KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Activist Fahmi Reza was released on police bail today after giving a statement to police over an investigation into his post on X involving Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim.The graphic artist had been detained after being summoned for questioning by Bukit Aman at around 10.20am this morning.Earlier, it was reported that Fahmi had been called in for questioning under the Sedition Act and the Communications and Multimedia Act.“Police have called. Let’s dance!” he posted on social media, alongside a notice from Bukit Aman.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a Bersatu leader claimed that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will not call for an early general election so that he can take time to rebuild his support base.Bersatu Youth information chief Harris Idaham Rashid said that the Sabah election reflected the coalition’s declining support among voters, which, he added, had weakened Anwar’s confidence in its GE16 prospects.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Activist Fahmi Reza was released on police bail today after giving a statement to police over an investigation into his post on X involving Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim.The graphic artist had been detained after being summoned for questioning by Bukit Aman at around 10.20am this morning.Earlier, it was reported that Fahmi had been called in for questioning under the Sedition Act and the Communications and Multimedia Act.“Police have called. Let’s dance!” he posted on social media, alongside a notice from Bukit Aman.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a Bersatu leader claimed that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will not call for an early general election so that he can take time to rebuild his support base.Bersatu Youth information chief Harris Idaham Rashid said that the Sabah election reflected the coalition’s declining support among voters, which, he added, had weakened Anwar’s confidence in its GE16 prospects.___________________📌 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: Fahmi Reza released on police bail; 'No early GE16' - Bersatu Youth responds

Contentions made by senior lawyer Shafee Abdullah regarding the 1MDB case against his client, Najib Abdul Razak, have all been raised and argued with during the case trial in the High Court, said the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC).The AGC maintained that it remains committed to conducting the prosecution independently, fairly, and with integrity.

Contentions made by senior lawyer Shafee Abdullah regarding the 1MDB case against his client, Najib Abdul Razak, have all been raised and argued with during the case trial in the High Court, said the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC).The AGC maintained that it remains committed to conducting the prosecution independently, fairly, and with integrity.

AGC responds to issues raised by Shafee on 1MDB trial

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will not call for an early general election so he can take time to rebuild his support base, a Bersatu leader claimed.Bersatu Youth information chief Harris Idaham Rashid said that this is following Pakatan Harapan’s poor showing in the 17th Sabah state polls.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will not call for an early general election so he can take time to rebuild his support base, a Bersatu leader claimed.Bersatu Youth information chief Harris Idaham Rashid said that this is following Pakatan Harapan’s poor showing in the 17th Sabah state polls.

No early GE16 due to Harapan's poor show in Sabah, says Bersatu Youth

The flood situation in Pahang is worsening with almost 12,000 displaced as of 8.30pm yesterday- accounting for almost 90 percent of current flood victims nationwide.Kuantan is the worst hit, with over 9,700 people relocated to flood relief shelters.

The flood situation in Pahang is worsening with almost 12,000 displaced as of 8.30pm yesterday- accounting for almost 90 percent of current flood victims nationwide.Kuantan is the worst hit, with over 9,700 people relocated to flood relief shelters.

Floods worsen in Pahang, almost 12k displaced

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has fired a scathing remark at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, asking whether the premier was pre-empting justice by indirectly branding Albert Tei as guilty, before any court decision.The Pasir Mas MP also questioned whether Anwar’s former political aide, Shamsul Iskandar Akin, who was recently charged in court alongside Tei, should be labelled similarly if the same logic were applied.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/763820

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has fired a scathing remark at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, asking whether the premier was pre-empting justice by indirectly branding Albert Tei as guilty, before any court decision.The Pasir Mas MP also questioned whether Anwar’s former political aide, Shamsul Iskandar Akin, who was recently charged in court alongside Tei, should be labelled similarly if the same logic were applied.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/763820

Fadhli responds to Anwar, asks if PM's ex-aide should be branded guilty too

The prosecution will apply for a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) for one drug-related charge against Namewee, confirmed Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar.He told Malaysiakini, when contacted yesterday, that the application would be made following a negative result on the urine test of the rapper.

