[KiniNews] Rafizi Ramli has warned PAS not to repeat the grave error it made during the 1MDB scandal, this time over the call for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into the judiciary.The Pandan MP was responding to PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man, who said the party would only support the proposed RCI if Rafizi joined a protest rally demanding Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s resignation, dubbed “Turun Anwar”.Rafizi dismissed the conditional support as nothing more than opportunism.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sungai Buloh PAS division chief Zaharudin Muhammad has successfully delivered a letter of demand (LOD) to Human Resources Minister Steven Sim over remarks he claimed were defamatory.Zaharudin, who is the son-in-law of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang, said he personally handed over the LOD to Sim’s special officer yesterday, after a failed attempt last week.___________________📌 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] Rafizi Ramli has warned PAS not to repeat the grave error it made during the 1MDB scandal, this time over the call for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) into the judiciary.The Pandan MP was responding to PAS deputy president Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man, who said the party would only support the proposed RCI if Rafizi joined a protest rally demanding Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s resignation, dubbed “Turun Anwar”.Rafizi dismissed the conditional support as nothing more than opportunism.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Sungai Buloh PAS division chief Zaharudin Muhammad has successfully delivered a letter of demand (LOD) to Human Resources Minister Steven Sim over remarks he claimed were defamatory.Zaharudin, who is the son-in-law of PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang, said he personally handed over the LOD to Sim’s special officer yesterday, after a failed attempt last week.___________________📌 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: Rafizi slams PAS over condition to back RCI; Hadi's son-in-law serves LOD to Sim

US President Donald Trump is sticking to his Aug 1 tariff deadline, dpa reported."There has been no change to this date, and there will be no change. In other words, all money will be due and payable starting Aug 1," he said on his Truth Social platform on Tuesday.

US President Donald Trump is sticking to his Aug 1 tariff deadline, dpa reported."There has been no change to this date, and there will be no change. In other words, all money will be due and payable starting Aug 1," he said on his Truth Social platform on Tuesday.

No extensions will be granted, says Trump on tariff deadline

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz has admitted today that tariff negotiations with the US are complex and require certain sacrifices.“However, our goal remains clear - to ensure market access for our exports, modernise our economy, and protect Malaysians’ livelihoods in the long term," said Zafrul, who led Malaysia's tariff negotiations with the US.The ministry had also conducted engagement sessions with various other ministries and agencies to gather their feedback and approval, he explained during a press conference today.

Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz has admitted today that tariff negotiations with the US are complex and require certain sacrifices.“However, our goal remains clear - to ensure market access for our exports, modernise our economy, and protect Malaysians’ livelihoods in the long term," said Zafrul, who led Malaysia's tariff negotiations with the US.The ministry had also conducted engagement sessions with various other ministries and agencies to gather their feedback and approval, he explained during a press conference today.

Tariff negotiations with US are complex, says Zafrul

Sungai Buloh PAS division chief Zaharudin Muhammad has successfully delivered a letter of demand (LOD) to Human Resources Minister Steven Sim over remarks he claimed were defamatory.Zaharudin said he personally handed over the LOD to Sim’s special officer yesterday, after a failed attempt last week.

Sungai Buloh PAS division chief Zaharudin Muhammad has successfully delivered a letter of demand (LOD) to Human Resources Minister Steven Sim over remarks he claimed were defamatory.Zaharudin said he personally handed over the LOD to Sim’s special officer yesterday, after a failed attempt last week.

PAS leader serves LOD to Sim over 'armed forces insult', racism claims

A PKR division leader slammed party lawmakers who reprimanded their colleagues for criticising the government.Tuaran PKR chief Razeef Rakimin called those within the ruling party who disagree with criticisms coming from within “bootlickers”.

A PKR division leader slammed party lawmakers who reprimanded their colleagues for criticising the government.Tuaran PKR chief Razeef Rakimin called those within the ruling party who disagree with criticisms coming from within “bootlickers”.

