Former Umno leader Khairy Jamaluddin is now mulling whether or not to form his own political party.Khairy - who was sacked from Umno in late January - said he was initially disinclined to further saturate the political landscape but began thinking otherwise recently.“I’ve been considering that option (forming a new party) for the last few weeks. If we get a second chance in politics, why not have the new start on our own terms," he said on an episode of his podcast today.

Former Umno leader Khairy Jamaluddin is now mulling whether or not to form his own political party.Khairy - who was sacked from Umno in late January - said he was initially disinclined to further saturate the political landscape but began thinking otherwise recently.“I’ve been considering that option (forming a new party) for the last few weeks. If we get a second chance in politics, why not have the new start on our own terms," he said on an episode of his podcast today.

Form own party? I’ve been considering that option, says Khairy

A leader does not have to be poor to understand destitution and work towards helping those in need, according to Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim.He said this in defence of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim amid criticism by Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, who claimed that the prime minister knows nothing about being poor.Hassan pointed Sanusi to several examples of leaders who had worked towards helping the poor despite never experiencing financial struggles.

A leader does not have to be poor to understand destitution and work towards helping those in need, according to Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim.He said this in defence of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim amid criticism by Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor, who claimed that the prime minister knows nothing about being poor.Hassan pointed Sanusi to several examples of leaders who had worked towards helping the poor despite never experiencing financial struggles.

Hassan: You don't have to be poor to understand poverty

The government is launching several policies, which will be more powerful and more robust, to face the world's challenges, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said the policies would include the National Industrial Plan, to be launched in August, the Mid-Term Review of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) at the end of September and the second Madani Budget in October.He said these policies were required to deal with the world's challenges, including the power struggle and war, global economic slowdown and the climate and environmental crisis.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/678645600691299

The government is launching several policies, which will be more powerful and more robust, to face the world's challenges, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said the policies would include the National Industrial Plan, to be launched in August, the Mid-Term Review of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) at the end of September and the second Madani Budget in October.He said these policies were required to deal with the world's challenges, including the power struggle and war, global economic slowdown and the climate and environmental crisis.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/678645600691299

PM: Govt to launch several policies to face global challenges

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah reminded that a failure to resolve issues surrounding the use of the word "Allah" by non-Muslims could lead to a polemic with the potential to adversely affect unity and harmony in the country.In his speech during an investiture ceremony held in conjunction with his birthday celebration, Sultan Abdullah said the issue goes beyond debates from a terminology or linguistic perspective."The government must harmonise the current situation while at the same time place the use of the word ‘Allah’ in the right context, taking into account national security, the wellbeing of the ummah, as well as my role and the role of other Malay rulers as heads of Islam," he said.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/678645600691299

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah reminded that a failure to resolve issues surrounding the use of the word "Allah" by non-Muslims could lead to a polemic with the potential to adversely affect unity and harmony in the country.In his speech during an investiture ceremony held in conjunction with his birthday celebration, Sultan Abdullah said the issue goes beyond debates from a terminology or linguistic perspective."The government must harmonise the current situation while at the same time place the use of the word ‘Allah’ in the right context, taking into account national security, the wellbeing of the ummah, as well as my role and the role of other Malay rulers as heads of Islam," he said.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/678645600691299

Agong: 'Allah' issue can turn into polemic unless urgently resolved

A total of 839 individuals will be conferred federal awards, honours and medals for 2023 in conjunction with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah’s official birthday today.Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat Johari Abdul heads the list of recipients and was conferred the Darjah Kebesaran Panglima Setia Mahkota (PSM), which carries the title 'Tan Sri'.Among those who received the PSM today also included Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak Abdul Rahman Sebli, former Kelantan Menteri Besar, the late Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat, former minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar; Senate member Senator Anifah Aman and veteran politician Lim Kit Siang.Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/678645600691299

A total of 839 individuals will be conferred federal awards, honours and medals for 2023 in conjunction with the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah’s official birthday today.Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat Johari Abdul heads the list of recipients and was conferred the Darjah Kebesaran Panglima Setia Mahkota (PSM), which carries the title 'Tan Sri'.Among those who received the PSM today also included Chief Judge of Sabah and Sarawak Abdul Rahman Sebli, former Kelantan Menteri Besar, the late Nik Abdul Aziz Nik Mat, former minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar; Senate member Senator Anifah Aman and veteran politician Lim Kit Siang.Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/BeritaRTM/videos/678645600691299

