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Malaysia's National Journalists' Day 2026 wrapped up in Penang with commitments to media integrity and welfare support. Prime Minister announced RM1 million additional funding for journalist assistance, while new partnerships strengthened regional media cooperation.
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The RIUH Pi HAWANA 2026 carnival opens tonight at Butterworth Convention Centre, featuring an opening concert with renowned Malaysian performers. The three-day event aims to attract 30,000 visitors and showcase local creative talent.
Penang has been selected to host the 2026 National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) celebrations, drawing approximately 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and the ASEAN region. The event, themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility', recognises the contributions of journalists and media professionals.
The Malaysian Media Council convened over 50 media practitioners from Malaysia's northern states during HAWANA 2026 celebrations in Butterworth, marking the first informal gathering under new leadership and signalling a commitment to nationwide representation.
Bernama successfully organised the HAWANA 2026 Grand Finale in Penang, attracting about 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and ASEAN countries. The event demonstrated the agency's capacity to execute large-scale gatherings using entirely in-house expertise, including AI-driven video production.
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The HAWANA 2026 Summit in Penang gathered approximately 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and ASEAN nations to reflect on journalism's role, recognise professional contributions, and address emerging industry challenges including artificial intelligence and evolving media landscapes.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has committed an additional RM1 million to support media practitioners through the Tabung Kasih@HAWANA fund, bringing total assistance to RM2.26 million for 773 beneficiaries nationwide.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has officially opened the HAWANA 2026 celebration in Butterworth, where he will present awards recognising excellence in journalism and media practices across the region.
Journalists and media delegates from Malaysia and ASEAN nations have arrived at the HAWANA 2026 Summit in Butterworth, where Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will officiate discussions on media integrity and credibility in the region.
Malaysia's journalism community gathered in Penang for the HAWANA 2026 grand finale, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim presiding over events honouring media practitioners and their role in strengthening public trust through accurate reporting.
Penang Governor Tun Ramli Ngah Talib hosted a dinner recognising Malaysian and ASEAN media practitioners ahead of the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day main event, attended by nearly 350 guests including government officials and media leaders.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day 2026 celebration in Penang features extensive programming on media professionalism and industry challenges, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim set to officiate the main event at PICCA Butterworth Arena.
A special photo gallery at the HAWANA 2026 Summit in Butterworth documents eight years of Malaysia's National Journalists' Day celebrations and highlights the welfare fund's support for media professionals facing hardship.
Penang hosts the HAWANA 2026 summit tomorrow, uniting approximately 1,000 journalists and media professionals. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the event themed on media integrity and credibility.
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil is visiting Penang for HAWANA 2026, the national journalists' day celebration culminating in a grand finale addressing media integrity and the future of contemporary journalism.
Commemorative merchandise for Malaysia's National Journalists' Day 2026 celebrations has launched in Penang. The limited-edition collection includes branded apparel priced between RM30 and RM59, available at the main event on June 20.
Penang police have confirmed robust security and traffic arrangements for the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day celebration, ensuring minimal disruption to residents while accommodating thousands of media professionals and carnival visitors.
A three-day carnival uniting local bands Exists, Bunkface and Masdo will run alongside the HAWANA 2026 Summit in Penang from June 19-21, offering music, arts, workshops and community engagement.