Malaysia PM's remarks on security threats misrepresented as stockpiling directive

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim did not ask residents to stock up on food and water for "up to 10 days" during a November 2026 parliamentary session, contrary to false claims circulating online. He noted during the meeting that foreign governments have made such calls in response to rising geopolitical tensions and cyberattacks, but did not ask Malaysians to do the same. Ministers have also said the country has sufficient food supplies to last at least six months, with no need for the public to stockpile essentials.