Dewan Rakyat speaker, late Nik Aziz, Kit Siang conferred Tan Sri title

Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has scoffed at Anwar Ibrahim’s commitment to eradicate hardcore poverty in the country, accusing the prime minister of “using” the poor.Sanusi claimed that Anwar is all talk, saying the latter does not know a thing about being destitute.“He (Anwar) talks about the poor, has he ever been poor? He is the son of an Umno leader - his father was an MP, and his mother was an Umno Women’s wing (member)," Sanusi said in his speech at Perikatan Nasional’s campaign programme held in Tanjong Karang, Selangor last night.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/N24MuhammadSanusiMdNor/videos/920256362611012

Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has scoffed at Anwar Ibrahim’s commitment to eradicate hardcore poverty in the country, accusing the prime minister of “using” the poor. Sanusi claimed that Anwar is all talk, saying the latter does not know a thing about being destitute. “He (Anwar) talks about the poor, has he ever been poor? He is the son of an Umno leader - his father was an MP, and his mother was an Umno Women’s wing (member)," Sanusi said in his speech at Perikatan Nasional’s campaign programme held in Tanjong Karang, Selangor last night. Video source:https://www.facebook.com/N24MuhammadSanusiMdNor/videos/920256362611012

'Anwar talks about the poor, has he ever been poor?'

Selangor Perikatan Nasional chief Azmin Ali has described the looming state election as “special”, asserting that it is used as the people’s referendum to express their anger towards the unnatural government.“In his campaigns before this, Anwar would say, ’If I form the government and become the prime minister today, the price of petrol will be reduced tomorrow’. He is now the prime minister and has formed the government. But the petrol price has not gone down,” he said.Azmin also did not mince his words when he took his former mentor-turned-rival Anwar’s administration to task over several pressing matters pertaining to the country’s economy.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/PNSelangor/videos/942543976856071

Selangor Perikatan Nasional chief Azmin Ali has described the looming state election as “special”, asserting that it is used as the people’s referendum to express their anger towards the unnatural government. “In his campaigns before this, Anwar would say, ’If I form the government and become the prime minister today, the price of petrol will be reduced tomorrow’. He is now the prime minister and has formed the government. But the petrol price has not gone down,” he said. Azmin also did not mince his words when he took his former mentor-turned-rival Anwar’s administration to task over several pressing matters pertaining to the country’s economy.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/PNSelangor/videos/942543976856071

Azmin highlights govts unfulfilled promises

Selangor Perikatan Nasional chief Azmin Ali has “declared” that the state will dissolve its legislative assembly on June 19.“There’s no need to wait for (Selangor Menteri Besar) Amirudin (Shari) to announce it, let me announce it now."“If the state elections are announced to be held at the beginning or mid of August, God willing, PN will form a new government in Selangor,” Azmin said in his speech at PN’s campaign programme held in Tanjong Karang, Selangor last night.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?extid=CL-UNK-UNK-UNK-AN_GK0T-GK1C&mibextid=YCRy0i&ref=watch_permalink&v=942543976856071

Selangor Perikatan Nasional chief Azmin Ali has “declared” that the state will dissolve its legislative assembly on June 19.“There’s no need to wait for (Selangor Menteri Besar) Amirudin (Shari) to announce it, let me announce it now."“If the state elections are announced to be held at the beginning or mid of August, God willing, PN will form a new government in Selangor,” Azmin said in his speech at PN’s campaign programme held in Tanjong Karang, Selangor last night.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?extid=CL-UNK-UNK-UNK-AN_GK0T-GK1C&mibextid=YCRy0i&ref=watch_permalink&v=942543976856071

'Let me announce it' - Azmin 'declares' Selangor assembly to dissolve on June 19

[KiniNews] More than two decades after he was removed from Umno, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will once again be present at an Umno general assembly, but this time as a guest of honour. Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said Anwar will be present for the opening session on June 9 alongside leaders from all 19 component parties across four coalitions in government. “This will be a historical moment, for all various parties that form the government to attend the Umno AGM,” said Asyraf during a press conference at the Umno headquarters in Kuala Lumpur today.The Umno AGM will begin on June 7 with the official opening for the Umno Youth, Wanita Umno and Puteri Umno assemblies, which will be held the next day.Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will be delivering his keynote address on June 9, followed by debates and winding-up speeches on June 10.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] More than two decades after he was removed from Umno, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will once again be present at an Umno general assembly, but this time as a guest of honour. Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said Anwar will be present for the opening session on June 9 alongside leaders from all 19 component parties across four coalitions in government. “This will be a historical moment, for all various parties that form the government to attend the Umno AGM,” said Asyraf during a press conference at the Umno headquarters in Kuala Lumpur today.The Umno AGM will begin on June 7 with the official opening for the Umno Youth, Wanita Umno and Puteri Umno assemblies, which will be held the next day.Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will be delivering his keynote address on June 9, followed by debates and winding-up speeches on June 10.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar to be guest of honour at Umno AGM, leaders of parties in govt also invited

PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s claim that the federal administration is unfit to govern because it is dominated by non-Malays is incorrect, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said the stability of a government is not based on its majority but on the policies it implements.Anwar also challenged the opposition to prove that the current government sidelines the Malays and Islam.

PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s claim that the federal administration is unfit to govern because it is dominated by non-Malays is incorrect, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said the stability of a government is not based on its majority but on the policies it implements.Anwar also challenged the opposition to prove that the current government sidelines the Malays and Islam.

Hadi shouldn't use outdated and narrow-minded narratives, says Anwar

Macau’s security authority has slammed the MACC for “unilaterally” claiming that fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) is hiding in the region.According to the Office of the Secretary for Security (GSS), it is “shocked and surprised” to hear the Malaysian anti-graft agency’s claim on Low’s whereabouts.The GSS also stood by its denial in 2020 that Low was hiding in Macau.

Macau’s security authority has slammed the MACC for “unilaterally” claiming that fugitive businessperson Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) is hiding in the region.According to the Office of the Secretary for Security (GSS), it is “shocked and surprised” to hear the Malaysian anti-graft agency’s claim on Low’s whereabouts.The GSS also stood by its denial in 2020 that Low was hiding in Macau.

Macau security authority 'shocked' over claims Jho Low's hiding there

More than two decades after he was removed from Umno, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will once again be present at an Umno general assembly, but this time as a guest of honour. Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said Anwar will be present for the opening session on June 9 alongside leaders from all 19 component parties across four coalitions in government.

More than two decades after he was removed from Umno, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will once again be present at an Umno general assembly, but this time as a guest of honour. Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said Anwar will be present for the opening session on June 9 alongside leaders from all 19 component parties across four coalitions in government.

Anwar to be guest of honour at Umno AGM

Former Umno leader Noh Omar believes Perikatan Nasional (PN) could seize Selangor in the upcoming state polls.He said Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidates would have an advantage if there were three-cornered fight between BN, PH and PN.However, he said PN could win now as the Malay votes is no longer divided.

Former Umno leader Noh Omar believes Perikatan Nasional (PN) could seize Selangor in the upcoming state polls.He said Pakatan Harapan (PH) candidates would have an advantage if there were three-cornered fight between BN, PH and PN.However, he said PN could win now as the Malay votes is no longer divided.

PN will win if there are straight fights in Selangor, says Noh Omar

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has welcomed former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad's remark on working together for the Malay cause."I realise that the latest political developments have put the Malays and Islam in the country at a crossroads."Thus, as a Muslim, I personally am willing to work with any Malay-Muslim leader, including Tun Dr Mahathir, to champion the race, religion, and country," Muhyiddin said in a brief statement posted on his Facebook today.

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has welcomed former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad's remark on working together for the Malay cause."I realise that the latest political developments have put the Malays and Islam in the country at a crossroads."Thus, as a Muslim, I personally am willing to work with any Malay-Muslim leader, including Tun Dr Mahathir, to champion the race, religion, and country," Muhyiddin said in a brief statement posted on his Facebook today.

Muhyiddin willing to work with Dr M for the Malay cause

Penang Gerakan chairperson Oh Tong Keong has chastised Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Noor for repeatedly questioning Penang’s sovereignty as a state.He said that while Gerakan and PAS are allies, his party unequivocally disagrees with Sanusi’s assertions.Sanusi’s actions may make him appear bold and help him garner the support of Kedahans, but it also undermines the harmony between Kedahans and Penangites, Oh added.

Penang Gerakan chairperson Oh Tong Keong has chastised Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Noor for repeatedly questioning Penang’s sovereignty as a state.He said that while Gerakan and PAS are allies, his party unequivocally disagrees with Sanusi’s assertions.Sanusi’s actions may make him appear bold and help him garner the support of Kedahans, but it also undermines the harmony between Kedahans and Penangites, Oh added.

