The issue of Malaysian mothers seeking equal citizenship rights for their children born overseas has been a critical and emotional topic. Despite the Madani government's promise in February 2023 to table a constitutional amendment addressing this inequality, the delay in fulfilling this promise has left many mothers in a state of anxiety.Family Frontiers, an advocacy group, has been at the forefront of this battle. They have tirelessly pushed for constitutional change to ensure that Malaysian women are granted the same rights as men when it comes to passing citizenship to their children born abroad. KiniTV spoke to Family Frontiers President, Adlyn Adam Teoh to shed light on the emotional and legal struggles faced by these families and underscores the urgent need for the government to act on its promise.Reporter: Daneyaa GanesanProducer: Azreen Madzlan

The issue of Malaysian mothers seeking equal citizenship rights for their children born overseas has been a critical and emotional topic. Despite the Madani government's promise in February 2023 to table a constitutional amendment addressing this inequality, the delay in fulfilling this promise has left many mothers in a state of anxiety.Family Frontiers, an advocacy group, has been at the forefront of this battle. They have tirelessly pushed for constitutional change to ensure that Malaysian women are granted the same rights as men when it comes to passing citizenship to their children born abroad. KiniTV spoke to Family Frontiers President, Adlyn Adam Teoh to shed light on the emotional and legal struggles faced by these families and underscores the urgent need for the government to act on its promise.Reporter: Daneyaa GanesanProducer: Azreen Madzlan

[Special Report] A Mother's Plea: The Fight for Equal Rights in Malaysia's Citizenship Law

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the relevant authorities, including Islamic religious departments and councils to immediately investigate and take appropriate action on the alleged misconduct by Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH).Speaking to reporters after performing Friday prayers at Masjid Al-Iman in Kajang today, Anwar said the probe is important and cannot be delayed as the issue involves abuse of power, religion, and child exploitation.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has lodged a police report against PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.This is over Tuan Ibrahim remarks that when Chinese or Indians speak their mother tongues, Malays would buruk sangka (have bad assumptions).___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has instructed the relevant authorities, including Islamic religious departments and councils to immediately investigate and take appropriate action on the alleged misconduct by Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH).Speaking to reporters after performing Friday prayers at Masjid Al-Iman in Kajang today, Anwar said the probe is important and cannot be delayed as the issue involves abuse of power, religion, and child exploitation.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has lodged a police report against PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.This is over Tuan Ibrahim remarks that when Chinese or Indians speak their mother tongues, Malays would buruk sangka (have bad assumptions).___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar wants urgent probe into GISBH; Lip Eng lodges report against Tuan Ibrahim

PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang is the only strong politician, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim quipped today.This comes after Hadi called Muslim leaders in Putrajaya ineffective in controlling their non-Muslim counterparts.

PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang is the only strong politician, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim quipped today.This comes after Hadi called Muslim leaders in Putrajaya ineffective in controlling their non-Muslim counterparts.

'It's ok, only Hadi is strong' - Anwar

Zaid Ibrahim said that compared to other political parties, DAP has the most sterling track record in championing the cause of those who are “invisible”, and its current secretary-general must keep this tradition alive.The former law minister urged Anthony Loke to ensure that Ong Ing Keong’s cries for justice do not continue to fall on deaf ears.Note:AI Voiceover

Zaid Ibrahim said that compared to other political parties, DAP has the most sterling track record in championing the cause of those who are “invisible”, and its current secretary-general must keep this tradition alive.The former law minister urged Anthony Loke to ensure that Ong Ing Keong’s cries for justice do not continue to fall on deaf ears.Note:AI Voiceover

Loke must raise assault case in cabinet, says Zaid Ibrahim

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Federal Territories Dr Zaliha Mustafa has hit back at PAS Youth over one of their delegate's comments about the sinkhole incident in Jalan Masjid India in Kuala Lumpur.She cited the great flood during the time of prophet Noah and asked if it would be appropriate to describe the floods in Kelantan as divine retribution as well.Zaliha also urged PAS to learn how to become a more constructive opposition instead of using religion as a tool.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department Federal Territories Dr Zaliha Mustafa has hit back at PAS Youth over one of their delegate's comments about the sinkhole incident in Jalan Masjid India in Kuala Lumpur.She cited the great flood during the time of prophet Noah and asked if it would be appropriate to describe the floods in Kelantan as divine retribution as well.Zaliha also urged PAS to learn how to become a more constructive opposition instead of using religion as a tool.

