[KiniNews] MACC today confirmed that it is investigating former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Its chief commissioner Azam Baki told a press conference that orders issued by MACC to Mahathir’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan to declare their assets were related to the probe.“It was following this probe against him that his two sons were implicated, where we have issued notices under Section 36 of the MACC Act to the sons asking them to declare their wealth,” said Azam.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] MACC today confirmed that it is investigating former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.Its chief commissioner Azam Baki told a press conference that orders issued by MACC to Mahathir’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan to declare their assets were related to the probe.“It was following this probe against him that his two sons were implicated, where we have issued notices under Section 36 of the MACC Act to the sons asking them to declare their wealth,” said Azam.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: MACC confirms Dr M under investigation; Lokman tells MCA to decide their position in govt

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil expressed his disappointment that Universiti Malaya (UM) invited a foreign academic who had made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.Fahmi said that such incidents should not happen at UM as the university is an institute of higher learning that is the place of study for many of the country's top leaders.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil expressed his disappointment that Universiti Malaya (UM) invited a foreign academic who had made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.Fahmi said that such incidents should not happen at UM as the university is an institute of higher learning that is the place of study for many of the country's top leaders.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

Fahmi disappointed with UM's action of inviting professor who delivered pro-Israel speech

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is tracking down individuals involved in the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to edit photographs to humiliate social media users, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said the move is to enable strict action to be taken and ensure the safety of online users, especially children.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is tracking down individuals involved in the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) technology to edit photographs to humiliate social media users, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said the move is to enable strict action to be taken and ensure the safety of online users, especially children.Video source:https://fb.watch/rFOe_-8ab4/

MCMC tracking down individuals misusing AI, says Fahmi

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed a report claiming the government was considering to build a casino in Forest City, Johor.“The casino (idea)…not true…not true...it’s a lie,” he said briefly when met after an open house event jointly held by the Communications and Housing and Local Government Ministries.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed a report claiming the government was considering to build a casino in Forest City, Johor.“The casino (idea)…not true…not true...it’s a lie,” he said briefly when met after an open house event jointly held by the Communications and Housing and Local Government Ministries.

It's not true, says Anwar on claims of a casino licence for Forest City

Universiti Malaya has apologised for the incident involving US-based academic Bruce Gilley, who made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.UM also pledged to improve its procedures and guidelines in vetting individuals it works with in the future.

Universiti Malaya has apologised for the incident involving US-based academic Bruce Gilley, who made several pro-Israel remarks during a recent speech at its campus.UM also pledged to improve its procedures and guidelines in vetting individuals it works with in the future.

UM apologises over pro-Israel speech incident

The remand order for the son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been extended until tomorrow to facilitate investigations into a case of producing falsified documents to make RM600,000 in claims since 2022.Four other suspects have also had their remand periods extended until tomorrow, while a civil servant in the State Secretary’s Office who was previously remanded has been released after investigations against him concluded.

The remand order for the son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli has been extended until tomorrow to facilitate investigations into a case of producing falsified documents to make RM600,000 in claims since 2022.Four other suspects have also had their remand periods extended until tomorrow, while a civil servant in the State Secretary’s Office who was previously remanded has been released after investigations against him concluded.

Court extends remand for 5, including Perlis MB's son

Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.“If they (MCA) want to be treated fairly, they must also contribute to strengthening the unity government," he said.

Umno supreme council member Lokman Noor Adam has urged MCA to make a decision on its position in the coalition government.This was after the BN component party decided to sit out of the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.“If they (MCA) want to be treated fairly, they must also contribute to strengthening the unity government," he said.

Lokman: MCA has to make a decision on whether they want to continue being part of govt

The Higher Education Ministry has cancelled all programmes and activities involving a US-based academic who made several pro-Israel remarks during a speech at Universiti Malaya (UM).“I have also instructed UM to probe the matter and provide the ministry with details,” said its minister Zambry Abdul Kadir.On April 23, Portland State University’s political science professor Bruce Gilley accused local politicians of advocating for a second Holocaust against the Jews during a speech at UM.

