Kuala lumpur: The Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) today announced the promotion of Harlina Samson to Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the Economic News Service, effective September 1, 2026.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the announcement was made by Bernama Chief Executive Officer Datin Paduka Nur-ul Afida Kamaludin, in the presence of Editor-in-Chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj and Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the News Service Mohd Shukri Ishak.

Harlina, 58, was promoted to the position after serving in an acting capacity since February 1, 2026, following the mandatory retirement of Azlina Aziz on January 12, 2026. She joined Bernama on December 16, 1991, and has held several positions, including Executive Editor of the News Service, Head of the Bernama Sarawak Bureau, and Head of Policy and Strategic Planning.

Harlina holds a Diploma in Mass Communication (Journalism), equivalent to a degree, from Institut Teknologi MARA (now Universiti Teknologi MARA), as well as a Master of Science in Corporate Communications from Universiti Putra Malaysia.