Dr Zaliha: Is it appropriate to say floods in Kelantan were divine retribution?

Perlis mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin has claimed that the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) was slow to act on issues of aqidah (faith) deviation involving Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holding (GISBH).Asri claimed that a group of researchers had earlier presented issues related to GISBH to Jakim, but they failed to take any action.GISBH has previously commented on the issue and denied running the welfare homes raided by police or abusing children under their care.Video source: https://www.tiktok.com/@promediatajdidofficial/video/7413746773195328789?lang=en

Perlis mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin has claimed that the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) was slow to act on issues of aqidah (faith) deviation involving Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holding (GISBH).Asri claimed that a group of researchers had earlier presented issues related to GISBH to Jakim, but they failed to take any action.GISBH has previously commented on the issue and denied running the welfare homes raided by police or abusing children under their care.Video source: https://www.tiktok.com/@promediatajdidofficial/video/7413746773195328789?lang=en

Perlis mufti claims Jakim was briefed about GISBH

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has proposed Human Resources Minister Steven Sim as the new state chairperson, while Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying will continue as the state secretary.The development comes after the incumbent state chairperson and Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced his decision not to contest the upcoming Penang DAP election on Sept 22.According to a report, Loke said Sim would be suited to take over the state chairperson position, while Hui Ying is a fit for her present role as the Penang DAP secretary.

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has proposed Human Resources Minister Steven Sim as the new state chairperson, while Deputy Finance Minister Lim Hui Ying will continue as the state secretary.The development comes after the incumbent state chairperson and Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced his decision not to contest the upcoming Penang DAP election on Sept 22.According to a report, Loke said Sim would be suited to take over the state chairperson position, while Hui Ying is a fit for her present role as the Penang DAP secretary.

Loke expresses support for Steven Sim to lead Penang DAP

Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor today stressed that he has never imagined nor is ready to be a prime minister.This comes after several PAS Youth delegates to the party’s annual muktamar in Temerloh, Pahang mentioned his name to a news portal as one of the party leaders they believe can lead the country.

Kedah Menteri Besar Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor today stressed that he has never imagined nor is ready to be a prime minister.This comes after several PAS Youth delegates to the party’s annual muktamar in Temerloh, Pahang mentioned his name to a news portal as one of the party leaders they believe can lead the country.

Find someone else, says Sanusi on being PM

PAS election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has responded to questions on a suggestion for the party's youth leaders to marry non-Malays to gain their votes.In a press conference today, he said perhaps the suggestion was only the delegates way of hyping up the atmosphere.Sanusi also agreed with criticisms against the idea, saying Muslims should commit whatever they do, including marriage, because of Allah.

PAS election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor has responded to questions on a suggestion for the party's youth leaders to marry non-Malays to gain their votes.In a press conference today, he said perhaps the suggestion was only the delegates way of hyping up the atmosphere.Sanusi also agreed with criticisms against the idea, saying Muslims should commit whatever they do, including marriage, because of Allah.

Sanusi responds to suggestion of marrying for votes

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has lodged a police report against PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.This is after Tuan Ibrahim remarked that when Chinese or Indians speak their mother tongues, Malays would buruk sangka (have bad assumptions).“His statement is not only inaccurate but is also racist and could potentially divide Malaysia’s multiracial society,” said Lim.Note:AI Voiceover

Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng has lodged a police report against PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man.This is after Tuan Ibrahim remarked that when Chinese or Indians speak their mother tongues, Malays would buruk sangka (have bad assumptions).“His statement is not only inaccurate but is also racist and could potentially divide Malaysia’s multiracial society,” said Lim. Note:AI Voiceover

Lip Eng lodges police report against Tuan Ibrahim over 'buruk sangka' remarks

Police said at least 13 children rescued in raids on 20 welfare homes are believed to have been sodomised.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said this while providing an update on the police’s ongoing ‘Ops Global’.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=2653430571525760

Police said at least 13 children rescued in raids on 20 welfare homes are believed to have been sodomised.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said this while providing an update on the police’s ongoing ‘Ops Global’.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=2653430571525760

IGP: 13 children saved from welfare homes are believed to have been sodomised

Several leaders in the federal government have condemned a proposal to use cross-cultural marriages as a means for PAS to garner support from non-Malay voters.Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki emphasised the sanctity of marriage, saying it is a sacred union before Allah and should not be used as a tool for political gain.

