Archive - 12 March 2020

Johor Pakatan Harapan had requested to hold a special sitting.

Youth and Sports Minister Reezal Merican Naina Merican says they will do so in the near future.

CORONAVIRUS | It is being prepped as an infectious disease facility to focus on Covid-19 patients.

CORONAVIRUS | An independent board member of the Securities Commission Malaysia has also tested positive for the virus.

The names of three candidates have been submitted to the Perak ruler.

The use of such hand sanitiser is permissible as it is considered a necessity and forgivable, says the FT Mufti’s Office.

UPDATED 9.03PM | CORONAVIRUS | Meanwhile, six patients have been discharged after they recovered from Covid-19.

UPDATED 8.04PM | This comes as Umno MPs voice dissatisfaction with cabinet line-up.

Abang Johari Openg: The interpretation of Federation of Malaya Agreement 1957 should be amended to refer to MA63.

It also calls for plans to establish the Independent Police Complaints and Misconduct Commission to be cancelled.

He will be taking over from Annuar Musa who has been appointed a minister.

Environment Ministry issues statement claiming report inaccurate but did not specify what the error was.

CORONAVIRUS | But some events deemed critical will go on with health precaution measures in place.

CORONAVIRUS | The suspension takes effect until March 29, and includes all church gatherings.

UPDATED 6.50PM | | They are former MB Faizal Azumu, Umno's Saarani Mohamad and PAS' Razman Zakaria.

Follow the latest updates and essential information on the outbreak in Malaysia, all in one place.

Former PM, however, says some, including his political secretary, could not accept Lim's policies.

CORONAVIRUS | Gov't reluctant to disclose affected areas to prevent patient identification, which has given rise to fake lists online.

This after the Federal Court grants Lim Lip Eng leave to appeal in a suit filed against him by MCA.

Having yet to enter his new office, Zulkifli says he will see which matter has the utmost priority to focus on first.

UPDATED 4.40PM | CORONAVIRUS | State Health Depts tracking down over 5,000 M'sians who participated in 'Ijtimak Tabligh' at Seri Petaling Mosque.

A whole experience beyond just the gimmicks.

Hamzah Zainuddin says any action, if necessary, will be based on the law and Constitution.

Coronavirus clips national carrier's wings. MAS says more than 2,000 flights cancelled.

UPDATED 4.55PM | 1MDB TRIAL | However, there is no suggestion that the lawyers came into contact with a confirmed case of Covid-19.

CORONAVIRUS | The kingdom will impose a fine of up to RM566,000 on those who did not disclose health information, travel details at entry points.

CORONAVIRUS | New patients are friends who shared drinks, cigarettes on two occasions last month, say Thai officials.

Federal Court orders Tengku Sulaiman to pay RM50k in costs each to five members of the Terengganu Royal Council, Terengganu gov't.

Long-serving former prime minister claims that Muhyiddin betrayed Bersatu's struggle.

CORONAVIRUS | Those with symptoms told to avoid crowded areas and to not attend public events.

New defence minister says PN gov't will remain committed to ensuring the country's security.

The World Health Organization describes the coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic.

Leaders of coalition parties need to decide Harapan's formal stand on Perikatan Nasional, says PKR's Nik Nazmi.

He says the Chinese and Indian communities will not support this government because they are not represented.

CORONAVIRUS | Zulkifli Mohamad says the sermon will have to be cut short due to the Covid-19 outbreak.

Former PM offers a candid look at his life, politics and 1MDB in a documentary called 'Dirty Money'.

CORONAVIRUS | Trump also announces emergency funds to boost the US economy, plunging global markets.

They want the deputy education minister not to repeat the past mistakes of DAP.

UPDATED 1.30PM | CORONAVIRUS | This comes after the new coronavirus was classified by the WHO as a pandemic.

LETTER | Consumers are suffering. The government should give priority to address their issues and concerns.

Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad says the list of individuals sacked from PKR included Azmin and Zuraida.

UPDATED | 4.40PM | Unlike other Malay leaders, the PKR president formed a multi-racial party and teamed up with DAP, says ex-PM.

UPDATED 12.04PM | But there will be no compromise when it comes to fake news, says communications and multimedia minister.

This after the DPP applies for new mention date to allow the new AG to decide on Riza’s letter of representation.

In the Harapan saga, there appears to be more than meets the eye.

Trade considerations, such as palm oil, should not be at the expense of defending oppression of India's Muslims.

CORONAVIRUS | ‘Forrest Gump’ actor in Australia for film shoot, they got tested after feeling unwell.

LIVE DAY 14 | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from Rosmah Mansor's corruption trial over the solar energy project.

LIVE | Malaysiakini brings you live reports from ex-premier Najib Abdul Razak's 1MDB trial.

COMMENT | Will Malaysia become even more 'religious' under the 'back door regime'? Will hudud law be implemented?