Gerakan: Sanusi should stop questioning Penang’s sovereignty

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rebutted claims that his supposed inability to focus on his finance minister role is contributing to the ringgit’s devaluation against the US dollar and regional currencies.“Tell the person who suggested that to read up on the economic and financial reports instead of PAS’ report,” Anwar was quoted as saying by Bernama today.He was referring to PAS assistant secretary-general Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman who reportedly said the fall of the ringgit was because Malaysia does not have a full-time finance minister.The Bachok MP accused Anwar of having difficulties paying attention to the Finance Ministry, given the heavy workload of being the prime minister.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has rebutted claims that his supposed inability to focus on his finance minister role is contributing to the ringgit’s devaluation against the US dollar and regional currencies.“Tell the person who suggested that to read up on the economic and financial reports instead of PAS’ report,” Anwar was quoted as saying by Bernama today.He was referring to PAS assistant secretary-general Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman who reportedly said the fall of the ringgit was because Malaysia does not have a full-time finance minister.The Bachok MP accused Anwar of having difficulties paying attention to the Finance Ministry, given the heavy workload of being the prime minister.

Anwar: External factors responsible for ringgit's depreciation, not lack of focus

DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has taken a swipe at the PAS leadership following party president Abdul Hadi Awang’s clarification that the offer to join the coalition government was made after the 15th general election and there are no fresh offers.Lim said that Hadi's clarification shows that other PAS leaders including the spiritual leader, the deputy president, and the information chief did not know what their president was talking about.Lim added that it was irresponsible and dishonest for other PAS leaders to echo Hadi’s statement as if they were recent occurrences.

DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang has taken a swipe at the PAS leadership following party president Abdul Hadi Awang’s clarification that the offer to join the coalition government was made after the 15th general election and there are no fresh offers.Lim said that Hadi's clarification shows that other PAS leaders including the spiritual leader, the deputy president, and the information chief did not know what their president was talking about.Lim added that it was irresponsible and dishonest for other PAS leaders to echo Hadi’s statement as if they were recent occurrences.

'Hadi's clarification shows that PAS leaders didn't know what he was talking about'

PAS President Abdul Hadi Awang made headlines this week after he claimed that the Islamist party was offered to work with the Unity government.

Implications of a fictional offer: Understanding PAS’ strategy behind Hadi’s ‘daydream’

[KiniNews] Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has doubled down on his claims that Penang belongs to Kedah.Now, he even wants the Federal Constitution to be amended to back his claim.Sanusi reportedly said that historical and academic studies supported his claim that Kedah owned Penang.With this, he called for the current generation to rectify the “distortion of history” and amend the Federal Constitution accordingly.Meanwhile, Jelutong MP RSN Rayer has lodged a police report against Sanusi over the claim.In the report, Rayer said it was “extreme” of Sanusi to question the sovereignty of Penang, which was established and recognised as a sovereign state under the Federal Constitution.Rayer claimed that Sanusi’s “irresponsible, extreme” remark can cause anxiety and anger to the people of Penang, and disrupt public order.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has doubled down on his claims that Penang belongs to Kedah.Now, he even wants the Federal Constitution to be amended to back his claim.Sanusi reportedly said that historical and academic studies supported his claim that Kedah owned Penang.With this, he called for the current generation to rectify the “distortion of history” and amend the Federal Constitution accordingly.Meanwhile, Jelutong MP RSN Rayer has lodged a police report against Sanusi over the claim.In the report, Rayer said it was “extreme” of Sanusi to question the sovereignty of Penang, which was established and recognised as a sovereign state under the Federal Constitution.Rayer claimed that Sanusi’s “irresponsible, extreme” remark can cause anxiety and anger to the people of Penang, and disrupt public order.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: 'Kedah owns Penang' - Sanusi wants Constitution amended; DAP lodges report

After many denials from the government regarding an offer to PAS to work with it, party president Abdul Hadi Awang today explained that the invitation was not made recently.Instead, he explained that the offer he received to join the government was made immediately after the 15th general election (GE15)."(The offer to join the government was made) After the election. There is no new one," he said during a press conference in conjunction with the Terengganu International Summit 2023.

After many denials from the government regarding an offer to PAS to work with it, party president Abdul Hadi Awang today explained that the invitation was not made recently.Instead, he explained that the offer he received to join the government was made immediately after the 15th general election (GE15)."(The offer to join the government was made) After the election. There is no new one," he said during a press conference in conjunction with the Terengganu International Summit 2023.