Several leaders in the federal government have condemned a proposal to use cross-cultural marriages as a means for PAS to garner support from non-Malay voters.Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki emphasised the sanctity of marriage, saying it is a sacred union before Allah and should not be used as a tool for political gain.

Marriage is sacred, it shouldn't be used a political tool, says Asyraf

Seputeh MP Teresa Kok, who is under a police probe over her statement on halal certification, met the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) and Halal Development Corporation (HDC) yesterday.Kok met Jakim and HDC officials in Parliament while attending a meeting of the parliamentary special select committee on finance and economy of which she is a member.Note:AI Voiceover

Seputeh MP Teresa Kok, who is under a police probe over her statement on halal certification, met the Islamic Development Department (Jakim) and Halal Development Corporation (HDC) yesterday.Kok met Jakim and HDC officials in Parliament while attending a meeting of the parliamentary special select committee on finance and economy of which she is a member.Note:AI Voiceover

Halal cert polemic was due to misunderstanding by various parties, says Teresa

PAS Youth passed a motion today calling Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to resign or be removed from office as soon as possible.Tambun PAS Youth delegate Abdul Abidi Mohd Maznan brought and presented the motion before it was debated and unanimously approved.Abidi also laid out four reasons that formed the basis of the motion.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/tvpaspusat/videos/1553048795288778

PAS Youth passed a motion today calling Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to resign or be removed from office as soon as possible.Tambun PAS Youth delegate Abdul Abidi Mohd Maznan brought and presented the motion before it was debated and unanimously approved.Abidi also laid out four reasons that formed the basis of the motion.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/tvpaspusat/videos/1553048795288778

PAS Youth adopts motion calling for Anwar to resign immediately

PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden said the remarks by a delegate at the party's youth wing muktamar on mixed-race marriages for the party to get non-Malay support is the delegates personal view.“That’s his view as a delegate in the muktamar. He has the right to express his opinion," he said.“It doesn’t necessarily become a decision. That’s just his view,” said the Alor Setar MP during a press conference after the PAS Youth muktamar in Temerloh, Pahang, this evening.

PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden said the remarks by a delegate at the party's youth wing muktamar on mixed-race marriages for the party to get non-Malay support is the delegates personal view.“That’s his view as a delegate in the muktamar. He has the right to express his opinion," he said.“It doesn’t necessarily become a decision. That’s just his view,” said the Alor Setar MP during a press conference after the PAS Youth muktamar in Temerloh, Pahang, this evening.

That's the delegate's opinion, says PAS Youth chief on marriage for votes suggestion

[KiniNews] Seputeh DAP Youth chief Joel Jalleh has questioned the authorities on why DAP MP Teresa Kok was the only one being investigated over her remarks on the halal certification issue.“Why the double standards? Others who have raised and amplified this issue were not called in either,” he said at a press conference outside of the Sri Petaling police station today.Joel, who was flanked by three other DAP members, said this after lodging a police report against Umno Youth chief Akmal Saleh over his remarks on Kok over the issue.In a separate story, Selangor PAS Youth secretary Aubidullah Fahim Ibrahim has suggested that PAS Youth leaders should take wives from different races and cultures to get non-Malay votes.Meanwhile, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden has urged members of the party's youth wing to start learning vernacular languages to help the party get closer to non-Malay communities.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Seputeh DAP Youth chief Joel Jalleh has questioned the authorities on why DAP MP Teresa Kok was the only one being investigated over her remarks on the halal certification issue.“Why the double standards? Others who have raised and amplified this issue were not called in either,” he said at a press conference outside of the Sri Petaling police station today.Joel, who was flanked by three other DAP members, said this after lodging a police report against Umno Youth chief Akmal Saleh over his remarks on Kok over the issue.In a separate story, Selangor PAS Youth secretary Aubidullah Fahim Ibrahim has suggested that PAS Youth leaders should take wives from different races and cultures to get non-Malay votes.Meanwhile, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden has urged members of the party's youth wing to start learning vernacular languages to help the party get closer to non-Malay communities.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Seputeh DAP files reports against Akmal, questions probe; PAS Youth focuses on non-Malays

PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang's full speech at the closing of the PAS Youth wing muktamar in Termerloh, Pahang today.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/6oHLThsLUmRGD84B/

PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang's full speech at the closing of the PAS Youth wing muktamar in Termerloh, Pahang today.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/6oHLThsLUmRGD84B/

[Full video] Abdul Hadi Awang's speech at PAS Youth wing muktamar

Amanah president Mohamad Sabu dodged questions about a party colleague calling out the government over its inaction on the assault case of a deaf e-hailing driver.This comes after Amanah supreme council member Mohamed Hanipa Maidin said that if he were party president, he would call for an extraordinary general meeting to review the party’s stand in the coalition government.

