Archive - 22 February 2023

Minister: Menu Rahmah a quick fix while seeking long-term solution

Minister: Menu Rahmah a quick fix while seeking long-term solution

PARLIAMENT | Govt unsure of its sustainability, Salahuddin says.
LCS: Ministry to refer to AGC on International Settlement Agreement

LCS: Ministry to refer to AGC on International Settlement Agreement

PARLIAMENT | Mohamad cites issue with third party's indemnity letter.
MACC busts investment scam syndicate with arrest of 10

MACC busts investment scam syndicate with arrest of 10

Seven foreigners among those arrested.
At town hall meeting, minister vows to address house officers’ woes

At town hall meeting, minister vows to address house officers’ woes

This includes cases of bullying in government hospitals.
China, Asean to intensify negotiations on South China Sea code

China, Asean to intensify negotiations on South China Sea code

Crisis in military-ruled Myanmar is also being discussed.
Bill related to abolition of mandatory death penalty to be tabled next month

Bill related to abolition of mandatory death penalty to be tabled next month

It's expected to be passed in April and gazetted by May.
Napic hopes developers will carry out feasibility study to reduce overhang

Napic hopes developers will carry out feasibility study to reduce overhang

Malacca the only state that emphasised submission of feasibility studies.
Wee spices up Dewan Rakyat debate with three eggs

Wee spices up Dewan Rakyat debate with three eggs

PARLIAMENT | Ayer Hitam MP uses them to compare sizes and prices.
Over 120k new migrant worker arrivals since Jan 17 - Saifuddin

Over 120k new migrant worker arrivals since Jan 17 - Saifuddin

PARLIAMENT | Number still far from targeted 500k new hires, he says.
'Minimum 10k citizenship applications to be decided by year end'

'Minimum 10k citizenship applications to be decided by year end'

UPDATED 8.25PM | PARLIAMENT | Saifuddin sets this KPI for the Home Ministry.
Six states mull assembly dissolutions in late June

Six states mull assembly dissolutions in late June

Consensus was reached at a meeting of the six state heads.
Nga: Ministry to finalise campsite guidelines by end-April

Nga: Ministry to finalise campsite guidelines by end-April

PARLIAMENT | Guidelines drafted following Batang Kali landslide tragedy in December 2022.
Pro-Lynas rally tomorrow amid conditional license renewal

Pro-Lynas rally tomorrow amid conditional license renewal

Lynas workers warn the conditions could lead to job losses.
PM's Dept conducts public surveys on cabinet's 100-day performance

PM's Dept conducts public surveys on cabinet's 100-day performance

Survey's three main criteria are performance, leadership, and public perception.
Dr M: Losing deposit in Langkawi doesn't mean I will shut up

Dr M: Losing deposit in Langkawi doesn't mean I will shut up

'As long as there's life, I will continue to speak,' says ex-PM.
Loke: Driving licence renewal duration may be extended to up to 10 years

Loke: Driving licence renewal duration may be extended to up to 10 years

UPDATED 5.54PM | PARLIAMENT | Ministry will come up with a paper on this, he says.
Govt to boost automation in plantation sector - Fadillah

Govt to boost automation in plantation sector - Fadillah

PARLIAMENT | The DPM says this will reduce reliance on labour.
EC: No by-election to fill Batang Kali state seat vacancy

EC: No by-election to fill Batang Kali state seat vacancy

Under Selangor constitution, there's no need for by-election, it notes.

'PAS funding Bersatu' - Where's the money from, asks Umno leader

'PAS funding Bersatu' - Where's the money from, asks Umno leader

PAS said it doesn't have money to fix water woes in Kelantan, reminds Isham.

Govt to build new water treatment plants to address low water reserves

Govt to build new water treatment plants to address low water reserves

Low reserves causing frequent supply disruptions, says Minister Nik Nazmi.
Siti Bainun denies forcing Bella to eat chilli, faeces, and other abuses

Siti Bainun denies forcing Bella to eat chilli, faeces, and other abuses

She is also accused of splashing hot water, using hot pan on Bella.
Anwar sends letter of demand to Pendang MP

Anwar sends letter of demand to Pendang MP

This is over Awang Hashim's 'more vindictive than Dr M' remarks.
Govt to expand TVET programme with 3 new courses - Zahid

Govt to expand TVET programme with 3 new courses - Zahid

PARLIAMENT | The new courses are TVET Tahfiz, TVET Junior and TVET Techno-entrepreneur. 
LRT structural damage likely caused by 44-storey hotel construction