Hadi: Offer to join govt is not new, it was made after GE15

Jelutong MP RSN Rayer has lodged a police report against Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor for the latter’s insistence that Penang belongs to Kedah.The report was lodged at the Timur Laut police station in Georgetown, Penang, this morning. Rayer was accompanied by Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng, Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid, and other DAP leaders.In the report, Rayer said it was extreme of Sanusi to question the sovereignty of Penang, which was established and recognised as a sovereign state under the Federal Constitution.

Jelutong MP RSN Rayer has lodged a police report against Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor for the latter’s insistence that Penang belongs to Kedah.The report was lodged at the Timur Laut police station in Georgetown, Penang, this morning. Rayer was accompanied by Bagan MP Lim Guan Eng, Bukit Bendera MP Syerleena Abdul Rashid, and other DAP leaders.In the report, Rayer said it was extreme of Sanusi to question the sovereignty of Penang, which was established and recognised as a sovereign state under the Federal Constitution.

MP: Sanusi's claim that 'Penang belongs to Kedah' is irresponsible and extreme

The high allocation given to Sabah and Sarawak, especially involving the country’s annual budget, is based on the needs of the two states, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said he had been criticised by the opposition for giving higher allocation to Sabah and Sarawak compared to other states in the Peninsula, but emphasised that he did this based on the need to be fair to all states.Like the water supply issue that has become a big problem in Sabah and so are the roads but other states are better, so we help spend more in Sabah because of its needs, he said.

The high allocation given to Sabah and Sarawak, especially involving the country’s annual budget, is based on the needs of the two states, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He said he had been criticised by the opposition for giving higher allocation to Sabah and Sarawak compared to other states in the Peninsula, but emphasised that he did this based on the need to be fair to all states.Like the water supply issue that has become a big problem in Sabah and so are the roads but other states are better, so we help spend more in Sabah because of its needs, he said.

Anwar: Higher allocation given to Sabah and Sarawak based on needs

The ringgit’s depreciating value and other financial woes point to a need for a full-time finance minister who can focus on turning the situation around, according to Bachok MP Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman.The Finance Ministry is currently being held by Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the prime minister.“The role and attention of a finance minister are very important during this critical period, especially to complement measures taken by BNM that control monetary policy," said Syahir.

The ringgit’s depreciating value and other financial woes point to a need for a full-time finance minister who can focus on turning the situation around, according to Bachok MP Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman.The Finance Ministry is currently being held by Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the prime minister.“The role and attention of a finance minister are very important during this critical period, especially to complement measures taken by BNM that control monetary policy," said Syahir.

Depreciating ringgit points to a need for a full-time finance minister, says PAS MP

Supporters of the 'Tiada Guru' campaign highlighting alleged errant educators in Sabah have urged the government to provide whistleblower protection for Nurhaizah Ejab.The call for the former teacher’s protection comes after she testified in a colleague's repeated truancy case.

Supporters of the 'Tiada Guru' campaign highlighting alleged errant educators in Sabah have urged the government to provide whistleblower protection for Nurhaizah Ejab.The call for the former teacher’s protection comes after she testified in a colleague's repeated truancy case.

Govt should protect whistleblower teacher, says 'Tiada Guru'

Kedah menteri besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has doubled down on his claims that Penang belongs to Kedah.He even wants the Federal Constitution to be amended to back his claim.According to FMT, he said that historical and academic studies supported his claim that Kedah owned Penang and called for the current generation to rectify the “distortion of history” and amend the Federal Constitution accordingly.

Kedah menteri besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has doubled down on his claims that Penang belongs to Kedah.He even wants the Federal Constitution to be amended to back his claim.According to FMT, he said that historical and academic studies supported his claim that Kedah owned Penang and called for the current generation to rectify the “distortion of history” and amend the Federal Constitution accordingly.

Amend Constitution to show Kedah owns Penang, says Kedah MB

Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi has spoken out against former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin who predicted the party will lose more than 50 percent of its Malay voter base in the upcoming state elections.“Khairy’s claim that 50 percent of Umno voters will shift to Perikatan Nasional (PN) is just an assumption. His reasoning is that Umno members have been indoctrinated to be anti-DAP for a long time and so they will reject (Umno secretary-general) Ahmad Maslan’s call to vote for DAP."“Khairy’s assumption is not strong. Political enmities do not last. PAS used to be friendly with DAP. We have not heard that half of PAS voters have left PAS," he said.

Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi has spoken out against former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin who predicted the party will lose more than 50 percent of its Malay voter base in the upcoming state elections.“Khairy’s claim that 50 percent of Umno voters will shift to Perikatan Nasional (PN) is just an assumption. His reasoning is that Umno members have been indoctrinated to be anti-DAP for a long time and so they will reject (Umno secretary-general) Ahmad Maslan’s call to vote for DAP."“Khairy’s assumption is not strong. Political enmities do not last. PAS used to be friendly with DAP. We have not heard that half of PAS voters have left PAS," he said.

Puad: PAS used to work with DAP but their voters didn't abandon the party

Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli attributes ringgit's depreciation to global economic uncertainty, leading to surging demand for safe-haven assets such as gold and US dollars.Factors like the bankruptcy of Silicon Valley Bank, US Congress conflict over debt ceiling, and federal spending cuts contribute to the prevailing uncertainty.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/rafiziramli.keadilan/videos/632615408447759

Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli attributes ringgit's depreciation to global economic uncertainty, leading to surging demand for safe-haven assets such as gold and US dollars.Factors like the bankruptcy of Silicon Valley Bank, US Congress conflict over debt ceiling, and federal spending cuts contribute to the prevailing uncertainty.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/rafiziramli.keadilan/videos/632615408447759

Rafizi: Ringgit depreciation caused by global economic uncertainty

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged the Communications and Digital Ministry and the Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to monitor politicians' social media posts involving race and religion.Zahid expressed concern over the divisive nature of such posts, citing a report by the Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ).Media reports have highlighted the prevalence of offensive racial and religious narratives instigated by politicians on social media during the recent general election (GE15).

Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged the Communications and Digital Ministry and the Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to monitor politicians' social media posts involving race and religion.Zahid expressed concern over the divisive nature of such posts, citing a report by the Centre for Independent Journalism (CIJ).Media reports have highlighted the prevalence of offensive racial and religious narratives instigated by politicians on social media during the recent general election (GE15).

Zahid: MCMC urged to monitor racial, religious social media posts

[KiniNews] The family of Kee Kok Thiam, an alleged associate of Low Taek Jho (Jho Low), has urged the public not to speculate about his death.The legal firm representing his family said Kee died on May 29, 2023, in a hospital of a sudden massive stroke.This came following media articles on Kee’s passing away and the circumstances.The firm urged all parties not to entertain any speculation on this unfortunate event and allow the family the space to grieve his passing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bradley Hope, the co-author of a best-selling book on the 1MDB scandal, has dismissed the idea that Jho Low is in Macau.He said they believed Low was under house arrest in Shanghai and alleged that China is holding him on a tight leash because of negotiations with Malaysia.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] The family of Kee Kok Thiam, an alleged associate of Low Taek Jho (Jho Low), has urged the public not to speculate about his death.The legal firm representing his family said Kee died on May 29, 2023, in a hospital of a sudden massive stroke.This came following media articles on Kee’s passing away and the circumstances.The firm urged all parties not to entertain any speculation on this unfortunate event and allow the family the space to grieve his passing.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bradley Hope, the co-author of a best-selling book on the 1MDB scandal, has dismissed the idea that Jho Low is in Macau.He said they believed Low was under house arrest in Shanghai and alleged that China is holding him on a tight leash because of negotiations with Malaysia.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Jho Low's alleged associate died of stroke; Jho Low in Shanghai, claims author

The High Court in Shah Alam today granted two more weeks for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to file his statement of defence against former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s RM150 million defamation suit.If the Pakatan Harapan chairperson was not allowed the extension, the defendant would need to file his statement of defence today.Mahathir had filed the lawsuit against Anwar on May 3 over claims that the former had amassed wealth for personal riches while in power.

The High Court in Shah Alam today granted two more weeks for Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to file his statement of defence against former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s RM150 million defamation suit.If the Pakatan Harapan chairperson was not allowed the extension, the defendant would need to file his statement of defence today.Mahathir had filed the lawsuit against Anwar on May 3 over claims that the former had amassed wealth for personal riches while in power.