Amanah president Mohamad Sabu dodged questions about a party colleague calling out the government over its inaction on the assault case of a deaf e-hailing driver.This comes after Amanah supreme council member Mohamed Hanipa Maidin said that if he were party president, he would call for an extraordinary general meeting to review the party’s stand in the coalition government.

Mat Sabu dodges question on Hanipa's remarks

The man who has an ongoing sexual assault lawsuit against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim now faces a criminal charge of trafficking 305g of cannabis last Friday.Muhammed Yusoff Rawther was charged before the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate’s Court today with drug trafficking in front of the Kuala Lumpur contingent police headquarters surau.

The man who has an ongoing sexual assault lawsuit against Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim now faces a criminal charge of trafficking 305g of cannabis last Friday.Muhammed Yusoff Rawther was charged before the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate’s Court today with drug trafficking in front of the Kuala Lumpur contingent police headquarters surau.

Anwar's former aide Yusoff Rawther charged with trafficking cannabis

Azwan Ali has urged popular radio station Hot FM to apologise after two of its hosts were seen laughing at former minister Khairy Jamaluddin after he appeared to mock Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on air.The vocal celebrity, also known as Diva AA, pointed out that it was improper for radio hosts to make fun of the nation’s leader.

Azwan Ali has urged popular radio station Hot FM to apologise after two of its hosts were seen laughing at former minister Khairy Jamaluddin after he appeared to mock Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on air.The vocal celebrity, also known as Diva AA, pointed out that it was improper for radio hosts to make fun of the nation’s leader.

Hot FM should apologise to Anwar, says Azwan Ali

Members of the PAS Youth wing have been urged to start learning vernacular languages to help the party get closer to non-Malay communities.Its chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden said the ability to converse in Mandarin and Tamil can be a powerful tool for PAS members in wooing support from non-Malay voters.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1553048795288778&rdid=l3xWwcYwMZMa11mQ

Members of the PAS Youth wing have been urged to start learning vernacular languages to help the party get closer to non-Malay communities.Its chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden said the ability to converse in Mandarin and Tamil can be a powerful tool for PAS members in wooing support from non-Malay voters.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1553048795288778&rdid=l3xWwcYwMZMa11mQ

PAS Youth chief: Learn other languages to get closer to non-Malay voters

A PAS Youth delegate at the wing's 65th muktamar has suggested that PAS Youth leaders take wives from different races and cultures to get non-Malay votes.Selangor PAS Youth secretary Aubidullah Fahim Ibrahim said such a tactic can win the party 10 or even hundreds of supporters.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/6oHLThsLUmRGD84B/

A PAS Youth delegate at the wing's 65th muktamar has suggested that PAS Youth leaders take wives from different races and cultures to get non-Malay votes.Selangor PAS Youth secretary Aubidullah Fahim Ibrahim said such a tactic can win the party 10 or even hundreds of supporters.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/6oHLThsLUmRGD84B/

Marry non-Malays, we can get 10 or even hundreds of votes - S'gor PAS Youth

Seputeh DAP Youth chief Joel Jalleh has questioned the authorities on why DAP MP Teresa Kok was the only one being investigated over her remarks on the halal certification issue.“The video released by (Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad) Akmal Saleh has created misunderstandings among Malaysians concerning 3R (race, religion and royalty) matters, yet police have not summoned him," he said.

Seputeh DAP Youth chief Joel Jalleh has questioned the authorities on why DAP MP Teresa Kok was the only one being investigated over her remarks on the halal certification issue.“The video released by (Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad) Akmal Saleh has created misunderstandings among Malaysians concerning 3R (race, religion and royalty) matters, yet police have not summoned him," he said.