The Higher Education Ministry has cancelled all programmes and activities involving a US-based academic who made several pro-Israel remarks during a speech at Universiti Malaya (UM).“I have also instructed UM to probe the matter and provide the ministry with details,” said its minister Zambry Abdul Kadir.On April 23, Portland State University’s political science professor Bruce Gilley accused local politicians of advocating for a second Holocaust against the Jews during a speech at UM.

MOHE cancels US don’s programmes over pro-Israel speech, orders probe

A defeat in the upcoming by-election would force Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his coalition to return to the drawing board instead of riding on the notion that non-Malays and liberal Malaysians have no other option, said Wong Chin Huat. The political scientist said this notion had also contributed to the government's inaction or slow response to ethno-religious controversies like the one involving KK Mart.

A defeat in the upcoming by-election would force Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his coalition to return to the drawing board instead of riding on the notion that non-Malays and liberal Malaysians have no other option, said Wong Chin Huat. The political scientist said this notion had also contributed to the government's inaction or slow response to ethno-religious controversies like the one involving KK Mart.

Polls defeat will force Anwar, Harapan back to drawing board, says expert

[KiniNews] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli's son is one of six individuals remanded by the MACC to assist in an investigation involving the submission of false documents and claims totaling RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following the MACC's request to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act.Sources indicate that among the detained are two civil servants from the MB’s Office and the State Secretary's Office, alongside contractors and company owners.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police are on the hunt for three men suspected of setting a kitten on fire at a motorcycle parking area in Sungai Ramal Baru, Kajang.Kajang police chief Mohd Zaid Hassan confirmed that the disturbing incident was captured on CCTV cameras.According to Hassan, a 63-year-old woman filed a police report, stating that the incident occurred around 1 pm on Monday.CCTV footage revealed two of the men pouring fuel on the kitten before igniting it.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli's son is one of six individuals remanded by the MACC to assist in an investigation involving the submission of false documents and claims totaling RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following the MACC's request to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act.Sources indicate that among the detained are two civil servants from the MB’s Office and the State Secretary's Office, alongside contractors and company owners.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police are on the hunt for three men suspected of setting a kitten on fire at a motorcycle parking area in Sungai Ramal Baru, Kajang.Kajang police chief Mohd Zaid Hassan confirmed that the disturbing incident was captured on CCTV cameras.According to Hassan, a 63-year-old woman filed a police report, stating that the incident occurred around 1 pm on Monday.CCTV footage revealed two of the men pouring fuel on the kitten before igniting it.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Perlis MB’s son nabbed by MACC, cops hunt Kajang ‘pyromaniacs’ in kitten incident

A McDonald’s billboard in Sungai Petani, Kedah, has become the latest vandalism target by proponents of a boycott campaign against Israel-linked entities.The signboard - announcing an upcoming McDonald’s drive-thru facility at the district - was found spray-painted with the words “Boikot Pembunuh” and “Darah Palestin di tangan kamu”.Police had since received a report and opened an investigation under Section 427 of the Penal Code for mischief.

A McDonald’s billboard in Sungai Petani, Kedah, has become the latest vandalism target by proponents of a boycott campaign against Israel-linked entities.The signboard - announcing an upcoming McDonald’s drive-thru facility at the district - was found spray-painted with the words “Boikot Pembunuh” and “Darah Palestin di tangan kamu”.Police had since received a report and opened an investigation under Section 427 of the Penal Code for mischief.

McDonald’s billboard in Sungai Petani vandalised

The son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli is among six individuals remanded to assist in a MACC investigation linked to the submission of false documents and claims involving RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following a request from the MACC to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009.

The son of Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli is among six individuals remanded to assist in a MACC investigation linked to the submission of false documents and claims involving RM600,000 over the past two years.Magistrate Ana Rozana Mohd Nor granted the remand order for all suspects starting today until tomorrow following a request from the MACC to conduct investigations under Section 18 of the MACC Act 2009.

