Archive - 29 January 2019

Almost 2,000 Nepali glove factory workers end 3-day strike

Almost 2,000 Nepali glove factory workers end 3-day strike

Picket called off after the management of WRP Asia agrees to pay their outstanding salaries.

Pakistan court upholds acquittal of Asia Bibi

Pakistan court upholds acquittal of Asia Bibi

Petition filed by Islamists calling for her execution is dismissed by the Supreme Court.

Dr M seeks fit, smart and sympathetic candidate for Semenyih

Dr M seeks fit, smart and sympathetic candidate for Semenyih

Mahathir assures that Harapan will find the best candidate after the loss in Cameron.

PM: Both Azmin and Guan Eng were right on ECRL

PM: Both Azmin and Guan Eng were right on ECRL

UPDATED 9.54PM | 'What happened was that both are right, but the timing was wrong,' says Mahathir.

MCMC to conclude assessment of Huawei 5G network this year

MCMC to conclude assessment of Huawei 5G network this year

Putrajaya will wait on the report before making a decision amid growing cyber espionage fears.

TI-M urges rethink of public-private partnerships, GLCs

TI-M urges rethink of public-private partnerships, GLCs

Akhbar Satar says the gov't should prioritise the people's welfare, not get itself involved in business.

Selangor police chief appointed to head CCID

Selangor police chief appointed to head CCID

Mazlan Mansor will replace acting department head Saiful Azly Kamaruddin with immediate effect.

All lawmakers, public officials should declare assets in full - TI-M

All lawmakers, public officials should declare assets in full - TI-M

Akhbar Satar asks Harapan to take a leaf out of the Penang government's book.

Over half of RCEP chapters have been finalised - Leiking

Over half of RCEP chapters have been finalised - Leiking

The China-backed trade agreement involves 10 Asean and six Asia-Pacific countries.

No-discount policy for RTD compounds stays

No-discount policy for RTD compounds stays

'We do not want motorists to take the summonses lightly,' says Anthony Loke.

Cops to assist RCI on Wang Kelian

Cops to assist RCI on Wang Kelian

The RCI is expected to present its report in about six months. 
66,600 low-income households enjoy RM40 electricity rebate

66,600 low-income households enjoy RM40 electricity rebate

However, energy minister says 142,200 households under e-Kasih have yet to sign up for the programme.

Abu Bakar Bashir to be monitored if freed - IGP

Abu Bakar Bashir to be monitored if freed - IGP

This is because Malaysia faced ongoing threats from Jemaah Islamiah (JI) activities.
PTPTN announces 4pct dividend for SSPN savings scheme

PTPTN announces 4pct dividend for SSPN savings scheme

Chairperson Wan Saiful says depositors will receive tax relief and takaful coverage.

Ikea to open RM900m distribution centre in Pulau Indah

Ikea to open RM900m distribution centre in Pulau Indah

It will have an estimated storage capacity of 192,800 cubic metres. 
Follow PM's lead and chase down corrupt officials, TI-M tells gov't

Follow PM's lead and chase down corrupt officials, TI-M tells gov't

Akhbar Satar says that it sometimes seems as if Mahathir is fighting graft by himself.

PSM 'most likely' to contest in Semenyih

PSM 'most likely' to contest in Semenyih

The final decision will be made at a meeting this weekend, says S Arutchelvan.

An open letter to the PM and ministers on ECRL

An open letter to the PM and ministers on ECRL

MP SPEAKS | The gov't should consider restructuring the timeline or scale, instead of cancelling the project.

The incredulous figures of visitor arrivals into M'sia

The incredulous figures of visitor arrivals into M'sia

LETTER | We seem to be falling short of achieving the projected number of visitors for 2020.

Ambiga: Don't blame Manogaran for defeat in Cameron

Ambiga: Don't blame Manogaran for defeat in Cameron

She says the DAP man has been working tirelessly for years without fanfare.

May 9 was not it - we shall have to overcome our struggles some other day

May 9 was not it - we shall have to overcome our struggles some other day

MP SPEAKS | The fight for equality, social justice and freedom is far from over.
DAP rep appointed to Islamic agency's board, Umno Youth sees red

DAP rep appointed to Islamic agency's board, Umno Youth sees red

Sheikh Omar Ali's appointment based on his religious credentials, says minister.
Malaysia moves up a notch in 2018 TI corruption index

Malaysia moves up a notch in 2018 TI corruption index

UPDATED 8.50PM | Country's overall score of 47 remains unchanged from 2017, says the international watchdog.

Gerakan takes Penang to task for flip-flopping on housing policy

Gerakan takes Penang to task for flip-flopping on housing policy

This comes after the state announced that affordable housing will be sold to non-Penangites.

Seven granted leave to challenge smoking ban at eateries

Seven granted leave to challenge smoking ban at eateries

The High Court in Kuala Lumpur, however, dismisses their bid for an order to suspend the ban.

After Cameron tumble, can Harapan hold on to Semenyih?

After Cameron tumble, can Harapan hold on to Semenyih?

Harapan will be defending its seat against BN and PAS, which have received a shot in the arm from Saturday's by-election.

DPM: Women make up only 19pct of board members in listed companies

DPM: Women make up only 19pct of board members in listed companies

UPDATED 3.43PM | Wan Azizah says more has to be done in regard to female participation at a higher level. 

Bank Negara's RM1b fund to help B40 M'sians own their first home

Bank Negara's RM1b fund to help B40 M'sians own their first home

The newly launched housing loan scheme is as announced in the Budget 2019 speech last November.