Seputeh DAP Youth lodges police report against Akmal Saleh

Livid that justice remains elusive in the case of Ong Ing Keong, the deaf e-hailing driver assaulted by a member of the police, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin did not conceal his frustration and disappointment with the coalition government.Putting himself in the shoes of the Amanah president, the former deputy minister in charge of legal affairs during the Pakatan Harapan administration made it clear that he would not hesitate to press for an extraordinary general meeting (EGM).

Livid that justice remains elusive in the case of Ong Ing Keong, the deaf e-hailing driver assaulted by a member of the police, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin did not conceal his frustration and disappointment with the coalition government.Putting himself in the shoes of the Amanah president, the former deputy minister in charge of legal affairs during the Pakatan Harapan administration made it clear that he would not hesitate to press for an extraordinary general meeting (EGM).

If I were Amanah chief, I would press for EGM to stay or quit govt, says Hanipa

The police are reworking the investigation paper on an assault case allegedly involving a member of the Pahang royalty and will submit it again soon.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said that police had already submitted the paper to the Attorney-General’s Chambers but it was returned to the police for further investigation.

The police are reworking the investigation paper on an assault case allegedly involving a member of the Pahang royalty and will submit it again soon.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said that police had already submitted the paper to the Attorney-General’s Chambers but it was returned to the police for further investigation.

IGP: Police will resubmit papers on royalty assault case to AGC in a few days

A survey by Merdeka Center has shown that there is a rising sense of discrimination in the country, going up to nearly 60% among Chinese and Indian youths.So what do youths think about the issue? Have they faced any form of discrimination before? What do they want to be changed or to be implemented? We went out to get the youth's views on the matter.

A survey by Merdeka Center has shown that there is a rising sense of discrimination in the country, going up to nearly 60% among Chinese and Indian youths.So what do youths think about the issue? Have they faced any form of discrimination before? What do they want to be changed or to be implemented? We went out to get the youth's views on the matter.

[Voxpop] Indian youths facing rising discrimination? Youths share thoughts, experiences

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim has suggested that PAS Youth increase their engagement with their non-Muslim friends, including those from NGOs, and organise trips to Kelantan and Terengganu so they can see for themselves the life of non-Muslims in these states.Speaking at the launch of PAS Youth’s muktamar in Temerloh, Pahang, Tuan Ibrahim told delegates to get closer to non-Muslim voters and win back their trust.He claimed non-Muslims shunned PAS due to lies spread by political opponents and they should show them the reality of life under PAS leadership.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100068600332262/videos/1193854975189475

PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim has suggested that PAS Youth increase their engagement with their non-Muslim friends, including those from NGOs, and organise trips to Kelantan and Terengganu so they can see for themselves the life of non-Muslims in these states.Speaking at the launch of PAS Youth’s muktamar in Temerloh, Pahang, Tuan Ibrahim told delegates to get closer to non-Muslim voters and win back their trust.He claimed non-Muslims shunned PAS due to lies spread by political opponents and they should show them the reality of life under PAS leadership.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100068600332262/videos/1193854975189475

PAS needs to increase engagement with non-Muslims to win, says Tuan Ibrahim

PAS Youth has mocked the unity government in Putrajaya for being disunited.In a press conference today, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden cited the letter of demand that Seputeh MP Teresa Kok sent to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh as an example.He claimed they don’t care about unity among themselves and questioned how they would foster unity among the people.

PAS Youth has mocked the unity government in Putrajaya for being disunited.In a press conference today, PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden cited the letter of demand that Seputeh MP Teresa Kok sent to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh as an example.He claimed they don’t care about unity among themselves and questioned how they would foster unity among the people.

'There is no unity within the unity government itself' - PAS Youth chief

[KiniNews] DAP MP Teresa Kok has issued a letter of demand to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his remarks about her regarding the halal certification issue and sought RM25 million in damages.In the notice sent by her counsel Sankara Nair and Partners, Kok also demanded Akmal to pay for all legal costs and expenses that arise with the suit.In reply to Kok’s legal notice, Akmal said he would face her in court.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin's four abuse of power charges linked to the Jana Wibawa programme stays in place.The Court of Appeal this morning dismissed the Pagoh MP's application for a review of its earlier decision to reinstate the criminal charges.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] DAP MP Teresa Kok has issued a letter of demand to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his remarks about her regarding the halal certification issue and sought RM25 million in damages.In the notice sent by her counsel Sankara Nair and Partners, Kok also demanded Akmal to pay for all legal costs and expenses that arise with the suit.In reply to Kok’s legal notice, Akmal said he would face her in court.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin's four abuse of power charges linked to the Jana Wibawa programme stays in place.The Court of Appeal this morning dismissed the Pagoh MP's application for a review of its earlier decision to reinstate the criminal charges.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: No surrender, says Akmal on Teresa Kok's LOD; Muhyiddin's 4 power abuse charges remain

Bersatu secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin expressed his disappointment with the Court of Appeal’s decision to retain four abuse of power charges against former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin.Calling it a case of political prosecution, Hamzah said it is disappointing but they will discuss the matter and leave it to the wisdom of their lawyers to decide the next step.