Perlis MB's son, 5 others arrested over RM600,000 false claims

Indera Mahkota MP Saifuddin Abdullah has suggested a special parliamentary sitting to oversee the appointment of the Election Committee (EC) chairperson and the implementation of the Parliamentary Services Act (PSA).Saifuddin proposed the special meeting to take place before the June sitting of Dewan Rakyat.“My suggestion is to hold it after the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election,” he said during a forum held at Bersih’s office on Tuesday night.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Indera Mahkota MP Saifuddin Abdullah has suggested a special parliamentary sitting to oversee the appointment of the Election Committee (EC) chairperson and the implementation of the Parliamentary Services Act (PSA).Saifuddin proposed the special meeting to take place before the June sitting of Dewan Rakyat.“My suggestion is to hold it after the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election,” he said during a forum held at Bersih’s office on Tuesday night.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Saifuddin: Govt should hold special Parliament sitting to discuss EC chair appointment

In line with their #Reformasi100percent campaign, electoral watchdog Bersih has released recommendations to amend the Election Offences Act 1954.The report, authored by Asraf Sharafi, New Sin Yew, and Benjamin Wei, proposes amending 19 out of 40 sections, introducing four new sections and sub-sections, and creating four new descriptions for the law.During a briefing about the report, Asraf explained that it was based on engagement conducted between 2019 and 2021 with various agencies, including the election commissioner, Electoral Reform Committee, and political parties, to modernise the law.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

In line with their #Reformasi100percent campaign, electoral watchdog Bersih has released recommendations to amend the Election Offences Act 1954.The report, authored by Asraf Sharafi, New Sin Yew, and Benjamin Wei, proposes amending 19 out of 40 sections, introducing four new sections and sub-sections, and creating four new descriptions for the law.During a briefing about the report, Asraf explained that it was based on engagement conducted between 2019 and 2021 with various agencies, including the election commissioner, Electoral Reform Committee, and political parties, to modernise the law.Video source:https://fb.watch/rEjckDUbxX/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Bersih releases reccomendations for fairer polls

MCA president Wee Ka Siong has questioned the need for his party to assist DAP in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election as the latter often insulted them.Taking the matter to TikTok, Wee said that given DAP's long record of insulting his party, he doubted MCA should assist DAP.

MCA president Wee Ka Siong has questioned the need for his party to assist DAP in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election as the latter often insulted them.Taking the matter to TikTok, Wee said that given DAP's long record of insulting his party, he doubted MCA should assist DAP.

Wee: After all the insults, DAP now asking MCA to work together in KKB polls

The suspect in the KLIA shooting case, Hafizul Hawari, 38, claimed trial to seven charges brought against him today. The court did not allow the accused to be bailed for the first three possession charges but allowed bail of RM20,000 for the remaining four charges.The court also allowed the accused to be remanded in Sungai Buloh Prison and set May 23 as the next case management date.

The suspect in the KLIA shooting case, Hafizul Hawari, 38, claimed trial to seven charges brought against him today. The court did not allow the accused to be bailed for the first three possession charges but allowed bail of RM20,000 for the remaining four charges.The court also allowed the accused to be remanded in Sungai Buloh Prison and set May 23 as the next case management date.

KLIA shooter denied bail for firearms possession charge

Most former detainees from the 1987 Ops Lalang, interviewed by Malaysiakini, support former Court of Appeal judge Hishamudin Yunus' recent call for the government to apologise for their detention under the I-S-A.Among those in agreement is Parti Sosialis Malaysia leader and labour activist Dr. Nasir Hashim, who emphasised that despite the years passed, the scars of cruelty, violence, and injustice remain fresh.

Most former detainees from the 1987 Ops Lalang, interviewed by Malaysiakini, support former Court of Appeal judge Hishamudin Yunus' recent call for the government to apologise for their detention under the I-S-A.Among those in agreement is Parti Sosialis Malaysia leader and labour activist Dr. Nasir Hashim, who emphasised that despite the years passed, the scars of cruelty, violence, and injustice remain fresh.

Ops Lalang victims echo call for government apology

Police are tracking down three men suspected of burning a kitten at a motorcycle parking area of the Sri Kenari Flats in Sungai Ramal Baru, Kajang yesterday. Kajang police chief Mohd Zaid Hassan said that the incident was captured on CCTV cameras.He said a 63-year-old woman lodged a police report at 10.51am today regarding the incident and police checks on the CCTV footage found that the incident occurred around 1pm yesterday.

