Archive - 5 October 2019

Economist questions if SPV2030 is really for all

Economist questions if SPV2030 is really for all

His queries encompass the non-bumiputera, Khazanah Nasional and equity distribution among others.

Najib says Putrajaya's maths for 2030 GDP target is wrong. Is it?

Najib says Putrajaya's maths for 2030 GDP target is wrong. Is it?

Ex-PM claims growth would have to average of 7.36 percent annually to hit target.

Salleh Said Keruak applies to join PKR, party says this will be discussed

Salleh Said Keruak applies to join PKR, party says this will be discussed

UPDATED 9.43PM | He has apparently joined PKR's Kota Belud division 'secretly'.

Citing Brexit cautionary tale, Thomas believes AG should not be an MP

Citing Brexit cautionary tale, Thomas believes AG should not be an MP

A political AG could be pressured when advising or prosecuting the government, says Tommy Thomas. 

Tg Piai - Wee says won't interpret Zahid's comments, will wait for BN decision

Tg Piai - Wee says won't interpret Zahid's comments, will wait for BN decision

The Umno president earlier today hinted that Umno may contest the seat which has traditionally been MCA's. 

GST should not be reintroduced, impose CGT instead

GST should not be reintroduced, impose CGT instead

LETTER | A capital gains tax can be an alternative in place of GST

Insurance companies welcome to contribute to Sosco - Kula Segaran

Insurance companies welcome to contribute to Sosco - Kula Segaran

However, this can only be implemented if all insurance agents and consultants are willing to contribute.

Raid on gynaecologist's office not racially motivated - deputy minister

Raid on gynaecologist's office not racially motivated - deputy minister

There were complaints that the clinic in Bukit Damansara and the items on its premises were not registered with the MOH, he says.

Demography not key factor in deciding BN candidate for Tanjung Piai - MCA

Demography not key factor in deciding BN candidate for Tanjung Piai - MCA

Tanjung Piai was a traditional MCA seat before it was won by Bersatu in GE14.

Nuclear power in Malaysia - a 'yes' or a 'no'?

Nuclear power in Malaysia - a 'yes' or a 'no'?

LETTER |  Let us discard old thinking and instead embrace innovative ideas.

UN's OHCHR ready to support Malaysia in human rights agenda

UN's OHCHR ready to support Malaysia in human rights agenda

COMMENT | I urge Malaysians to celebrate their kaleidoscope of ethnicity, religion, language but beware of those who stoke hatred.

Judiciary's independence is supreme, says CJ

Judiciary's independence is supreme, says CJ

'No law may curtail the inherent power of the courts to engage in judicial review.'

Azmin: SPV2030 will continue efforts to reach 30% bumiputera equity ownership

Azmin: SPV2030 will continue efforts to reach 30% bumiputera equity ownership

Bumiputera equity ownership fell from 23 percent in 2011 to 16.2 percent in 2015.

Keep making noise - EC chief tells public to press Harapan on reforms

Keep making noise - EC chief tells public to press Harapan on reforms

‘People who are in power will get comfortable, you have to continue making them uncomfortable,’ says Azhar Azizan Harun.

AG: People have more democratic space since GE14

AG: People have more democratic space since GE14

He says the best proof is that no one has been prosecuted despite all the criticism he received on social media.

Use influence to benefit people - Anwar

Use influence to benefit people - Anwar

He says following the Addabani Rabbi spirit will allow one to avoid narrow politics.

18 not matured? Explain corruption among older reps - ERC chair told

18 not matured? Explain corruption among older reps - ERC chair told

MCA Youth chief Nicole Wong labels the ERC chairperson's comments as 'regressive'.

Sultan of Perak launches water treatment sytem at Orang Asli Villages

Sultan of Perak launches water treatment sytem at Orang Asli Villages

The water treatment system was installed at seven villages at a cost of RM1.1 million.

Ahmad Zahid hints that Umno might contest in Tanjung Piai

Ahmad Zahid hints that Umno might contest in Tanjung Piai

The Umno presidents says that 57 percent of the voters in the constituency are Malay.

Citing PKR past, Latheefa wants politicians to focus on reforms, not 'pretty speeches'

Citing PKR past, Latheefa wants politicians to focus on reforms, not 'pretty speeches'

Many leaders entrusted to carry out institutional reform have yet to internalise the meaning of constitutionalism, she says.

DAP leader ‘regrets’ Mahathir's party-hopping stance

DAP leader ‘regrets’ Mahathir's party-hopping stance

Ramkarpal says defections happen in Malaysia due to political expediency rather than disillusionment.