LRT structural damage likely caused by 44-storey hotel construction

Minister says the project started without government approval.
Fiscal Responsibility Act to cap ceiling on debt - Ahmad

Fiscal Responsibility Act to cap ceiling on debt - Ahmad

The proposed law will see no further increase in debt.
Muhyiddin accepts Wan Saiful's resignation, says it does not imply guilt

Muhyiddin accepts Wan Saiful's resignation, says it does not imply guilt

Party chief calls it a 'noble' act that dignifies Bersatu.
CJ's husband's FB posting on GE14 personal view - prosecution

CJ's husband's FB posting on GE14 personal view - prosecution

In written submissions, they contend Zamani has no animosity towards Najib.

Selangor sultan presides over 261st Conference of Rulers meeting

Selangor sultan presides over 261st Conference of Rulers meeting

Last meeting was held in November 2022.
Jana Wibawa: Company director charged with graft involving RM12.8m

Jana Wibawa: Company director charged with graft involving RM12.8m

UPDATED 3.09PM | Bribes are allegedly for helping another company secure two road projects.
M'sia welcomes energy investments, trade - Rafizi

M'sia welcomes energy investments, trade - Rafizi

Minister reiterates govt's commitment to ensure a business-friendly environment in energy.
Shahrizat's return - boon or bane for Wanita Umno?

Shahrizat's return - boon or bane for Wanita Umno?

Her return to active politics draws mixed reactions.

LETTER | Education vital to understand crocodile attacks

LETTER | Education vital to understand crocodile attacks

Future generations can marvel at these living fossils.
After being shelved for 5 years, Freedom of Information Bill gets moving again

After being shelved for 5 years, Freedom of Information Bill gets moving again

Ramkarpal says govt taking steps towards enacting Freedom of Information Act at federal level. 
COMMENT | 'Selective prosecution' is a desperate cry of the accused

COMMENT | 'Selective prosecution' is a desperate cry of the accused

Phrase was most recently used by Bersatu leaders.
Govt may enact vape tax once legislation enforced - deputy minister

Govt may enact vape tax once legislation enforced - deputy minister

PARLIAMENT | Steven Sim says it may be announced during upcoming tabling of budget.
Facing graft charges, Wan Saiful offers to step down as Bersatu info chief

Facing graft charges, Wan Saiful offers to step down as Bersatu info chief

UPDATED 12.45PM | 'I don't want to be likened to any politicians from court cluster.'
Influence first-time voters at school? 'No. Teachers will be objective'

Influence first-time voters at school? 'No. Teachers will be objective'

PARLIAMENT | Deputy minister assures personal political leanings won't enter classrooms.
Jana Wibawa: Businessperson slapped with fresh charges

Jana Wibawa: Businessperson slapped with fresh charges

UPDATED 12.02PM | Adam Radlan claims trial to two more charges.
Govt studying proposals to improve Sosma

Govt studying proposals to improve Sosma

PARLIAMENT | Home Ministry holding discussions and workshops on the matter.
Zawawi: PAS can help finance Bersatu's polls campaign

Zawawi: PAS can help finance Bersatu's polls campaign

PAS has a lot of money, says the Dewan Ulama chief.

KDM pledges support for Hajiji again

KDM pledges support for Hajiji again

Its president says it's for the sake of public interest in Sabah.
YOURSAY | Say no to more early EPF withdrawals

YOURSAY | Say no to more early EPF withdrawals

'Anwar must do the right thing… find other ways to help the poor.'
COMMENT | What about a non-Malay as education minister?

COMMENT | What about a non-Malay as education minister?

Please, no role for race or religion in selecting persons to helm a ministry.
DAY 4 | FB post by CJ's spouse made before Najib was charged - DPP

DAY 4 | FB post by CJ's spouse made before Najib was charged - DPP

'Post was made 4 years before ex-PM's final appeal failed.'
KINIGUIDE | What is the Jana Wibawa programme?

KINIGUIDE | What is the Jana Wibawa programme?

A quick look at what this programme for bumi contractors is about.
S'pore issues preventive detention on 15-year-old, youngest to date

S'pore issues preventive detention on 15-year-old, youngest to date

Authorities say the teen was self-radicalised online, adopted extreme Islamism.
Explainer: A year into Ukraine war, has China's approach to Russia changed?

Explainer: A year into Ukraine war, has China's approach to Russia changed?

China declared a no-limits partnership with Russia just before invasion.
Wan Saiful charged

Wan Saiful charged

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