PKR Youth has asked the party’s incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli to reconsider his initial decision not to officiate the opening ceremony for the national congress of PKR’s youth and women’s wings on May 22.Confirming that PKR Youth had received a copy of Rafizi’s letter to Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim declining an invitation to officiate the wings' congress, incumbent PKR Youth chief Adam Adli Abd Halim said the wing is appealing for Rafizi to change his mind.

PKR Youth has asked the party’s incumbent deputy president Rafizi Ramli to reconsider his initial decision not to officiate the opening ceremony for the national congress of PKR’s youth and women’s wings on May 22.Confirming that PKR Youth had received a copy of Rafizi’s letter to Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim declining an invitation to officiate the wings' congress, incumbent PKR Youth chief Adam Adli Abd Halim said the wing is appealing for Rafizi to change his mind.

PKR Youth urges Rafizi to officiate PKR Youth, Women's congress

PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has taken aim at the leak of a confidential letter he sent to party president Anwar Ibrahim, in which he declined an invitation to officiate the party’s Youth and Women’s wing congresses.Speaking at the “Jelajah Hiruk” programme in Ipoh last night, Rafizi compared the situation to a similar leak in 2019 involving a letter he wrote to Anwar that warned of “cartels and shadowy characters” within the party.“They twisted the (current) leak to say I’m sulking, being emotional, or unprofessional. That’s not the point. I was actually waiting for the ‘bola tanggung’,” he quipped, using a badminton metaphor to suggest he was prepared for criticism.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/PNLal7EabLs

PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has taken aim at the leak of a confidential letter he sent to party president Anwar Ibrahim, in which he declined an invitation to officiate the party’s Youth and Women’s wing congresses.Speaking at the “Jelajah Hiruk” programme in Ipoh last night, Rafizi compared the situation to a similar leak in 2019 involving a letter he wrote to Anwar that warned of “cartels and shadowy characters” within the party.“They twisted the (current) leak to say I’m sulking, being emotional, or unprofessional. That’s not the point. I was actually waiting for the ‘bola tanggung’,” he quipped, using a badminton metaphor to suggest he was prepared for criticism.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/PNLal7EabLs

Rafizi slams leak of confidential letter

PKR vice-president Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad believes that the party's internal election process needs to be improved and refined.In an interview with Malaysiakini, he said that although this election reflects efforts to modernise the system via e-voting, several issues must be addressed to increase trust among party members.

PKR vice-president Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad believes that the party's internal election process needs to be improved and refined.In an interview with Malaysiakini, he said that although this election reflects efforts to modernise the system via e-voting, several issues must be addressed to increase trust among party members.

PKR needs to improve its election process, says Nik Nazmi

A group has called on the government to reform and amend existing policies under the Animal Welfare Act and stop the culling of stray dogs. The group handed a memorandum to the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) and the Ministry of Housing and Local Government today.

A group has called on the government to reform and amend existing policies under the Animal Welfare Act and stop the culling of stray dogs. The group handed a memorandum to the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) and the Ministry of Housing and Local Government today.

Group hands memo to govt, calls for end to culling of stray dogs

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has questioned an apparent “obsession” held over the 1MDB scandal and former premier Najib Abdul Razak, who is in prison, while there are still many other corruption-related cases amounting to billions lost.In an interview with Al-Jazeera’s “101 East”, Anwar stressed that he remains a strong proponent against the 1MDB scandal and insisted that there are many other leaders who steal billions.“1MDB, one major case is ongoing. It’s ongoing. But these people who have been obsessed with only Najib and 1MDB, I do not share (their sentiment)," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a Bersatu leader has hit out at Anwar over his 'second wife' joke revealed during a press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin recently.Bersatu information chief Wan Saiful Wan Jan said although Anwar presents himself as a thinker of considerable cultural depth, he appeared strikingly unaware that Russia is an Orthodox Christian nation where polygamy is illegal, and should be “embarrassed”.___________________📌 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 questioned an apparent “obsession” held over the 1MDB scandal and former premier Najib Abdul Razak, who is in prison, while there are still many other corruption-related cases amounting to billions lost.In an interview with Al-Jazeera’s “101 East”, Anwar stressed that he remains a strong proponent against the 1MDB scandal and insisted that there are many other leaders who steal billions.“1MDB, one major case is ongoing. It’s ongoing. But these people who have been obsessed with only Najib and 1MDB, I do not share (their sentiment)," he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a Bersatu leader has hit out at Anwar over his 'second wife' joke revealed during a press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin recently.Bersatu information chief Wan Saiful Wan Jan said although Anwar presents himself as a thinker of considerable cultural depth, he appeared strikingly unaware that Russia is an Orthodox Christian nation where polygamy is illegal, and should be “embarrassed”.___________________📌 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: Why obsess over prisoner Najib? - Anwar; Wan Saiful hits out at PM's 'second wife' joke