Bersatu secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin expressed his disappointment with the Court of Appeal’s decision to retain four abuse of power charges against former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin.Calling it a case of political prosecution, Hamzah said it is disappointing but they will discuss the matter and leave it to the wisdom of their lawyers to decide the next step.

Hamzah: Court decision disappointing, we leave it to lawyers to decide next step

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Mohd Na’im Mokhtar has been requested to present a report on the mandatory halal certification proposal to the cabinet next week.Fahmi said issues surrounding halal certificates were discussed from time to time but any proposed policies must be presented in the cabinet meeting.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Mohd Na’im Mokhtar has been requested to present a report on the mandatory halal certification proposal to the cabinet next week.Fahmi said issues surrounding halal certificates were discussed from time to time but any proposed policies must be presented in the cabinet meeting.

Fahmi: Religious affairs minister to present halal cert report to cabinet next week

DAP MP Teresa Kok has issued a letter of demand to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his remarks about her regarding the halal certification issue and sought RM25 million in damages.In the notice sent by her counsel Sankara Nair and Partners, Kok also demanded Akmal to pay for all legal costs and expenses that arise with the suit.

DAP MP Teresa Kok has issued a letter of demand to Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh over his remarks about her regarding the halal certification issue and sought RM25 million in damages.In the notice sent by her counsel Sankara Nair and Partners, Kok also demanded Akmal to pay for all legal costs and expenses that arise with the suit.

Teresa Kok sends LOD to Akmal, seeks RM25m in damages

Muhammed Yusoff Rawther has been remanded for alleged firearms and drug possession.According to his lawyer Rafique Rashid, the Kuala Lumpur police detained the former aide to Anwar at around 9.30am on Sept 6.

Muhammed Yusoff Rawther has been remanded for alleged firearms and drug possession.According to his lawyer Rafique Rashid, the Kuala Lumpur police detained the former aide to Anwar at around 9.30am on Sept 6.

Yusoff Rawther remanded for alleged guns, drug possession

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim offered words of wisdom to former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin if he has ambitions to helm Putrajaya, that is to take a page from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s playbook.Zaid suggested that Khairy's cautious approach may hinder his chances of reaching the prime minister seat.

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim offered words of wisdom to former Umno Youth chief Khairy Jamaluddin if he has ambitions to helm Putrajaya, that is to take a page from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s playbook.Zaid suggested that Khairy's cautious approach may hinder his chances of reaching the prime minister seat.

Khairy has to learn a few things from Anwar if he wants to be PM, says Zaid

PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan has commented on the remarks by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok against a proposal to make halal certification mandatory for pork and alcohol-free eateries and food-related businesses.He said PAS supports Kok's right to voice her opinions but emphasised that she should have been more careful in her remarks and ensure that they do not cause tensions.In defending the proposed mandatory certification, Takiyuddin said there had been numerous instances where the absence of clear halal certification had caused distrust and suspicion among the public.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718800

PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan has commented on the remarks by Seputeh MP Teresa Kok against a proposal to make halal certification mandatory for pork and alcohol-free eateries and food-related businesses.He said PAS supports Kok's right to voice her opinions but emphasised that she should have been more careful in her remarks and ensure that they do not cause tensions.In defending the proposed mandatory certification, Takiyuddin said there had been numerous instances where the absence of clear halal certification had caused distrust and suspicion among the public. Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718800

Takiyuddin responds to Teresa Kok over halal cert remarks

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The Court of Appeal this morning dismissed the Pagoh MP Muhyiddin Yassin's application for a review of its earlier decision to reinstate four abuse of power charges linked to the Jana Wibawa programme.A five-person appellate bench chaired by judge Azizah Nawawi ruled that its earlier decision was valid.The Perikatan Nasional chairperson's abuse of power case involving RM232.5 million is linked to the programme for the empowerment of competent Bumiputera contractors.

