US President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on the controversial “reciprocal tariffs” that just came into effect.This includes the 24 percent tariff on Malaysian imports, which will now be reduced to 10 percent — the baseline rate applied to most countries.However, the tariff war with China is far from over, as Trump announced a steep 125 percent tariff on Chinese imports.

US President Donald Trump has announced a 90-day pause on the controversial “reciprocal tariffs” that just came into effect.This includes the 24 percent tariff on Malaysian imports, which will now be reduced to 10 percent — the baseline rate applied to most countries. However, the tariff war with China is far from over, as Trump announced a steep 125 percent tariff on Chinese imports.

Tariff twist: Trump hits pause globally, escalates war with China

US President Donald Trump has sparked global tension by imposing a massive 104% tariff on Chinese imports after Beijing rejected his trade demands. With Asean trade ministers set to meet tomorrow, the Malaysian government is preparing its response. Decisions on how Malaysia and the region will react to this tariff war will be made on Monday, as the trade standoff escalates.___________________📌 Share this news! 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

US President Donald Trump has sparked global tension by imposing a massive 104% tariff on Chinese imports after Beijing rejected his trade demands. With Asean trade ministers set to meet tomorrow, the Malaysian government is preparing its response. Decisions on how Malaysia and the region will react to this tariff war will be made on Monday, as the trade standoff escalates.___________________📌 Share this news! 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: Trump’s tariff: Putrajaya to decide on Monday, China hits with explosive 104% rate

Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari announced that all relief shelters in Putra Heights will be closed by week’s end, with the process beginning tonight. He also confirmed that the shelter at Masjid Putra Heights will close by the weekend, as evacuees have already returned to their homes.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/amirudinbinshari/videos/474774595629172

Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari announced that all relief shelters in Putra Heights will be closed by week’s end, with the process beginning tonight. He also confirmed that the shelter at Masjid Putra Heights will close by the weekend, as evacuees have already returned to their homes. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/amirudinbinshari/videos/474774595629172

Selangor closes relief shelters as Putra Heights evacuees return home

Selangor’s state exco, assembly members, and civil servants from Grade 48 and above will take pay cuts in response to the deadly Putra Heights gas explosion. According to its Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari, the decision comes in response to the tragic incident, showing solidarity with the affected community.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/amirudinbinshari/videos/474774595629172

Selangor’s state exco, assembly members, and civil servants from Grade 48 and above will take pay cuts in response to the deadly Putra Heights gas explosion. According to its Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari, the decision comes in response to the tragic incident, showing solidarity with the affected community.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/amirudinbinshari/videos/474774595629172

Selangor exco, Aduns pledge salary cuts to aid Putra Heights fire victims

The government is open to suggestions on reforming the appointment process for the MACC chief commissioner position, said its spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.The communications minister said the cabinet did not discuss the matter in its meeting today, neither did it discuss the possibility of an extension for MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, whose tenure is scheduled to end in May.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1899144524220359

The government is open to suggestions on reforming the appointment process for the MACC chief commissioner position, said its spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.The communications minister said the cabinet did not discuss the matter in its meeting today, neither did it discuss the possibility of an extension for MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, whose tenure is scheduled to end in May.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1899144524220359

Cabinet meeting did not discuss Azam Baki's contract extension

Chinese President Xi Jinping will be in Malaysia for a state visit from April 15 to 17, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Xi’s visit is part of Malaysia’s efforts to seek improved trade relationships with other countries.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1899144524220359

Chinese President Xi Jinping will be in Malaysia for a state visit from April 15 to 17, said Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.Xi’s visit is part of Malaysia’s efforts to seek improved trade relationships with other countries.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1899144524220359

'Highly anticipated' - Xi Jinping to visit Malaysia from April 15 to 17

Decisions on US President Donald Trump’s recent tariffs will be made on Monday, government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil said.This is because Asean trade ministers will be holding a meeting tomorrow, the communications minister explained.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1899144524220359

Decisions on US President Donald Trump’s recent tariffs will be made on Monday, government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil said.This is because Asean trade ministers will be holding a meeting tomorrow, the communications minister explained.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/KEMENTERIANKOMUNIKASI/videos/1899144524220359

Trump tariffs: Putrajaya to decide on Monday, Fahmi says

Indecent AI-generated images of students and alumni from Foon Yew High School in Kulai have reportedly been circulating online.A female student alleged that a male classmate used artificial intelligence to create fake obscene images of her and shared them in a group chat for profit.A student linked to the case has been detained and brought to court for a remand extension.

