorthodox Islamic teachings online, which are increasingly disguised as self-improvement programmes and charity initiatives.
Malaysia has successfully concluded its 2026 haj operations with the safe return of the final batch of 258 pilgrims, receiving international recognition for excellence in pilgrim management.
Malaysia has successfully prevented all haj and proxy haj scams during the 1447H/2026 pilgrimage season through coordinated efforts between Tabung Haji, police and regulatory agencies monitoring airports and social media.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has pledged strict action in the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra donation case, declaring that tampering with people's faith will not be tolerated and warning political opponents to cease making allegations.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim met with Gambian Islamic scholar Sheikh Muhammad Haydara Al-Jilani on June 26 to bid farewell after the scholar's month-long visit conducting knowledge-sharing and religious gatherings nationwide.