PETALING JAYA: A successful and meaningful 2026 for all Malaysians is what Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is hoping for in the new year, as he led greetings from his Cabinet.
“We step into the New Year with a strong spirit of unity and firm resolve to continue strengthening national cohesion, deepening ongoing reforms and ensuring that the nation’s prosperity is felt by all segments of Malaysian society,” he said yesterday.
He said the government will continue to work with integrity, courage and compassion, and will remain steadfast in carrying out its responsibilities to deliver tangible benefits to the people to secure a more stable and prosperous future for the nation.
“Let us move forward together, uniting our steps and determination, to realise a more just, prosperous and resilient Malaysia – one that elevates the nation’s standing to greater heights while ensuring inclusive prosperity for all its people,” he said.
Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said 2026 offers new opportunities to improve the well-being of the people and drive development.
“May 2026 bring blessings, peace and greater success for all of us,” he said in a video message.
MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong also extended his greetings for 2026.
“May the year ahead bring good health, steady progress and many reasons to smile. Let’s look forward with optimism and continue moving ahead together,” said the Ayer Hitam MP on Facebook.
“Wishing everyone a happy and hopeful 2026.”
Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil urged the public to remain alert to emerging scam tactics and also reminded parents to keep tabs on their children’s device usage.
“Remember, the device is not the babysitter,” he said.
Transport Minister Anthony Loke said that holding public office is a trust that must be upheld and honoured every day.
“As we step into the new year, I believe many of us hope that our lives will be better than they were in the year before.
“The new year is not merely about closing an old chapter, but an opportunity for us to reflect on the direction of our own lives and of the nation,” Loke said, as he also acknowledged that many Malaysians continue to struggle with the rising cost of living, while the business community is dealing with higher operational costs.
He reiterated the government’s commitment to easing these burdens through effective and practical policies.
Human Resource Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan described the new year as a chance for reflection on the nation’s journey and shared responsibilities, while reaffirming his commitment to strengthening the development of the country’s human capital.
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu expressed appreciation to farmers, livestock breeders and fishermen.
“Your efforts and sacrifices are the foundation of the nation’s food security,” he said on Facebook as he reaffirmed his ministry’s commitment to continue empowering the agriculture, fisheries and livestock sectors through sustained support, innovation and people-oriented policies.
Meanwhile, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang said the ministry successfully implemented 762 programmes involving various segments of society nationwide throughout 2025 to bridge social gaps and strengthen national unity.
He said the achievements were anchored on the principles of “Understand, Respect and Accept” as the foundation for preserving harmony in diversity, adding that efforts to build a united nation will continue to be strengthened in line with the implementation of the 13th Malaysia Plan.
For Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad, the end of 2025 was a time of significant change, marked by setbacks and a resurgence with renewed strength.
“Finally, we have reached the end of 2025. Some leave, some arrive. We fall, but we rise again stronger,” she said.