Police are tracking down three men suspected of burning a kitten at a motorcycle parking area of the Sri Kenari Flats in Sungai Ramal Baru, Kajang yesterday. Kajang police chief Mohd Zaid Hassan said that the incident was captured on CCTV cameras.He said a 63-year-old woman lodged a police report at 10.51am today regarding the incident and police checks on the CCTV footage found that the incident occurred around 1pm yesterday.

Justice for kitty: Suspects sought after kitten set on fire in Kajang

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has advised Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to focus on his duties as Kedah menteri besar instead of meddling in the political affairs of other states.Speaking to reporters today, Fahmi described the Perikatan Nasional election director as someone who talks more than actually doing his job.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has advised Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor to focus on his duties as Kedah menteri besar instead of meddling in the political affairs of other states.Speaking to reporters today, Fahmi described the Perikatan Nasional election director as someone who talks more than actually doing his job.

Fahmi tells Sanusi to ‘just shut up’

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today advised Sanusi Muhammad Nor that he should focus on his duties as Kedah Menteri Besar instead of meddling in political affairs in other states.Speaking to reporters today, Fahmi described the Perikatan Nasional elections director as someone who talks more than actually doing his job.Fahmi said this in response to Sanusi's remarks yesterday that Perikatan Nasional aims to shatter the "cracked" relations between parties in the government.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil today advised Sanusi Muhammad Nor that he should focus on his duties as Kedah Menteri Besar instead of meddling in political affairs in other states.Speaking to reporters today, Fahmi described the Perikatan Nasional elections director as someone who talks more than actually doing his job.Fahmi said this in response to Sanusi's remarks yesterday that Perikatan Nasional aims to shatter the "cracked" relations between parties in the government.

Sanusi should shut up and focus on Kedah, says Fahmi

PAS vice-president Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar believes Perikatan Nasional will present the better candidate to contest in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.Speaking to reporters, he also said that several surveys have shown a decline in support in the seats held by the unity government.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/DrAhmadSamsuri/videos/631105169219154

PAS vice-president Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar believes Perikatan Nasional will present the better candidate to contest in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.Speaking to reporters, he also said that several surveys have shown a decline in support in the seats held by the unity government.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/DrAhmadSamsuri/videos/631105169219154

KKB polls: Harapan's popularity has dropped, says Samsuri

[KiniNews] Two naval helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal session at the Royal Malaysian Navy stadium in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to the navy, all 10 people on board the two aircraft were killed in the incident during a flyover training for the 90th Naval Day celebration, at 9.32am.The collision involved a Eurocopter Fennec and an AgustaWestland AW139 Maritime Operations Helicopter. Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Kuala Lumpur High Court heard a bold assertion from Najib Abdul Razak's lead defence counsel, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, stating that the 25 1MDB criminal charges against Najib are "all wrong."During today's RM2.27 billion 1MDB graft trial, Shafee raised concerns about the legality of the charges, comprising four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Two naval helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal session at the Royal Malaysian Navy stadium in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to the navy, all 10 people on board the two aircraft were killed in the incident during a flyover training for the 90th Naval Day celebration, at 9.32am.The collision involved a Eurocopter Fennec and an AgustaWestland AW139 Maritime Operations Helicopter. Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Kuala Lumpur High Court heard a bold assertion from Najib Abdul Razak's lead defence counsel, Muhammad Shafee Abdullah, stating that the 25 1MDB criminal charges against Najib are "all wrong."During today's RM2.27 billion 1MDB graft trial, Shafee raised concerns about the legality of the charges, comprising four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: 10 killed in naval chopper collision, Najib’s defence challenges legality of 1MDB charges

The 25 1MDB criminal charges against Najib Abdul Razak are “all wrong”, the Kuala Lumpur High Court heard.Najib’s lead defence counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah raised the contention during today’s RM2.27 billion 1MDB graft trial against the former prime minister, concerning four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts.

The 25 1MDB criminal charges against Najib Abdul Razak are “all wrong”, the Kuala Lumpur High Court heard.Najib’s lead defence counsel Muhammad Shafee Abdullah raised the contention during today’s RM2.27 billion 1MDB graft trial against the former prime minister, concerning four abuse of power charges and 21 money laundering counts.