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Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal expressed his displeasure over how talks between the government and the opposition are going, regarding securing allocations for their constituencies.The Bersatu leader also stated that he cannot speak about the matter for now and that party secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin would issue a statement on the party’s stand soon.

Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal expressed his displeasure over how talks between the government and the opposition are going, regarding securing allocations for their constituencies. The Bersatu leader also stated that he cannot speak about the matter for now and that party secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin would issue a statement on the party’s stand soon.

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Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal announced that he would contest for a supreme council seat in the upcoming party polls scheduled for next month.The Machang MP said he made the decision as he had crossed the age limit for the youth chief post.

Bersatu Youth chief Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal announced that he would contest for a supreme council seat in the upcoming party polls scheduled for next month.The Machang MP said he made the decision as he had crossed the age limit for the youth chief post.

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[KiniNews] In defending her views over the halal certification issue, Seputeh MP Teresa Kok has responded to why she didn't bring the matter through internal channels as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim suggested.“It’s because the earlier statement from Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Islamic Affairs) Mohd Na’im Mokhtar had already courted displeasure from several quarters," she said.“That is why if you look at my social media, I urged the government to review this proposal because I knew it would cause problems, especially for small restaurant operators because the (halal) certification process takes a lot of time and involves additional costs," she said at a press conference after giving her statement to the police today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has questioned whether there are elements of double standards involved in the police probe against Teresa Kok.The PKR lawmaker pointed out that Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for religious affairs Mohd Na’im Mokhtar was first to court “controversy” by announcing the matter without cabinet approval, and Kok merely responded to it.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIaNote:The title of the first story on Teresa Kok had an error and has been updated below to better reflect her remarks.- No opportunity to raise halal cert views via internal channels - Teresa

[KiniNews] In defending her views over the halal certification issue, Seputeh MP Teresa Kok has responded to why she didn't bring the matter through internal channels as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim suggested.“It’s because the earlier statement from Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Islamic Affairs) Mohd Na’im Mokhtar had already courted displeasure from several quarters," she said.“That is why if you look at my social media, I urged the government to review this proposal because I knew it would cause problems, especially for small restaurant operators because the (halal) certification process takes a lot of time and involves additional costs," she said at a press conference after giving her statement to the police today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has questioned whether there are elements of double standards involved in the police probe against Teresa Kok.The PKR lawmaker pointed out that Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for religious affairs Mohd Na’im Mokhtar was first to court “controversy” by announcing the matter without cabinet approval, and Kok merely responded to it.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa Note:The title of the first story on Teresa Kok had an error and has been updated below to better reflect her remarks.- No opportunity to raise halal cert views via internal channels - Teresa

#KiniNews: Teresa questioned over halal cert issue, explains remarks; Is there double standards? -MP

Academic Tajuddin Rasdi believes that DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok could have exercised a “little more wisdom” when commenting on the halal certification matter.Tajuddin said instead of voicing out her views on the halal certification proposal, Kok could have let a Muslim DAP lawmaker or leader do so, or make a joint statement with others.As for Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, Tajuddin, who was critical of the latter when the KK Mart fireworks erupted earlier in the year, did not mince his words.Note:AI Voiceover

Academic Tajuddin Rasdi believes that DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok could have exercised a “little more wisdom” when commenting on the halal certification matter.Tajuddin said instead of voicing out her views on the halal certification proposal, Kok could have let a Muslim DAP lawmaker or leader do so, or make a joint statement with others.As for Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, Tajuddin, who was critical of the latter when the KK Mart fireworks erupted earlier in the year, did not mince his words.Note:AI Voiceover

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A Hot FM radio show featuring former Umno leader Khairy Jamaluddin has landed in the spotlight after some claimed that it appeared to be mocking Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Some netizens have even called for a boycott of the popular Malay language station.This is after a clip was posted on TikTok, showing Khairy quipping that if he won Berita Harian’s upcoming Anugerah Bintang Popular award, he would treat everyone to a meal.

A Hot FM radio show featuring former Umno leader Khairy Jamaluddin has landed in the spotlight after some claimed that it appeared to be mocking Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Some netizens have even called for a boycott of the popular Malay language station.This is after a clip was posted on TikTok, showing Khairy quipping that if he won Berita Harian’s upcoming Anugerah Bintang Popular award, he would treat everyone to a meal.

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