PM: RM3mil boost to make Intan global public service hub

Published on 15 Aug 2025 8:24:28 PM

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Friday (Aug 15) announced RM3mil for research and development to strengthen the National Institute of Public Administration (Intan) as a regional and global hub for public service excellence.

The funding will focus on capacity building in artificial intelligence, blockchain, post-quantum cryptography, governance, human capital, organisational management, service delivery, and public-private collaboration.

Anwar also announced the removal of the service confirmation requirement for permanent Muslim civil servants applying to perform the haj, easing their pilgrimage process.

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