‘All wrong!’ - Najib's defence challenges legality of 1MDB charges

PAS Youth has predicted that BN and Pakatan Harapan will “die together” in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.According to its chief, Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden, this is because Umno’s “power-abuse disease” has infected its coalition partner.

PAS Youth has predicted that BN and Pakatan Harapan will “die together” in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.According to its chief, Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden, this is because Umno’s “power-abuse disease” has infected its coalition partner.

PAS Youth: Umno's 'power-abuse disease' spells doom for BN, Harapan

Two armed forces helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal session in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to early information from the Perak Fire and Rescue Services Department, the incident involved a Fennec (M502-6) helicopter and a HOM (M503-3) chopper.They were rehearsing for the Royal Malaysian Navy's 90th-anniversary celebration.

Two armed forces helicopters collided in mid-air during a rehearsal session in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to early information from the Perak Fire and Rescue Services Department, the incident involved a Fennec (M502-6) helicopter and a HOM (M503-3) chopper.They were rehearsing for the Royal Malaysian Navy's 90th-anniversary celebration.

Two armed forces helicopters crash during Navy celebration prep in Lumut

The armed forces will form an investigation board to probe the helicopter collision in Lumut, Perak.Speaking to reporters, Armed Forces Chief Mohammad Ab Rahman extended his condolences to the victims’ families.

The armed forces will form an investigation board to probe the helicopter collision in Lumut, Perak.Speaking to reporters, Armed Forces Chief Mohammad Ab Rahman extended his condolences to the victims’ families.

Armed forces to launch probe on helicopter collision, offers condolences

A PKR leader has taken a swipe at former PKR vice-president N Surendran over the latter's remark that the party is now "morally dead".PKR deputy secretary-general Dr Sathia Prakash Nadarajan said Surendran, who quit the party in February, should consider joining Bersatu along with former PKR deputy president Azmin Ali.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703247

A PKR leader has taken a swipe at former PKR vice-president N Surendran over the latter's remark that the party is now "morally dead".PKR deputy secretary-general Dr Sathia Prakash Nadarajan said Surendran, who quit the party in February, should consider joining Bersatu along with former PKR deputy president Azmin Ali.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703247

Surendran should continue his 'struggle' with Azmin in Bersatu, says PKR leader

Perikatan Nasional will use the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election to shatter the “cracked” relations between parties in government.This is according to PN election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor when asked to comment on MCA and MIC's decisions not to help Pakatan Harapan in the by-election.

Perikatan Nasional will use the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election to shatter the “cracked” relations between parties in government.This is according to PN election director Muhammad Sanusi Md Nor when asked to comment on MCA and MIC's decisions not to help Pakatan Harapan in the by-election.

Sanusi: PN will shatter BN-Harapan 'cracked' relationship

Two Malaysian Armed Forces helicopters collided mid-air during a rehearsal session in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to early information from the Perak Fire and Rescue Services Department, the incident involved a Fennec (M502-6) helicopter and a HOM (M503-3) chopper - both of which were involved in a rehearsal for the Royal Malaysian Navy's 90th-anniversary celebration.Video source:https://twitter.com/Marchfoward/status/1782599776309231647

Two Malaysian Armed Forces helicopters collided mid-air during a rehearsal session in Lumut, Perak, this morning.According to early information from the Perak Fire and Rescue Services Department, the incident involved a Fennec (M502-6) helicopter and a HOM (M503-3) chopper - both of which were involved in a rehearsal for the Royal Malaysian Navy's 90th-anniversary celebration.Video source:https://twitter.com/Marchfoward/status/1782599776309231647