The driver of a stone-laden lorry pleaded not guilty at the Magistrates' Court in Teluk Intan today on nine counts of causing the death of nine members of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) in an accident on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam on Tuesday.Rudi Zulkarnain Mat Radi, 45, made the plea after the charges were read separately before judge Norhamizah Shaiffuddin.

The driver of a stone-laden lorry pleaded not guilty at the Magistrates' Court in Teluk Intan today on nine counts of causing the death of nine members of the Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) in an accident on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam on Tuesday.Rudi Zulkarnain Mat Radi, 45, made the plea after the charges were read separately before judge Norhamizah Shaiffuddin.

Lorry driver charged with causing death of nine FRU personnel

PKR may take disciplinary action against any division committee members who threaten to resign following the recent divisional elections or attempt to disrupt the smooth running of the upcoming PKR national congress.Its communications director, Fahmi Fadzil, said such individuals may also be blacklisted from contesting if a re-election is required due to their resignation.

PKR may take disciplinary action against any division committee members who threaten to resign following the recent divisional elections or attempt to disrupt the smooth running of the upcoming PKR national congress.Its communications director, Fahmi Fadzil, said such individuals may also be blacklisted from contesting if a re-election is required due to their resignation.

PKR may take action against committee members threatening to resign - Fahmi

PKR deputy president aspirant Nurul Izzah Anwar reiterated her disagreement with the government’s decision to extend MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s contract for the third time.She vowed to confront her father, Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim, on the matter if elected.

PKR deputy president aspirant Nurul Izzah Anwar reiterated her disagreement with the government’s decision to extend MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s contract for the third time.She vowed to confront her father, Prime Minister and PKR president Anwar Ibrahim, on the matter if elected.

Nurul Izzah to raise Azam Baki’s reappointment with Anwar if she wins

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited the Cathedral of the Annunciation, as well as the Kul Sharif Mosque during his visit to Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan.This came following a bilateral meeting at the Kazan Kremlin, where they discussed efforts to strengthen Malaysia–Russia cooperation through regional partnerships.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited the Cathedral of the Annunciation, as well as the Kul Sharif Mosque during his visit to Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan.This came following a bilateral meeting at the Kazan Kremlin, where they discussed efforts to strengthen Malaysia–Russia cooperation through regional partnerships.

Anwar visits cathedral, mosque in Kazan

PAS has welcomed a police investigation into a post by its Terengganu chapter that featured an incorrect version of the Jalur Gemilang, asserting that an apology alone is insufficient for such mistakes.Party secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said the party supported a transparent, fair, and firm probe to ensure that such insensitivity, negligence, or errors are not repeated.Takiyuddin highlighted that Terengganu PAS made a public apology and immediately corrected the mistake but said he agreed that an apology alone, without stricter action, should not be normalised as a solution for such mistakes.

PAS has welcomed a police investigation into a post by its Terengganu chapter that featured an incorrect version of the Jalur Gemilang, asserting that an apology alone is insufficient for such mistakes.Party secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan said the party supported a transparent, fair, and firm probe to ensure that such insensitivity, negligence, or errors are not repeated.Takiyuddin highlighted that Terengganu PAS made a public apology and immediately corrected the mistake but said he agreed that an apology alone, without stricter action, should not be normalised as a solution for such mistakes.