The prosecution will apply for a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) for one drug-related charge against Namewee, confirmed Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar.He told Malaysiakini, when contacted yesterday, that the application would be made following a negative result on the urine test of the rapper.

Prosecution to apply DNAA for one of Namewee's drug charges

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the government will be getting tough on racial issues, especially those that threaten national harmony.On issues of race, language and the economy, we must respond more firmly. We cannot continue to play on racial or religious sentiments to the point that they hinder the country's progress, he said."If we continue to use the race and colour card, we will never get anywhere. That is why it is time for us to be firm, including on the issue of language," he added.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the government will be getting tough on racial issues, especially those that threaten national harmony.On issues of race, language and the economy, we must respond more firmly. We cannot continue to play on racial or religious sentiments to the point that they hinder the country's progress, he said."If we continue to use the race and colour card, we will never get anywhere. That is why it is time for us to be firm, including on the issue of language," he added.

We will deal with race, religion issues more firmly, says Anwar

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the appointment of Hannah Yeoh as minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories), along with Lo Su Fui as her deputy, will not undermine the Malay agenda in the federal territories.He said that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had considered several factors before appointing Yeoh and Lo to lead the portfolios.He also gave his assurance that the prime minister and the deputy prime ministers, including himself, will continue to work together in monitoring developments to ensure that the national agenda is always accorded priority.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Anwar has defended his decision to appoint Yeoh, saying that it was incomprehensible to reject her just because of her race.He added that to reject a person because of her colour and race is atrocious in this day and age.Yeoh is the first non-Malay to be appointed to the Federal Territories portfolio since the post and its various iterations were created in 1976.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the appointment of Hannah Yeoh as minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories), along with Lo Su Fui as her deputy, will not undermine the Malay agenda in the federal territories.He said that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim had considered several factors before appointing Yeoh and Lo to lead the portfolios.He also gave his assurance that the prime minister and the deputy prime ministers, including himself, will continue to work together in monitoring developments to ensure that the national agenda is always accorded priority.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Anwar has defended his decision to appoint Yeoh, saying that it was incomprehensible to reject her just because of her race.He added that to reject a person because of her colour and race is atrocious in this day and age.Yeoh is the first non-Malay to be appointed to the Federal Territories portfolio since the post and its various iterations were created in 1976.___________________📌 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: FT Malays won't be undermined, says Zahid; Anwar hits out at 'atrocious' racist backlash

Government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil today said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Marhamah Rosli had provided a “comprehensive” explanation to criticisms against her appointment.Speaking to reporters during a final post-cabinet press conference for this year, Fahmi cited Marhamah’s explanations, which covered issues including her involvement in raising funds for the “Justice for Zara” campaign.

Government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil today said Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Marhamah Rosli had provided a “comprehensive” explanation to criticisms against her appointment.Speaking to reporters during a final post-cabinet press conference for this year, Fahmi cited Marhamah’s explanations, which covered issues including her involvement in raising funds for the “Justice for Zara” campaign.

New deputy minister explained fraud claims comprehensively, says Fahmi

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has urged the public not to speculate on the shooting incident in Durian Tunggal, Malacca, which resulted in the deaths of three individuals.It warned that assumptions or the dissemination of unverified information could undermine the investigation and erode public confidence in the justice system.

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has urged the public not to speculate on the shooting incident in Durian Tunggal, Malacca, which resulted in the deaths of three individuals.It warned that assumptions or the dissemination of unverified information could undermine the investigation and erode public confidence in the justice system.

AGC calls on public not to speculate on Malacca shooting

In a curious contest of “condolences”, PKR Youth deputy chief Nabil Halimi has turned the tables on PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, accusing him of an unremarkable stint as the shadow youth and sports minister.He extended his “condolences” to the Pasir Mas MP for being part of Perikatan Nasional’s shadow cabinet, which he described as “shadows without substance”.

