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UPDATED 11.19AM | Wan Junaidi sets out three reforms he hopes to achieve during his tenure.

He is to replace Rais Yatim, whose Senate speaker term concluded yesterday. 

Among highlights is Budget 2023 passing with a higher vote in favour.

They are related to govt expenditure, tax administration and levy of extraordinary profits.

The budget was approved via voice vote, without amendments.

Only 33 geriatricians in govt hospitals, 13 in university hospitals and 14 private ones. 

UPDATED 5.40PM | They are among 16 new senators being sworn in today.

Their appointments are proposed by Menteri Besar Sanusi.

'More messaging has to go out there.'

PM must balance between pleasing his allies, countering PN’s incendiary rhetoric. 

Senators do not need to play to the gallery.

There is a lot of confusion, says Rais Yatim.

This is after their appointment to the cabinet last night.

My responsibility to bring this to cabinet, senior minister says.

Authorities are eyeing to punish spectators and workshops too. 

Deputy transport minister suggests taking a taxi instead. 

Dewan Negara president urges him to be dedicated in his role. 

Zahidi says films promoting LGBT are becoming more subtle in their methods.

UPDATED 5.55PM | Minister has to answer, says Harapan defence duo.

B40 is receiving various aid to mitigate its impact. 

It is due to the unique circumstances its members are appointed. 

Over 3 million members have less than RM1,000 in their accounts.

Finance minister says in CNN interview that senatorship only lasts 6 years.