PAS welcomes probe on flag error, agrees apology alone is not enough

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has questioned an apparent “obsession” held over the 1MDB scandal and former premier Najib Abdul Razak, who is in prison, while there are still many other corruption-related cases amounting to billions lost.In an interview with Al-Jazeera’s “101 East”, Anwar stressed that he remains a strong proponent against the 1MDB scandal and insisted that there are many other leaders who steal billions.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has questioned an apparent “obsession” held over the 1MDB scandal and former premier Najib Abdul Razak, who is in prison, while there are still many other corruption-related cases amounting to billions lost.In an interview with Al-Jazeera’s “101 East”, Anwar stressed that he remains a strong proponent against the 1MDB scandal and insisted that there are many other leaders who steal billions.

Najib is in prison; why is there an obsession about him? – Anwar

[KiniNews] Police this morning arrested the husband of Pamela Ling, who was abducted while on her way to facilitate an MACC investigation on April 9.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa confirmed the arrest and said that he was arrested to facilitate the investigation.Previously, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said his team is investigating the possibility of Ling’s husband, Sarawakian businessperson Thomas Hah Tiing Siu, being involved in her abduction.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP lawmaker Wong Shu Qi has taken aim at PKR’s Wong Chen for dragging her party into his critique of money politics.She pointed out that her party’s national congress was held at a convention centre, not the five-star Ritz-Carlton Hotel and said that their elected representatives still contributed 15 percent of their monthly allowance to the party.___________________📌 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] Police this morning arrested the husband of Pamela Ling, who was abducted while on her way to facilitate an MACC investigation on April 9.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa confirmed the arrest and said that he was arrested to facilitate the investigation.Previously, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said his team is investigating the possibility of Ling’s husband, Sarawakian businessperson Thomas Hah Tiing Siu, being involved in her abduction.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP lawmaker Wong Shu Qi has taken aim at PKR’s Wong Chen for dragging her party into his critique of money politics.She pointed out that her party’s national congress was held at a convention centre, not the five-star Ritz-Carlton Hotel and said that their elected representatives still contributed 15 percent of their monthly allowance to the party.___________________📌 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: Cops nab Pamela Ling's husband; No Ritz for rocket - DAP MP hits back at Wong Chen

PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has challenged R Ramanan's claim that Nurul Izzah Anwar's leadership could secure between 70 and 80 parliamentary seats for the party.During a ceramah in Pahang last night, Rafizi mockingly questioned Ramanan's arithmetic skills while dissecting the numbers behind the claim.Ramanan, who is a PKR vice-presidential candidate, had previously called for Nurul Izzah's appointment as PKR's election director, attributing the party's record 47 parliamentary seats in the 14th general election to her leadership.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=997251985889983&rdid=kwgfaJTmj1mmZgjx

PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has challenged R Ramanan's claim that Nurul Izzah Anwar's leadership could secure between 70 and 80 parliamentary seats for the party.During a ceramah in Pahang last night, Rafizi mockingly questioned Ramanan's arithmetic skills while dissecting the numbers behind the claim.Ramanan, who is a PKR vice-presidential candidate, had previously called for Nurul Izzah's appointment as PKR's election director, attributing the party's record 47 parliamentary seats in the 14th general election to her leadership.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=997251985889983&rdid=kwgfaJTmj1mmZgjx

Rafizi questions Ramanan's claim on '80 seats formula'

PKR deputy president candidate Nurul Izzah Anwar's full speech at Temu Rapat Akar Umbi' event in Shah Alam.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=4052616031619737

PKR deputy president candidate Nurul Izzah Anwar's full speech at Temu Rapat Akar Umbi' event in Shah Alam.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=4052616031619737

[Full Video] Nurul Izzah's speech at 'Temu Rapat Akar Umbi' event in Shah Alam

Russian President Vladimir Putin recounted a light hearted moment with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during a private tour of the Kremlin Palace.At a press conference after the tour, Putin shared Anwar's remarks which drew laughter from senior Russian and Malaysian officials, as well as journalists.

Russian President Vladimir Putin recounted a light hearted moment with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during a private tour of the Kremlin Palace.At a press conference after the tour, Putin shared Anwar's remarks which drew laughter from senior Russian and Malaysian officials, as well as journalists.

