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Malaysia's National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 wrapped up at Penang's PICCA@Arena Butterworth Convention Centre with nearly 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and ASEAN countries in attendance. PM Anwar Ibrahim announced RM1 million additional funding for journalist welfare.
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Penang Governor Tun Ramli has commended the Communications Ministry for rotating the National Journalists' Day celebrations across states. The HAWANA 2026 event in Penang brings together nearly 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and ASEAN countries.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has inaugurated the HAWANA 2026 National Journalists' Day celebration at the PICCA Convention Centre in Butterworth, Penang, drawing approximately 1,000 media professionals from Malaysia and neighbouring countries to discuss media integrity and journalism's future.
About 1,000 media practitioners and ASEAN delegates have begun gathering in Butterworth for the HAWANA 2026 Summit, themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility' and to be officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Penang Governor Tun Ramli hosted nearly 350 media practitioners and international delegates at a gala dinner for National Journalists' Day 2026, recognizing journalism's contributions to Malaysia's development ahead of the main event.
Malaysia's National Journalists' Day 2026 grand finale takes place in Penang today, drawing approximately 1,000 media professionals from Malaysia and abroad to celebrate media integrity and journalism excellence.
Malaysia's premier National Journalists' Day summit opens tomorrow in Penang, with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim officiating the event themed 'Media Integrity Strengthens Credibility'. Organisers expect around 1,000 media practitioners from Malaysia and abroad to attend.
Exclusive HAWANA 2026 merchandise has gone on sale at the National Journalists' Day celebrations in Penang, featuring limited-edition branded apparel priced between RM30 and RM59.
Media organisations must prioritise credibility and integrity to survive the digital era, according to Media Prima's deputy group managing editor. The challenge intensifies as newsrooms balance commercial pressures with editorial standards.