Two helicopters collide in mid-air at Lumut Naval Base

[KiniNews] Unlike the Perikatan Nasional government, the current administration is not willing to ruffle the feathers of the rulers, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s political aide.On the same note, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called former premier Muhyiddin Yassin, who inferred that his boss could be an “idiot”, of suffering from an “unsound mind.”Speaking to Malaysiakini, Kamil said the PN chairperson failed to comprehend the functions of the Pardons Board with regard to the debate over the prospect of jailed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak being placed under house arrest.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former PKR vice-president N Surendran did not mince words when sharing his feelings about the party’s 25th anniversary over the weekend.Pouring cold water on the milestone, he described the Anwar Ibrahim-led party as “morally dead”.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Unlike the Perikatan Nasional government, the current administration is not willing to ruffle the feathers of the rulers, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s political aide.On the same note, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called former premier Muhyiddin Yassin, who inferred that his boss could be an “idiot”, of suffering from an “unsound mind.”Speaking to Malaysiakini, Kamil said the PN chairperson failed to comprehend the functions of the Pardons Board with regard to the debate over the prospect of jailed former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak being placed under house arrest.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former PKR vice-president N Surendran did not mince words when sharing his feelings about the party’s 25th anniversary over the weekend.Pouring cold water on the milestone, he described the Anwar Ibrahim-led party as “morally dead”.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar's govt won't ruffle royal feathers, says PM's aide; 'PKR morally dead' -Surendran

Former Petronas CEO Hassan Marican has been appointed to chair the newly formed Policy Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister (PMAC).The Prime Minister’s Office announced the appointment in a statement today, which said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim established the PMAC to provide advice related to national development and economic resilience in line with the economy.

Former Petronas CEO Hassan Marican has been appointed to chair the newly formed Policy Advisory Committee to the Prime Minister (PMAC).The Prime Minister’s Office announced the appointment in a statement today, which said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim established the PMAC to provide advice related to national development and economic resilience in line with the economy.

Hassan Marican to head PM's new advisory committee

Unlike the Perikatan Nasional government, the current administration is not willing to ruffle the feathers of the rulers, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s political aide.On the same note, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called former premier Muhyiddin Yassin, who inferred that his boss could be an “idiot”, of suffering from an “unsound mind” (biul).Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703217

Unlike the Perikatan Nasional government, the current administration is not willing to ruffle the feathers of the rulers, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s political aide.On the same note, Muhammad Kamil Abdul Munim called former premier Muhyiddin Yassin, who inferred that his boss could be an “idiot”, of suffering from an “unsound mind” (biul).Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703217

Unlike PN, Anwar's govt won't ruffle royal feathers, says PM's aide

Former PKR vice-president N Surendran did not mince words when sharing his feelings about the party’s 25th anniversary over the weekend.Pouring cold water on the milestone, he described the Anwar Ibrahim-led party as “morally dead”.

Former PKR vice-president N Surendran did not mince words when sharing his feelings about the party’s 25th anniversary over the weekend.Pouring cold water on the milestone, he described the Anwar Ibrahim-led party as “morally dead”.

Surendran: PKR is a morally dead party, what's there to celebrate?

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz today has written to the Kuala Lumpur High Court seeking leave to file an affidavit linked to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's house arrest legal action.Last week, Zafrul claimed there were factual errors in Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit supporting Najib’s attempt to have his remaining jail sentence served under house arrest.According to the letter today, Zafrul's lawyers said they have instructions to file the affidavit to specifically address Paragraph 6 of Zahid's affidavit due to purported “factual inaccuracies” which ought to be corrected.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703178

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz today has written to the Kuala Lumpur High Court seeking leave to file an affidavit linked to former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak's house arrest legal action.Last week, Zafrul claimed there were factual errors in Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit supporting Najib’s attempt to have his remaining jail sentence served under house arrest.According to the letter today, Zafrul's lawyers said they have instructions to file the affidavit to specifically address Paragraph 6 of Zahid's affidavit due to purported “factual inaccuracies” which ought to be corrected.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703178

Zafrul seeks court leave to file affidavit on Najib's house arrest case

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today announced the launch of Khazanah Nasional’s “National Fund-of-Funds”. It has an initial allocation of RM1 billion to invest in high-growth Malaysian companies, he said.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today announced the launch of Khazanah Nasional’s “National Fund-of-Funds”. It has an initial allocation of RM1 billion to invest in high-growth Malaysian companies, he said.

Khazanah Nasional to launch RM1b fund for local high-growth companies

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin has no moral standing to make statements regarding the country’s current affairs including political issues, said PKR information chief Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said this was due to Muhyiddin’s failure to cooperate with the authorities in urging his son-in-law, Muhammad Adlan Berhan, to return and face criminal breach of trust charges.