Putin recalls Anwar's 'second wife' joke, draws laughter at press conference

Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli delivered a pointed caution last night against party members succumbing to the luxuries and entitlements that accompany their new governmental power.During his ceramah in Pahang, Rafizi warned party members serving in government that voters are scrutinising their conduct, particularly what he described as the creeping “government's way of luxury” threatening to normalise within party ranks.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/rafiziramli.keadilan/videos/997251985889983

Incumbent PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli delivered a pointed caution last night against party members succumbing to the luxuries and entitlements that accompany their new governmental power.During his ceramah in Pahang, Rafizi warned party members serving in government that voters are scrutinising their conduct, particularly what he described as the creeping “government's way of luxury” threatening to normalise within party ranks.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/rafiziramli.keadilan/videos/997251985889983

Rafizi warns against luxury culture creeping into party ranks

Police this morning arrested the husband of Pamela Ling, who was abducted while on her way to facilitate an MACC investigation on April 9.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa confirmed the arrest.“He was arrested to facilitate the investigation,” he told reporters.

Police this morning arrested the husband of Pamela Ling, who was abducted while on her way to facilitate an MACC investigation on April 9.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa confirmed the arrest.“He was arrested to facilitate the investigation,” he told reporters.

Pamela Ling's husband arrested

Rafizi Ramli has expressed willingness to engage in a public debate with Nurul Izzah Anwar to defuse tensions in the increasingly heated race for PKR’s deputy presidency.Speaking at his campaign event in Pahang last night, the incumbent Rafizi suggested that a formal debate moderated by an independent organiser could help lower temperatures between the two competing factions within the party, where grassroots supporters have become increasingly confrontational despite relative harmony among the leadership.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=997251985889983

Rafizi Ramli has expressed willingness to engage in a public debate with Nurul Izzah Anwar to defuse tensions in the increasingly heated race for PKR’s deputy presidency.Speaking at his campaign event in Pahang last night, the incumbent Rafizi suggested that a formal debate moderated by an independent organiser could help lower temperatures between the two competing factions within the party, where grassroots supporters have become increasingly confrontational despite relative harmony among the leadership.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=997251985889983

PKR polls: Rafizi ready to debate with Nurul Izzah

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for a thorough, comprehensive, and non-politicised investigation into the downing of MH17.Anwar said that Putin had, from the very beginning, insisted that the investigations must be independent and meticulous.“The Russian side is prepared to offer full cooperation to ensure the report is more credible and authoritative. That was the explanation given. I, of course, conveyed it to the families. What I can confirm is that he said it is untrue, regarding claims that he is unwilling to cooperate," he said.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for a thorough, comprehensive, and non-politicised investigation into the downing of MH17.Anwar said that Putin had, from the very beginning, insisted that the investigations must be independent and meticulous.“The Russian side is prepared to offer full cooperation to ensure the report is more credible and authoritative. That was the explanation given. I, of course, conveyed it to the families. What I can confirm is that he said it is untrue, regarding claims that he is unwilling to cooperate," he said.

MH17 downing: Putin has called for credible, independent probe, says Anwar

DAP lawmaker Wong Shu Qi has taken aim at PKR’s Wong Chen for dragging her party into his critique of money politics, after he lamented how former opposition parties are now hosting events in hotels.The Kluang MP pointed out that DAP’s national congress on March 16 was held at the Ideal Convention Centre in Shah Alam.“Unless there’s a new five-star rating for convention centres I’m unaware of, I’m not sure where the ‘hotel event’ claim came from,” she said.

DAP lawmaker Wong Shu Qi has taken aim at PKR’s Wong Chen for dragging her party into his critique of money politics, after he lamented how former opposition parties are now hosting events in hotels.The Kluang MP pointed out that DAP’s national congress on March 16 was held at the Ideal Convention Centre in Shah Alam.“Unless there’s a new five-star rating for convention centres I’m unaware of, I’m not sure where the ‘hotel event’ claim came from,” she said.