Indecent AI-generated images of students and alumni from Foon Yew High School in Kulai have reportedly been circulating online.A female student alleged that a male classmate used artificial intelligence to create fake obscene images of her and shared them in a group chat for profit.A student linked to the case has been detained and brought to court for a remand extension.

Explicit AI deepfakes at Johor school spark outrage, one arrested

Campaigning is in full swing for the PKR division-level elections this weekend, with challengers targeting office-holders seen as "too busy" with other duties.Film director and actor Afdlin Shauki is going head-to-head with Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad for the Setiawangsa PKR division chief post.Meanwhile in Shah Alam, Kota Anggerik assemblyperson Najwan Halimi is challenging incumbent division chief Rodziah Ismail.

Campaigning is in full swing for the PKR division-level elections this weekend, with challengers targeting office-holders seen as "too busy" with other duties.Film director and actor Afdlin Shauki is going head-to-head with Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad for the Setiawangsa PKR division chief post.Meanwhile in Shah Alam, Kota Anggerik assemblyperson Najwan Halimi is challenging incumbent division chief Rodziah Ismail.

PKR division elections: Challengers eye 'busy' minister, MPs' post

Perikatan Nasional has announced Tapah PAS chief Abdul Muhaimin Malek as the coalition’s candidate in the upcoming Ayer Kuning by-election.Abdul Muhaimin, 43, currently serves as headmaster at the Madrasah Tahfiz Al-Quran Ayer Kuning, as well as serving as a member of Perak Maahad Tahfiz Association.Previously, BN had named Tapah Umno division secretary Yusri Bakir, who is also an ustaz, as the coalition’s candidate.Video source; https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15uRiKd2qw/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Perikatan Nasional has announced Tapah PAS chief Abdul Muhaimin Malek as the coalition’s candidate in the upcoming Ayer Kuning by-election.Abdul Muhaimin, 43, currently serves as headmaster at the Madrasah Tahfiz Al-Quran Ayer Kuning, as well as serving as a member of Perak Maahad Tahfiz Association.Previously, BN had named Tapah Umno division secretary Yusri Bakir, who is also an ustaz, as the coalition’s candidate.Video source; https://www.facebook.com/share/v/15uRiKd2qw/?mibextid=wwXIfr

'Ustaz vs ustaz' in Ayer Kuning after PN fields Tapah PAS chief

In a surprise move, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 104% tariff on all Chinese imports, effective today.China was initially set for a 34% tariff hike under Trump’s "reciprocal" plan. But after Beijing refused to cancel its own 34% tariff on U.S. goods, Trump added another 50%, bringing the total to 84%.

In a surprise move, U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a 104% tariff on all Chinese imports, effective today.China was initially set for a 34% tariff hike under Trump’s "reciprocal" plan. But after Beijing refused to cancel its own 34% tariff on U.S. goods, Trump added another 50%, bringing the total to 84%.

Trump’s biggest tariff yet - 104% on all Chinese goods

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is expected to return to the MACC by the end of this month for further questioning. According to MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, this marks the second phase of the investigation, focusing on Ismail’s asset declaration.

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob is expected to return to the MACC by the end of this month for further questioning. According to MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, this marks the second phase of the investigation, focusing on Ismail’s asset declaration.

MACC to grill Ismail Sabri again by month-end

Selangor Police Chief Hussein Omar Khan holds press conference on latest developments of Putra Heights fire.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1333533904596468

Selangor Police Chief Hussein Omar Khan holds press conference on latest developments of Putra Heights fire.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1333533904596468

[Full video] Press conference by Selangor Police Chief on Putra Heights fire

[KiniNews] Asean nations have reached a consensus on sending officials to the US for engagement sessions on the slew of recently imposed tariffs.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the move to initiate discussions is part of Malaysia's alignment with the "soft diplomacy of quiet engagement" as opposed to "megaphone diplomacy"."Together with our colleagues in Asean, we will be dispatching our officials to Washington to begin the process of dialogue," he said during his keynote address at the Asean Investment Conference today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the government has called on more companies to offer support to victims of last week’s gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights, which had destroyed or damaged more than 200 homes.The Prime Minister’s political secretary Azman Abidin said additional contributions from the private sector would help ease the burden on affected families, many of whom are still displaced.___________________📌 Share this news! 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] Asean nations have reached a consensus on sending officials to the US for engagement sessions on the slew of recently imposed tariffs.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the move to initiate discussions is part of Malaysia's alignment with the "soft diplomacy of quiet engagement" as opposed to "megaphone diplomacy"."Together with our colleagues in Asean, we will be dispatching our officials to Washington to begin the process of dialogue," he said during his keynote address at the Asean Investment Conference today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the government has called on more companies to offer support to victims of last week’s gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights, which had destroyed or damaged more than 200 homes.The Prime Minister’s political secretary Azman Abidin said additional contributions from the private sector would help ease the burden on affected families, many of whom are still displaced.___________________📌 Share this news! 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: M'sia to send officials to US for tariff talks; Govt urges more corporate aid for victims