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin has no moral standing to make statements regarding the country’s current affairs including political issues, said PKR information chief Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi said this was due to Muhyiddin’s failure to cooperate with the authorities in urging his son-in-law, Muhammad Adlan Berhan, to return and face criminal breach of trust charges.

Fahmi: Muhyiddin has no moral standing to talk about other issues

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi reaffirmed Umno’s position to respect seats already won by parties in government.“So our decision is to support any candidate in the name of the unity government, who will be announced by the chairperson,” he said, referring to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as Harapan chairperson.“If there were any problems and statements made, my view is that those are stands taken by individual parties and I hope it will be temporary," he added.

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi reaffirmed Umno’s position to respect seats already won by parties in government.“So our decision is to support any candidate in the name of the unity government, who will be announced by the chairperson,” he said, referring to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim as Harapan chairperson.“If there were any problems and statements made, my view is that those are stands taken by individual parties and I hope it will be temporary," he added.

Umno will support any candidate announced by PM, says Zahid

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin today said BN components MCA and MIC would be better off supporting his coalition in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.He said this is because public sentiment has turned against Pakatan Harapan - BN’s partner in government“If they don’t support (Harapan), it would be better for them to support us,” said the Bersatu president at a press conference after a PN Hari Raya open house in Kuala Kubu Baharu, Selangor.

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin today said BN components MCA and MIC would be better off supporting his coalition in the upcoming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election.He said this is because public sentiment has turned against Pakatan Harapan - BN’s partner in government“If they don’t support (Harapan), it would be better for them to support us,” said the Bersatu president at a press conference after a PN Hari Raya open house in Kuala Kubu Baharu, Selangor.

Muhyiddin tells MCA, MIC to back PN in KKB polls

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin today took a swipe at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim after the latter refused to comment on an alleged royal “addendum order” for Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.He said Anwar would be an “idiot” prime minister if he had no idea about the alleged supplementary order, which was said to have been issued by former Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703118

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin today took a swipe at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim after the latter refused to comment on an alleged royal “addendum order” for Najib Abdul Razak to undergo house arrest.He said Anwar would be an “idiot” prime minister if he had no idea about the alleged supplementary order, which was said to have been issued by former Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/703118

Muhyiddin: It's weird if Anwar didn’t know about addendum for Najib

PKR’s Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has questioned Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi for signing an affidavit in support of jailed ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak’s application to serve his sentence under house arrest.He said such a move was in effect an act of challenging the government and suggested that Zahid should emulate Musa Hitam by resigning from the cabinet.

PKR’s Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has questioned Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi for signing an affidavit in support of jailed ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak’s application to serve his sentence under house arrest.He said such a move was in effect an act of challenging the government and suggested that Zahid should emulate Musa Hitam by resigning from the cabinet.

Hassan Karim questions Zahid's affidavit backing Najib house arrest

[KiniNews] Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit to back former premier Najib Abdul Razak's bid to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest was made in the former’s capacity as Umno president, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He stressed that the government would not intervene in the decisions of the Pardons Board, adding that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's rulings during the board meeting were final and could not be challenged."We remain steadfast that all decisions involving the Malay rulers cannot be challenged. I do not wish to comment further as this has been our (the government's) principle since independence," Anwar told reporters after attending Friday prayers at a mosque in Kajang this afternoon.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has slammed the government for announcing an allocation of RM5.21 million for Hulu Selangor residents, including projects at Kuala Kubu Baharu, ahead of a by-election there.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Ahmad Zahid Hamidi’s affidavit to back former premier Najib Abdul Razak's bid to serve the remainder of his sentence under house arrest was made in the former’s capacity as Umno president, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He stressed that the government would not intervene in the decisions of the Pardons Board, adding that the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's rulings during the board meeting were final and could not be challenged."We remain steadfast that all decisions involving the Malay rulers cannot be challenged. I do not wish to comment further as this has been our (the government's) principle since independence," Anwar told reporters after attending Friday prayers at a mosque in Kajang this afternoon.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Bersih has slammed the government for announcing an allocation of RM5.21 million for Hulu Selangor residents, including projects at Kuala Kubu Baharu, ahead of a by-election there.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

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