In a curious contest of “condolences”, PKR Youth deputy chief Nabil Halimi has turned the tables on PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari, accusing him of an unremarkable stint as the shadow youth and sports minister.He extended his “condolences” to the Pasir Mas MP for being part of Perikatan Nasional’s shadow cabinet, which he described as “shadows without substance”.

PKR Youth leader hits back at Fadhli over condolence remarks

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) to, among others, identify specific laws or provisions that may affect press freedom to strengthen media freedom.While acknowledging MMC’s role in advising the government on efforts to strengthen media freedom, he also urged the council to outline clear parameters regarding media freedom and recommend appropriate limits, particularly within the context of Malaysia being a multi-religious society.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged the Malaysian Media Council (MMC) to, among others, identify specific laws or provisions that may affect press freedom to strengthen media freedom.While acknowledging MMC’s role in advising the government on efforts to strengthen media freedom, he also urged the council to outline clear parameters regarding media freedom and recommend appropriate limits, particularly within the context of Malaysia being a multi-religious society.

Media council can advise on laws inhibiting press freedom, says Anwar

Deputy DAP secretary-general Hannah Yeoh made history on Monday as the first Chinese and the first non-Muslim minister to hold the Federal Territories portfolio since the post and its various iterations were first created in 1976.And with that honour comes new challenges on top of the existing responsibilities of the job.There has been several backlash over her appointment especially on matters concerning Kampung Baru and on the possiiblity of local elections.

Deputy DAP secretary-general Hannah Yeoh made history on Monday as the first Chinese and the first non-Muslim minister to hold the Federal Territories portfolio since the post and its various iterations were first created in 1976.And with that honour comes new challenges on top of the existing responsibilities of the job.There has been several backlash over her appointment especially on matters concerning Kampung Baru and on the possiiblity of local elections.

Yeoh's new job pressures - DBKL reforms, Kampung Baru, and pardons

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended his decision to appoint DAP deputy secretary-general Hannah Yeoh as the minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories).He said it was incomprehensible to reject her just because of her race.Anwar also explained the dropping of some ministers and his reasoning behind the new cabinet line-up.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has defended his decision to appoint DAP deputy secretary-general Hannah Yeoh as the minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories).He said it was incomprehensible to reject her just because of her race.Anwar also explained the dropping of some ministers and his reasoning behind the new cabinet line-up.

PM explains cabinet appointments, defends Yeoh as FT minister

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim chaired the first cabinet meeting following the reshuffle today.The meeting was held after the presentation of appointment letters, as well as the oath-taking of office, allegiance and secrecy by ministers and deputy ministers at Istana Negara.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim chaired the first cabinet meeting following the reshuffle today.The meeting was held after the presentation of appointment letters, as well as the oath-taking of office, allegiance and secrecy by ministers and deputy ministers at Istana Negara.

Anwar holds first cabinet meeting after reshuffle

A legal representative for businessperson Albert Tei has doubled down on calls for authorities to release video recordings documenting a raid on his client’s home in Puchong, Selangor, last month.Taking aim at Selangor police chief Shazeli Kahar’s recent claim that police have yet to find evidence of MACC officers pointing guns at Tei and his wife, Lee Pei Rie, during the raid, lawyer Mahajoth Singh said the ongoing dispute could be resolved by releasing the footage.

A legal representative for businessperson Albert Tei has doubled down on calls for authorities to release video recordings documenting a raid on his client’s home in Puchong, Selangor, last month.Taking aim at Selangor police chief Shazeli Kahar’s recent claim that police have yet to find evidence of MACC officers pointing guns at Tei and his wife, Lee Pei Rie, during the raid, lawyer Mahajoth Singh said the ongoing dispute could be resolved by releasing the footage.