PSM: Penang's new housing measures benefit developers, not housebuyers

PSM: Penang's new housing measures benefit developers, not housebuyers

Choo Chon Kai says state exco failed to acknowledge unaffordable prices as the root problem.

Polish coach rejects offer to train M'sian swimmers due to Israeli ban

Polish coach rejects offer to train M'sian swimmers due to Israeli ban

Bartlomiej Kizierowski was slated to replace Paul Birmingham, who resigned last year.

BN’s victory just a page turner of its GE14 prequel

BN’s victory just a page turner of its GE14 prequel

LETTER | By-elections must not be underestimated but treated as important chapters in politics.
Reforming the prison system: A new perspective

Reforming the prison system: A new perspective

COMMENT | Do we want people who are angry upon returning to society, or people who are rehabilitated?

Dewan Rakyat secretary gets contract extension - sources

Dewan Rakyat secretary gets contract extension - sources

Roosme Hamzah will purportedly stay on for one more year to facilitate Harapan's power transition.  

Guan Eng: PM told me not to make statements on ECRL for now

Guan Eng: PM told me not to make statements on ECRL for now

UPDATED 3.19PM | The finance minister says this when asked on the government's decision on the railway project. 

Housing industry trapped in its own folly

Housing industry trapped in its own folly

LETTER | The RM22b property sale in March won't make a difference to the deeper problem M'sia faces. 

Aide: Fresh charges to punish Najib over Cameron Highlands win

Aide: Fresh charges to punish Najib over Cameron Highlands win

Former PM's lead counsel also criticises the prosecution, which he terms as 'negligent'.

NACP launched, aims to tackle corruption for next five years

NACP launched, aims to tackle corruption for next five years

Dr M says the anti-corruption plan serves as a warning to everyone, including himself and the ministers.
NACP: 'Interfering politicians' key obstacle in fighting corruption

NACP: 'Interfering politicians' key obstacle in fighting corruption

'Such interferences happen in decision-making, involving procurement, job appointment and legal system'.

Dr M: Saddled with heavy debt, ECRL will 'impoverish' us

Dr M: Saddled with heavy debt, ECRL will 'impoverish' us

UPDATED 12.21PM | 'This contract will cost us more than RM100 billion. It will impoverish us.'

PKR rep: Using post-May 13 pointers for new cultural policy not a good idea

PKR rep: Using post-May 13 pointers for new cultural policy not a good idea

The new policy should embrace and promote cultural diversity, says Bukit Tengah assemblyperson.

China's dominance in Asean must come with moral leadership

China's dominance in Asean must come with moral leadership

LETTER | While China's investments in the Belt and Road Initiative are welcomed, there has to be transparency, accountability, and good governance. 

There's a need for an alternative political model for rural areas

There's a need for an alternative political model for rural areas

ADUN SPEAKS | It was the nature of the economic subsistence in Cameron Highlands that predisposed the community to vote for BN. 

US charges Huawei with conspiring to violate Iran sanctions

US charges Huawei with conspiring to violate Iran sanctions

Additionally, the US Justice Department says Huawei stole robotic technology from carrier T-Mobile US Inc.

Kadir Jasin: People will be happier with Harapan if Najib is in jail soon

Kadir Jasin: People will be happier with Harapan if Najib is in jail soon

The veteran newsman, in his assessment of the ruling coalition, also chides some ministers for not being people-friendly.

Netanyahu to eject foreign observers in flashpoint Hebron

Netanyahu to eject foreign observers in flashpoint Hebron

'We will not allow the continued presence of an international force that acts against us.'
Pilot had 'emotional breakdown' before deadly Nepal crash

Pilot had 'emotional breakdown' before deadly Nepal crash

US-Bangla Airlines flight caught fire on landing in Kathmandu, killing 51 of the 71 people aboard.
When is it a sin to disagree with Mahathir?

When is it a sin to disagree with Mahathir?

COMMENT | Sarawak is biggest loser in the cancellation of Paralympic swimming event.
Vell Paari explains why plug pulled on Tamil Nesan

Vell Paari explains why plug pulled on Tamil Nesan

Several reasons, including rising costs, fall in circulation and drop in advertising revenue are given by its MD.

Yoursay: Alas, we’re too divided to implement reforms

Yoursay: Alas, we’re too divided to implement reforms

YOURSAY | ‘Ultimately, it's about fixing rules, empowering people, accepting risk and imposing meritocracy.’

Rafizi planning 'biggest jobs interview in M'sian history'

Rafizi planning 'biggest jobs interview in M'sian history'

The PKR veep aims for an event to attract hundreds of thousands of job seekers.

Yoursay: Israel ban a low-risk, high-return strategy for politicians

Yoursay: Israel ban a low-risk, high-return strategy for politicians

YOURSAY | ‘So, when are we standing up to the Saudis?’

Shutdown costs pegged at US$3b as US gov't reopens

Shutdown costs pegged at US$3b as US gov't reopens

800,000 federal employees returned to work yesterday, after 35 days without pay.

The clear messages from Cameron Highlands

The clear messages from Cameron Highlands

QUESTION TIME | Bersatu should not exclude a possible alliance with PAS, thus pulling the carpet from under Umno.

GFI: Malaysia at No 3 in illicit financial outflows in 2015

GFI: Malaysia at No 3 in illicit financial outflows in 2015

Global Financial Integrity in its report calls for tight enforcement of anti-money laundering laws.

Confusion over fate of ECRL; PM diagnoses Harapan's problem

Confusion over fate of ECRL; PM diagnoses Harapan's problem

KINI ROUNDUP | Key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.