Sarawak to have more Stem labs - Abang Johari

Sarawak to have more Stem labs - Abang Johari

Since 2017, Stem labs have been established in ten schools.

Gov't may refine existing taxes and introduce new ones, says Dr M

Gov't may refine existing taxes and introduce new ones, says Dr M

UPDATED 1.20PM | He also says Vision 2020 was not achieved as the previous government was using the wrong strategy and had focused on increasing income and handouts.

Shared Prosperity Vision takes into account more than race - Muhyiddin

Shared Prosperity Vision takes into account more than race - Muhyiddin

He says unlike previous policies, SPV2030 takes a more holistic approach to tackle economic inequality.

SPV2030 to turbo-charge sustainable economic growth - Azmin

SPV2030 to turbo-charge sustainable economic growth - Azmin

He says SPV2030 is the govt's commitment to fair and equitable treatment across races, income classes and regions.

What is the 'Shared Prosperity Vision 2030'?

What is the 'Shared Prosperity Vision 2030'?

KINIGUIDE | What is SPV2030 and how does it affect the development of the country socially and economically?

Hong Kong metro stays shut after night of violent protests

Hong Kong metro stays shut after night of violent protests

The rail operator says that it was no longer in a position to provide safe and reliable service.

Canada opposition chief pressed on US citizenship, drops candidate for anti-gay comments

Canada opposition chief pressed on US citizenship, drops candidate for anti-gay comments

Andrew Scheer says he would renounce his US citizenship after a newspaper broke news of his dual citizenship.

SSPN-i incentives up to RM10,000 to continue for B40 group

SSPN-i incentives up to RM10,000 to continue for B40 group

Members of the public can take advantage of matching grants totalling RM997.5 million that have yet to be disbursed.

Hup Wei first Malaysian high jumper to make finals at World Athletics Championships

Hup Wei first Malaysian high jumper to make finals at World Athletics Championships

He qualified for the finals after making a personal best jump of 2.29m on Tuesday.

Khalid Samad: 90 percent of Kampung Baru landowners agree to sell their lots

Khalid Samad: 90 percent of Kampung Baru landowners agree to sell their lots

Media reports that 90 percent of the landowners were agreeable to the RM850 per sq ft offer were incorrect, he says.

'I was asked why I'm afraid of Malays uniting'

'I was asked why I'm afraid of Malays uniting'

MP SPEAKS | I'm not, if it paves the way for a Malaysian golden age. Can the Malay Dignity Congress do this?

Ku Nan trial: No record of RM2m transaction into Umno's account

Ku Nan trial: No record of RM2m transaction into Umno's account

The former Federal Territories minister stands accused of accepting RM2 million from Aset Kayamas director Chai Kin Kong.

DPM calls on young people to equip themselves with skills, emotional intelligence

DPM calls on young people to equip themselves with skills, emotional intelligence

She says these skills are needed to face future challenges in life.

Organiser’s excuse for not inviting Anwar ‘unreasonable’ - ex-minister

Organiser’s excuse for not inviting Anwar ‘unreasonable’ - ex-minister

UPDATED 2.49PM | ‘As the prime minister-in-waiting, he should know clearly the concerns and issues of the Malays.’

Explainer: HK's controversial anti-mask ban and emergency regulations

Explainer: HK's controversial anti-mask ban and emergency regulations

The colonial-era emergency powers for the first time in more than 50 years.

Another teen shot after Hong Kong imposes emergency powers

Another teen shot after Hong Kong imposes emergency powers

Hospital Authority said a 14-year-old was in a serious condition, without giving further details.
Syed Husin: Is Dr M steering nation towards 'kleptocratic cronyism'?

Syed Husin: Is Dr M steering nation towards 'kleptocratic cronyism'?

INTERVIEW | PKR founding member claims PM has reverted to the 'old Mahathir' and enriching those close to him.

Dr M has telegraphed that Harapan cannot be trusted

Dr M has telegraphed that Harapan cannot be trusted

COMMENT | The Harapan manifesto is not worth the paper it is printed on.

Yoursay: Who caused loss of Malay dignity – corrupt leaders or non-Malays?

Yoursay: Who caused loss of Malay dignity – corrupt leaders or non-Malays?

YOURSAY | ‘This Malay Dignity Congress is not the first and it will not be the last.’
Dr M advises HK leader to step down and 8 other things that happened yesterday

Dr M advises HK leader to step down and 8 other things that happened yesterday

KINI ROUNDUP | Here are key headlines you may have missed yesterday, in brief.