PSM has again opted to field its deputy secretary-general Bawani KS as a candidate in the Ayer Kuning by-election.Bawani previously lost the five-cornered battle for the Perak state seat during the 15th general election.Her candidacy for the upcoming by-election was announced by PSM chairperson Dr Michael Jeyakumar Devaraj in an event today.

PSM has again opted to field its deputy secretary-general Bawani KS as a candidate in the Ayer Kuning by-election.Bawani previously lost the five-cornered battle for the Perak state seat during the 15th general election.Her candidacy for the upcoming by-election was announced by PSM chairperson Dr Michael Jeyakumar Devaraj in an event today.

PSM fields Bawani in Ayer Kuning

The Myanmar community in Malaysia gathered on Monday in a display of gratitude to welcome home the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART), following their perilous earthquake relief mission in Myanmar.Dozens of ethnic minority representatives from Myanmar gathered at the SMART headquarters in Subang to honour the team upon their return from earthquake-stricken Myanmar.

The Myanmar community in Malaysia gathered on Monday in a display of gratitude to welcome home the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART), following their perilous earthquake relief mission in Myanmar.Dozens of ethnic minority representatives from Myanmar gathered at the SMART headquarters in Subang to honour the team upon their return from earthquake-stricken Myanmar.

Myanmar community in Malaysia thanks SMART team

The prosecution will file a preliminary objection against former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin's application to refer a legal question concerning the Sedition Act 1948 to the Federal Court.Deputy public prosecutor Razali Che Ani informed High Court judge Muhammad Jamil Hussin of the matter during case management today.

The prosecution will file a preliminary objection against former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin's application to refer a legal question concerning the Sedition Act 1948 to the Federal Court.Deputy public prosecutor Razali Che Ani informed High Court judge Muhammad Jamil Hussin of the matter during case management today.

Sedition case: Prosecution to file preliminary objection against Muhyiddin's application

The disciplinary committee of a Mara Science Junior College (MRSM) in Penang has recommended that perpetrators in a recent bullying case be expelled, said Mara chairperson Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.“The disciplinary committee established that seven students were involved (in the bullying). Two were physically involved while five others collaborated. It is recommended that all be removed from MRSM,” he said .

The disciplinary committee of a Mara Science Junior College (MRSM) in Penang has recommended that perpetrators in a recent bullying case be expelled, said Mara chairperson Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki.“The disciplinary committee established that seven students were involved (in the bullying). Two were physically involved while five others collaborated. It is recommended that all be removed from MRSM,” he said .

'You touch, you go!' - Expulsion recommended in MRSM bullying case, says Asyraf

Asean nations have reached a consensus on sending officials to the US for engagement sessions on the slew of recently imposed tariffs.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the move to initiate discussions is part of Malaysia's alignment with the "soft diplomacy of quiet engagement" as opposed to "megaphone diplomacy".Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=694497736348894&rdid=LKmI5Umm7a0DDzRb

Asean nations have reached a consensus on sending officials to the US for engagement sessions on the slew of recently imposed tariffs.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the move to initiate discussions is part of Malaysia's alignment with the "soft diplomacy of quiet engagement" as opposed to "megaphone diplomacy".Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=694497736348894&rdid=LKmI5Umm7a0DDzRb

Anwar: Malaysia to dispatch officials to Washington to discuss tariffs

The head of the US Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk reportedly asked US President Donald Trump to reconsider new US tariffs on imports from a number of countries.According to Sputnik, the Washington Post reported that over the weekend, when Musk unleashed a stream of messages on social media criticising one of the White House's top advisers - trade aide Peter Navarro - for Trump's aggressive tariff plan, he personally approached the president.

The head of the US Department of Government Efficiency Elon Musk reportedly asked US President Donald Trump to reconsider new US tariffs on imports from a number of countries.According to Sputnik, the Washington Post reported that over the weekend, when Musk unleashed a stream of messages on social media criticising one of the White House's top advisers - trade aide Peter Navarro - for Trump's aggressive tariff plan, he personally approached the president.