DAP congress held at IDCC, not the Ritz, DAP MP responds to Wong Chen

[KiniNews] Former Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy was charged in the Butterworth Sessions Court today on 17 counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving funds belonging to the Penang Hindu Endowment Board (PHEB) totalling RM859,131.29.Ramasamy, 76, pleaded not guilty to all the charges before judge Zulhazmi Abdullah.All the 17 charges were framed under Section 409 of the Penal Code, which provides a maximum prison sentence of 20 years with whipping and a fine.Meanwhile, in a separate story, political economist Edmund Terence Gomez said the third contract extension for Azam Baki as MACC chief commissioner under the Madani government reflects badly on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He also lamented how Azam’s contract extension blatantly goes against previous promises made by former opposition figures who have since gained positions in Putrajaya.___________________📌 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] Former Penang deputy chief minister II P Ramasamy was charged in the Butterworth Sessions Court today on 17 counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving funds belonging to the Penang Hindu Endowment Board (PHEB) totalling RM859,131.29.Ramasamy, 76, pleaded not guilty to all the charges before judge Zulhazmi Abdullah.All the 17 charges were framed under Section 409 of the Penal Code, which provides a maximum prison sentence of 20 years with whipping and a fine.Meanwhile, in a separate story, political economist Edmund Terence Gomez said the third contract extension for Azam Baki as MACC chief commissioner under the Madani government reflects badly on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He also lamented how Azam’s contract extension blatantly goes against previous promises made by former opposition figures who have since gained positions in Putrajaya.___________________📌 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: Ramasamy pleads not guilty to CBT charges; Azam's contract extension questioned

Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has commented on allegations that PKR practises nepotism.The allegations had came up after Nurul Izzah Anwar decided to contest the deputy president post in the upcoming party polls.

Academic Tajuddin Mohd Rasdi has commented on allegations that PKR practises nepotism.The allegations had came up after Nurul Izzah Anwar decided to contest the deputy president post in the upcoming party polls.

Tajuddin dismisses nepotism in PKR claims, says Nurul Izzah is contesting post

US President Donald Trump said efforts are ongoing to end the war in Gaza.In his speech at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, he said that they are continuing to work to get the war ended as soon as possible and described the war as a horrible thing that is taking place.

US President Donald Trump said efforts are ongoing to end the war in Gaza.In his speech at the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, he said that they are continuing to work to get the war ended as soon as possible and described the war as a horrible thing that is taking place.

'People of Gaza deserve a better future' - Trump

Opposition parties that now find themselves part of the government appear to have “lost their roots” and embraced money politics, said government backbencher Wong Chen.Speaking at an event in Kuala Lumpur, the PKR lawmaker said a “rotten political culture” can be observed in the recent party elections held by certain Pakatan Harapan component members.Wong added that ceramahs are now being held in hotels, with party supporters expecting it and questioned where the money was coming from.

Opposition parties that now find themselves part of the government appear to have “lost their roots” and embraced money politics, said government backbencher Wong Chen.Speaking at an event in Kuala Lumpur, the PKR lawmaker said a “rotten political culture” can be observed in the recent party elections held by certain Pakatan Harapan component members.Wong added that ceramahs are now being held in hotels, with party supporters expecting it and questioned where the money was coming from.

We used to hold ceramahs at coffee shops, now it's at hotels - Wong Chen

A PKR leader has urged Terengganu PAS to deliver the individual who recently made a blunder on the national flag in a party poster to the police.PKR deputy information chief Chua Wei Kiat said the PAS leadership should not be making noise when others make mistakes, while keeping mum when their own makes the same error.

A PKR leader has urged Terengganu PAS to deliver the individual who recently made a blunder on the national flag in a party poster to the police.PKR deputy information chief Chua Wei Kiat said the PAS leadership should not be making noise when others make mistakes, while keeping mum when their own makes the same error.

Flag error: PKR leader tells T'ganu PAS to send responsible party to cops

CIMB Bank chairperson Nazir Razak has described tycoon Robert Kuok as a "patriot," amid vicious attacks on the latter's credibility by Umno of late.Nazir said he was "lucky enough" to have spent time with Kuok over "many years".

CIMB Bank chairperson Nazir Razak has described tycoon Robert Kuok as a "patriot," amid vicious attacks on the latter's credibility by Umno of late. Nazir said he was "lucky enough" to have spent time with Kuok over "many years".

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Nazir Razak: Robert Kuok is a patriot