Court grants Anwar two-week extension to file defence against Dr M’s suit

Anwar Ibrahim contended that PAS lawmaker Awang Hashim’s attempt to compare the sitting prime minister to former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad over alleged vindictiveness in dissident crackdowns was “totally absurd”.In his reply to Awang’s statement of defence against his defamation suit, Anwar denied the comparison, reiterating that all investigation agencies and prosecutorial services in Malaysia act independently, impartially, and without fear or favour.

Anwar Ibrahim contended that PAS lawmaker Awang Hashim’s attempt to compare the sitting prime minister to former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad over alleged vindictiveness in dissident crackdowns was “totally absurd”.In his reply to Awang’s statement of defence against his defamation suit, Anwar denied the comparison, reiterating that all investigation agencies and prosecutorial services in Malaysia act independently, impartially, and without fear or favour.

It's 'totally absurd' to compare me to Dr M, Anwar tells PAS MP

Bradley Hope, the co-author of a best-selling book on the 1MDB scandal, has dismissed the idea that fugitive Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) is in Macau.“We believe he’s under house arrest in Shanghai. He was in Macau a lot from 2015-2018, as well as Hong Kong Kong, Shenzhen and Thailand but after (former prime minister) Najib’s (Abdul Razak) electoral defeat his movements were more restricted to the mainland,” said Hope.He alleged that China is holding Low on a tight leash because of negotiations with Malaysia.

Bradley Hope, the co-author of a best-selling book on the 1MDB scandal, has dismissed the idea that fugitive Low Taek Jho (Jho Low) is in Macau.“We believe he’s under house arrest in Shanghai. He was in Macau a lot from 2015-2018, as well as Hong Kong Kong, Shenzhen and Thailand but after (former prime minister) Najib’s (Abdul Razak) electoral defeat his movements were more restricted to the mainland,” said Hope.He alleged that China is holding Low on a tight leash because of negotiations with Malaysia.

Jho Low under house arrest in Shanghai, claims 'Billion Dollar Whale' author

The family of Kee Kok Thiam, an alleged associate of Low Taek Jho (Jho Low), has urged the public not to speculate about his death.In a statement, the legal firm representing his family said the 56-year-old businessperson died in hospital after suffering a “sudden massive stroke”.“Reference is made to media articles on Kee’s passing away and the circumstances. He died on May 29, 2023, in a hospital of a sudden massive stroke."“We urge all parties not to entertain any speculation on this unfortunate event and allow the family the space to grieve his passing,” read the statement from Valen, Oh, and Partners.

The family of Kee Kok Thiam, an alleged associate of Low Taek Jho (Jho Low), has urged the public not to speculate about his death.In a statement, the legal firm representing his family said the 56-year-old businessperson died in hospital after suffering a “sudden massive stroke”.“Reference is made to media articles on Kee’s passing away and the circumstances. He died on May 29, 2023, in a hospital of a sudden massive stroke."“We urge all parties not to entertain any speculation on this unfortunate event and allow the family the space to grieve his passing,” read the statement from Valen, Oh, and Partners.

Funeral service held for Jho Low's alleged associate, he died of sudden stroke, says family

PAS information chief Khairil Nizam Khirudin claimed that it was DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang who offered the Islamist party to join the coalition government.He claimed that Lim had made the offer because the ruling coalition is in a shaky position as the Malays no longer support Umno.However, PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man has denied that it was Lim who met with the PAS leadership recently.“It was not him (Lim). I don’t want to say who," he told Malaysiakini.

PAS information chief Khairil Nizam Khirudin claimed that it was DAP veteran Lim Kit Siang who offered the Islamist party to join the coalition government.He claimed that Lim had made the offer because the ruling coalition is in a shaky position as the Malays no longer support Umno.However, PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man has denied that it was Lim who met with the PAS leadership recently.“It was not him (Lim). I don’t want to say who," he told Malaysiakini.

Kit Siang invited PAS to join govt, says PAS info chief

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has denied making an offer to PAS to join the coalition government."I don't know who (approached PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang). Maybe it was some division leaders who extended the invitation (to collaborate), I don't know.”"What I know, the proposal to collaborate was neither raised nor discussed by the top leadership level in the Pakatan Harapan-BN government," he said.Anwar was responding to a claim by Hadi last Saturday that "certain individuals" had reached out to him to collaborate with the government.The Marang MP, who did not divulge details, alleged that the offer would only strengthen the government's position by adding more seats to it, but would not benefit PAS in any way.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has denied making an offer to PAS to join the coalition government."I don't know who (approached PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang). Maybe it was some division leaders who extended the invitation (to collaborate), I don't know.”"What I know, the proposal to collaborate was neither raised nor discussed by the top leadership level in the Pakatan Harapan-BN government," he said.Anwar was responding to a claim by Hadi last Saturday that "certain individuals" had reached out to him to collaborate with the government.The Marang MP, who did not divulge details, alleged that the offer would only strengthen the government's position by adding more seats to it, but would not benefit PAS in any way.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Proposal to collaborate was not raised or discussed, says Anwar on claims by PAS