Albert's lawyer: CCTV, bodycam footage of MACC raid should be released

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has urged the government not to dismiss public sentiment surrounding the recent cabinet reshuffle.Asyraf highlighted several questions raised by the public over the new cabinet line-up, which he said should not be taken lightly.He said one of the concerns involved the appointment of Hannah Yeoh, a Chinese DAP leader, as Minister of the Federal Territories, together with Lo Su Fui, a Chinese representative from GRS, as Deputy Minister.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi took a sarcastic swipe at newly appointed Deputy Higher Education Minister Adam Adli, daring him to push for the abolition of the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN), now that he holds the portfolio.Puad told Adam to "speak up loudly" during post-cabinet meetings at the Higher Education Ministry, to demand the loan scheme’s abolition, adding that only then would his past activism appear worthwhile.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki has urged the government not to dismiss public sentiment surrounding the recent cabinet reshuffle.Asyraf highlighted several questions raised by the public over the new cabinet line-up, which he said should not be taken lightly.He said one of the concerns involved the appointment of Hannah Yeoh, a Chinese DAP leader, as Minister of the Federal Territories, together with Lo Su Fui, a Chinese representative from GRS, as Deputy Minister.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi took a sarcastic swipe at newly appointed Deputy Higher Education Minister Adam Adli, daring him to push for the abolition of the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN), now that he holds the portfolio.Puad told Adam to "speak up loudly" during post-cabinet meetings at the Higher Education Ministry, to demand the loan scheme’s abolition, adding that only then would his past activism appear worthwhile.___________________📌 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: Address public sentiment on cabinet wisely - Asyraf; Puad reminds Adam of PTPTN pledge

A PKR assemblyperson has lauded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for appointing R Ramanan as human resources minister and R Yuvaneswaran as deputy minister for national unity, saying the move recognises the voice, aspirations, and contributions of the Indian community.Dr Gunaraj George thanked Anwar, who is also PKR president, for listening to the concerns and appeals of the Indian community, particularly the need for a full minister of Indian descent who is able to speak Tamil within the cabinet.

A PKR assemblyperson has lauded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for appointing R Ramanan as human resources minister and R Yuvaneswaran as deputy minister for national unity, saying the move recognises the voice, aspirations, and contributions of the Indian community.Dr Gunaraj George thanked Anwar, who is also PKR president, for listening to the concerns and appeals of the Indian community, particularly the need for a full minister of Indian descent who is able to speak Tamil within the cabinet.

Ramanan's appointment as minister shows PM heeds Indian community - PKR rep

Senior Hamas official Ghazi Hamad on Tuesday accused Israel of repeatedly violating the ceasefire deal in Gaza and killing around 400 Palestinians since the truce.The Hamas leader said that Israel had committed over 800 violations, including killings, executions, firing on civilians, bombings and assassinations since the ceasefire agreement came into force on October 10.Hamad also accused the Israeli forces of repeatedly crossing the "yellow line," which marks the zone from which Israeli troops have not withdrawn in the Palestinian enclave as part of the ceasefire arrangements.*Visual provided by CCTV+

Senior Hamas official Ghazi Hamad on Tuesday accused Israel of repeatedly violating the ceasefire deal in Gaza and killing around 400 Palestinians since the truce.The Hamas leader said that Israel had committed over 800 violations, including killings, executions, firing on civilians, bombings and assassinations since the ceasefire agreement came into force on October 10.Hamad also accused the Israeli forces of repeatedly crossing the "yellow line," which marks the zone from which Israeli troops have not withdrawn in the Palestinian enclave as part of the ceasefire arrangements.*Visual provided by CCTV+

Hamas accuses Israel of repeatedly violating Gaza ceasefire deal

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has indicated that his Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition is unlikely to field a candidate in the twin by-election for Kinabatangan parliament and Lamag state seat next month.Speaking to reporters after a Sabah state-assembly sitting in Kota Kinabalu yesterday, the GRS chairperson also hinted at possible support for a candidate to be fielded by Umno.