Elon Musk personally asked Trump to reconsider new tariffs - Report

MCMC is investigating an online content creator for allegedly stirring racial sentiments over several issues.The commission said it is probing the individual, who is described as an influencer and political activist, for “raising racial sentiments on social media involving the Perak state anthem, Malay economic empowerment through breaking Petronas and Gas Malaysia’s monopolies, and the takeover of Kuala Lumpur Tower”.

MCMC is investigating an online content creator for allegedly stirring racial sentiments over several issues.The commission said it is probing the individual, who is described as an influencer and political activist, for “raising racial sentiments on social media involving the Perak state anthem, Malay economic empowerment through breaking Petronas and Gas Malaysia’s monopolies, and the takeover of Kuala Lumpur Tower”.

Influencer under MCMC probe for stirring racial sentiments

BN has named Tapah Umno division secretary Yusri Bakir, who is also an ustaz, as its candidate for the upcoming Ayer Kuning state by-election.Perak BN chairperson and Menteri Besar Saarani Mohamad made the announcement at an event in Tapah yesterday.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1091134999724817

BN has named Tapah Umno division secretary Yusri Bakir, who is also an ustaz, as its candidate for the upcoming Ayer Kuning state by-election.Perak BN chairperson and Menteri Besar Saarani Mohamad made the announcement at an event in Tapah yesterday.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=1091134999724817

BN names Yusri Bakir as Ayer Kuning candidate

The government has called on more companies to offer support to victims of last week’s gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights, which destroyed or damaged more than 200 homes.The Prime Minister’s political secretary Azman Abidin said additional contributions from the private sector would help ease the burden on affected families, many of whom are still displaced.

The government has called on more companies to offer support to victims of last week’s gas pipeline explosion in Putra Heights, which destroyed or damaged more than 200 homes.The Prime Minister’s political secretary Azman Abidin said additional contributions from the private sector would help ease the burden on affected families, many of whom are still displaced.

Putra Heights fire: Govt urges for more corporate aid for victims

US President Donald Trump, commenting on the stock market slump after he introduced import tariffs, said sometimes, medicine is necessary.Asian indices slumped in the early hours of trading today amid a new round of the trade war between China and the United States.

US President Donald Trump, commenting on the stock market slump after he introduced import tariffs, said sometimes, medicine is necessary.Asian indices slumped in the early hours of trading today amid a new round of the trade war between China and the United States.

'Sometimes you have to take medicine' - Trump responds to market reaction to tariffs

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised the US' decision to impose "reciprocal" tariffs on Malaysia, saying the math is flawed."The basis for calculating this tariff is fundamentally flawed, which has inaccurately resulted in Malaysia being imposed a reciprocal tariff of 24 percent," he said.He also assured Malaysians that while the country's gross domestic product (GDP) target may need to be revised in light of the US trade action, the government does not foresee a recession happening.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Selangor menteri besar Amirudin Shari has announced that homeowners affected by the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, will receive additional contributions of either RM5,000 or RM2,500 each from Petronas.RM5,000 are for homes categorised as a total loss and RM2,500 will be given to those affected, he elaborated, adding that this aid is in addition to the previous assistance that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had announced.___________________📌 Share this news! 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] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised the US' decision to impose "reciprocal" tariffs on Malaysia, saying the math is flawed."The basis for calculating this tariff is fundamentally flawed, which has inaccurately resulted in Malaysia being imposed a reciprocal tariff of 24 percent," he said.He also assured Malaysians that while the country's gross domestic product (GDP) target may need to be revised in light of the US trade action, the government does not foresee a recession happening.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Selangor menteri besar Amirudin Shari has announced that homeowners affected by the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, Subang Jaya, will receive additional contributions of either RM5,000 or RM2,500 each from Petronas.RM5,000 are for homes categorised as a total loss and RM2,500 will be given to those affected, he elaborated, adding that this aid is in addition to the previous assistance that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had announced.___________________📌 Share this news! 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: US tariff maths flawed, says Anwar; Petronas to give additional cash aid to fire victims

DAP said that it will return 50 percent of taxes collected from Sabah and Sarawak to the state governments if it comes to federal power.  At a press conference yesterday DAP secretary-general Lim Guan Eng said the party will also ensure 20 percent oil royalty is paid and allow the states full autonomy in healthcare and education.

DAP said that it will return 50 percent of taxes collected from Sabah and Sarawak to the state governments if it comes to federal power. At a press conference yesterday DAP secretary-general Lim Guan Eng said the party will also ensure 20 percent oil royalty is paid and allow the states full autonomy in healthcare and education.

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DAP vows to return 'rightul share' of taxes, oil royalty to Sabah, S'wak