Kedah MB Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has claimed that Penang belongs to Kedah.He said Kedah and Penang do not have a border because Penang still belongs to Kedah and added that Kedah only shares a border with Perak and Perlis.He said this after signing the land and maritime boundary agreement between Kedah and Perlis at Wisma Darul Aman in Alor Setar yesterday.

Kedah MB Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has claimed that Penang belongs to Kedah.He said Kedah and Penang do not have a border because Penang still belongs to Kedah and added that Kedah only shares a border with Perak and Perlis.He said this after signing the land and maritime boundary agreement between Kedah and Perlis at Wisma Darul Aman in Alor Setar yesterday.

Penang is Kedah's, says Sanusi

A businessperson has submitted a document to the MACC, which allegedly proves a link between Perikatan Nasional and gambling companies.This is after the government said the MACC had not yet opened an investigation into the allegations due to a lack of evidence.The businessperson, Rashdan Yusof, met with the MACC at its headquarters this morning and was reportedly questioned for around three hours.

A businessperson has submitted a document to the MACC, which allegedly proves a link between Perikatan Nasional and gambling companies.This is after the government said the MACC had not yet opened an investigation into the allegations due to a lack of evidence.The businessperson, Rashdan Yusof, met with the MACC at its headquarters this morning and was reportedly questioned for around three hours.

Businessperson gives 'evidence' to MACC on PN 'gambling funds'

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today took Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to task for claiming Penang still belongs to Kedah. Anwar said, as Menteri Besar, Sanusi should understand the Constitution and be bound by legal aspects. Yesterday, Sanusi was reported to have said that Kedah and Penang do not have a border because Penang still belongs to Kedah, claiming further that Kedah only shares a border with Perak and Perlis.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today took Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to task for claiming Penang still belongs to Kedah. Anwar said, as Menteri Besar, Sanusi should understand the Constitution and be bound by legal aspects. Yesterday, Sanusi was reported to have said that Kedah and Penang do not have a border because Penang still belongs to Kedah, claiming further that Kedah only shares a border with Perak and Perlis.

Penang belongs to Kedah? Sanusi needs to understand the Constitution, says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has denied making an offer to PAS to join the coalition government."I don't know who (approached PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang). Maybe it was some division leaders who extended the invitation (to collaborate), I don't know."What I know, the proposal to collaborate was neither raised nor discussed by the top leadership level in the Pakatan Harapan-BN government," he said.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has denied making an offer to PAS to join the coalition government."I don't know who (approached PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang). Maybe it was some division leaders who extended the invitation (to collaborate), I don't know."What I know, the proposal to collaborate was neither raised nor discussed by the top leadership level in the Pakatan Harapan-BN government," he said.

Anwar: Govt did not invite PAS to collaborate

MACC reportedly said the anti-graft body “believes” Malaysian-born fugitive financier Low Taek Jho is hiding in Macau.According to a report by Al Jazeera today, MACC was quoted in a written response as saying that this was confirmed by several individuals who have seen Low in Macau.

MACC reportedly said the anti-graft body “believes” Malaysian-born fugitive financier Low Taek Jho is hiding in Macau.According to a report by Al Jazeera today, MACC was quoted in a written response as saying that this was confirmed by several individuals who have seen Low in Macau.

MACC believes Jho Low hiding in Macau

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the letters “LGBT” were clearly found on the dials of the Swatch watches that were confiscated by his ministry earlier this month.The minister added that similar watch models were not sold in countries such as the United Arab Emirates as Swatch knows the religious sensitivities there.“The watch clearly has the letters LGBT and the Home Ministry acted upon public complaints,” he said.

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the letters “LGBT” were clearly found on the dials of the Swatch watches that were confiscated by his ministry earlier this month.The minister added that similar watch models were not sold in countries such as the United Arab Emirates as Swatch knows the religious sensitivities there.“The watch clearly has the letters LGBT and the Home Ministry acted upon public complaints,” he said.

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