Electricity tariffs, data centres, haze impact among key issues in Dewan Rakyat today
The Malaysian Dewan Rakyat is addressing several critical issues, including electricity tariff adjustments, the economic impact of data center investments, and public health concerns related to haze. Lawmakers are also questioning aviation safety protocols following recent helicopter incidents.
Why it matters
These discussions reflect the government's current legislative priorities regarding economic policy, infrastructure, and public welfare.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Dewan Rakyat is expected to discuss several key issues on Thursday (Oct 15), including increases in domestic electricity tariffs, the economic value of data centre investments, aviation safety and the impact of haze on public health.
According to the Order Paper on Parliament's official portal, during the Minister's Question Time, Azli Yusof (PH-Shah Alam) will seek an explanation from the Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation on the factors behind the increase in domestic electricity charges and the Energy Commission's assurance that about 85 per cent of households would be shielded from the impact of the adjustment through the Energy Efficiency Incentive.
Datuk Wan Hassan Mohd Ramli (PN-Dungun) will ask about the Youth and Sports Ministry's assessment of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 at the Sepang International Circuit, covering the event's effectiveness, operational preparedness, stakeholder coordination and proposed improvements.
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