KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to make an important announcement on the Public Service Remuneration System (SSPA) at the 19th Majlis Amanat Perdana Perkhidmatan Awam (Mappa) at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre on Friday (Aug 16).
National Institute of Public Administration (Intan) senior deputy director (Competence Development) Datuk Dr Haniff Zainal Abidin said the announcement is expected to draw considerable attention, particularly among civil servants.
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"(There will be) important updates on the SSPA and the principles to which civil servants will need to adhere,” he said on Bernama TV’s Apa Khabar Malaysia programme on Tuesday (Aug 13).
Haniff said the 19th Mappa will be a platform for the Prime Minister to outline key government policies in the first significant update since the last meeting in 2022.
"We expect around 7,000 civil servants to attend and hear the Prime Minister’s address firsthand.
"For those unable to attend in person, the announcement will be available via live broadcast on various platforms, including social media,” he added.
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On this year’s Mappa, themed "Madani Civil Service", Haniff said 32 ministries and agencies will set up booths to provide services to both civil servants and the public.
"The largest booth will be hosted by the Public Service Department and Intan.
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"In addition, the Royal Malaysia Police and Road Transport Department will set up booths to allow visitors to settle summonses at a discounted rate," he added.
Haniff added that parking will be available around the venue with a shuttle service provided for attendees. – Bernama