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has indicated that his Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) coalition is unlikely to field a candidate in the twin by-election for Kinabatangan parliament and Lamag state seat next month.Speaking to reporters after a Sabah state-assembly sitting in Kota Kinabalu yesterday, the GRS chairperson also hinted at possible support for a candidate to be fielded by Umno.

GRS will 'give way' to Umno in Lamag, Kinabatangan - Hajiji

Police investigation into the fatal shooting of three suspected robbers in Durian Tunggal, Malacca, last month has been reclassified as a murder case.This followed the Attorney-General's Chambers’ instruction (AGC) after examining a report submitted by the police on the case.

Police investigation into the fatal shooting of three suspected robbers in Durian Tunggal, Malacca, last month has been reclassified as a murder case.This followed the Attorney-General's Chambers’ instruction (AGC) after examining a report submitted by the police on the case.

AGC orders Durian Tunggal shooting probe to be reclassified as murder

Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi took a sarcastic swipe at newly appointed Deputy Higher Education Minister Adam Adli Abd Halim, daring him to push for the abolition of the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) debts, now that he holds the portfolio.Puad mockingly urged Adam to "speak up loudly" during post-cabinet meetings at the Higher Education Ministry, to demand its, adding that only then would his past activism appear worthwhile.

Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi took a sarcastic swipe at newly appointed Deputy Higher Education Minister Adam Adli Abd Halim, daring him to push for the abolition of the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) debts, now that he holds the portfolio.Puad mockingly urged Adam to "speak up loudly" during post-cabinet meetings at the Higher Education Ministry, to demand its, adding that only then would his past activism appear worthwhile.

Puad reminds Adam of pledge to abolish PTPTN loan

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled his latest cabinet line-up.The major shake-up saw two ministers dropped - PKR’s Dr Zaliha Mustafa and Senator Na’im Mokhtar.The reshuffle followed vacancies in four ministries - economy; investment, trade, and industry; natural resources and environmental sustainability; and entrepreneur development and cooperatives - due to resignations and the end of a senatorship.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a PAS leader offered his “condolences”, mourning what he claimed was the death of reformasi.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said this in response to Anwar’s decision to retain the finance portfolio."The key promise of ‘reformasi’ has now been officially buried. Condolences,” the Pasir Mas MP said.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has unveiled his latest cabinet line-up.The major shake-up saw two ministers dropped - PKR’s Dr Zaliha Mustafa and Senator Na’im Mokhtar.The reshuffle followed vacancies in four ministries - economy; investment, trade, and industry; natural resources and environmental sustainability; and entrepreneur development and cooperatives - due to resignations and the end of a senatorship.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a PAS leader offered his “condolences”, mourning what he claimed was the death of reformasi.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said this in response to Anwar’s decision to retain the finance portfolio."The key promise of ‘reformasi’ has now been officially buried. Condolences,” the Pasir Mas MP said.___________________📌 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: Cabinet reshuffle - Johari helms Miti, FT for Yeoh; 'Condolences' -PAS says reformasi dead

Amid an ongoing corruption trial, PKR has replaced Shamsul Iskandar Akin, former senior political secretary to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as the party's Malacca chief.PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh said the party's political bureau has named Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim to lead the Malacca state leadership council in an acting capacity.

Amid an ongoing corruption trial, PKR has replaced Shamsul Iskandar Akin, former senior political secretary to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as the party's Malacca chief.PKR secretary-general Fuziah Salleh said the party's political bureau has named Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim to lead the Malacca state leadership council in an acting capacity.

PKR drops Shamsul as Malacca chief, Adam Adli to replace him

MIC president SA Vigneswaran said his party is in no rush to decide on whether or not to leave BN.Instead, he said it was BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi who appeared overly eager for MIC to immediately decide on its direction.

MIC president SA Vigneswaran said his party is in no rush to decide on whether or not to leave BN.Instead, he said it was BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi who appeared overly eager for MIC to immediately decide on its direction.

Vigneswaran: MIC takes note of 'desperate' Zahid's warning

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