PKR leader defends Rafizi, hits out at backlash over internal criticism

DAP Youth today urged the government to come clean on the controversies surrounding Malaysia’s judicial appointments, warning that this is already causing an erosion of trust in the government.DAP Youth’s National Executive Council said that the country has already faced immense setbacks in rebuilding judicial independence, and that the hard-won progress should not be jeopardised by the lack of transparency.

DAP Youth today urged the government to come clean on the controversies surrounding Malaysia’s judicial appointments, warning that this is already causing an erosion of trust in the government.DAP Youth’s National Executive Council said that the country has already faced immense setbacks in rebuilding judicial independence, and that the hard-won progress should not be jeopardised by the lack of transparency.

DAP Youth urges govt to address concerns over judicial appointments

Najib Abdul Razak has been consistent in his statements regarding SRC International Sdn Bhd funds, contrary to the plaintiff’s allegations, said his lawyer Shafee Abdullah.Shafee said up until today, the former prime minister maintains having no knowledge of receiving RM42 million in funds from SRC.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/najibrazak/videos/1228256508531743

Najib Abdul Razak has been consistent in his statements regarding SRC International Sdn Bhd funds, contrary to the plaintiff’s allegations, said his lawyer Shafee Abdullah.Shafee said up until today, the former prime minister maintains having no knowledge of receiving RM42 million in funds from SRC.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/najibrazak/videos/1228256508531743

[Full Video] Najib's statements has been consistent, says Shafee

[KiniNews] Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli has claimed that the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ response to calls for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) fuels public speculations of a brewing judicial crisis.Rafizi, who led eight other PKR backbenchers in demanding an RCI probe into allegations of interference in judicial appointments yesterday, said it also indirectly confirms key issues that formed their concerns.Earlier today, the AGC responded and downplayed concerns raised by the PKR lawmakers.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a veteran PKR lawmaker has claimed that the call Rafizi and eight other party backbenchers for the RCI is a sign they have lost confidence in Anwar Ibrahim.Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim told Malaysiakini that the RCI demand raises serious questions over the prime minister’s integrity and signals an internal revolt within PKR.However, Hassan stressed that he would continue to support Anwar’s leadership.___________________📌 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] Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli has claimed that the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ response to calls for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) fuels public speculations of a brewing judicial crisis.Rafizi, who led eight other PKR backbenchers in demanding an RCI probe into allegations of interference in judicial appointments yesterday, said it also indirectly confirms key issues that formed their concerns.Earlier today, the AGC responded and downplayed concerns raised by the PKR lawmakers.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a veteran PKR lawmaker has claimed that the call Rafizi and eight other party backbenchers for the RCI is a sign they have lost confidence in Anwar Ibrahim.Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Karim told Malaysiakini that the RCI demand raises serious questions over the prime minister’s integrity and signals an internal revolt within PKR.However, Hassan stressed that he would continue to support Anwar’s leadership.___________________📌 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: AGC's response fuels speculation, says Rafizi; RCI push signals doubt in Anwar – Hassan

The United States has imposed a higher tariff of 25 percent on any and all Malaysian products sent into the country, separate from all sectoral tariffs, effective Aug 1 this year.This is one percentage point higher compared to what had been announced in April.

The United States has imposed a higher tariff of 25 percent on any and all Malaysian products sent into the country, separate from all sectoral tariffs, effective Aug 1 this year.This is one percentage point higher compared to what had been announced in April.

Trump imposes 25pct tariff on all M'sian products

Lawyers for Liberty co-founder Latheefa Koya has hit back at the Attorney-General’s Chambers for downplaying concerns about a potential judicial crisis.Latheefa said she was appalled by the AGC’s statement in response to demands for an RCI on the alleged misconduct of a federal court judge and on the issue surrounding appointments of top judges.

Lawyers for Liberty co-founder Latheefa Koya has hit back at the Attorney-General’s Chambers for downplaying concerns about a potential judicial crisis.Latheefa said she was appalled by the AGC’s statement in response to demands for an RCI on the alleged misconduct of a federal court judge and on the issue surrounding appointments of top judges.

'I am appalled' - Latheefa slams AGC’s statement on concerns over judiciary

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal defended Nurul Izzah Anwar's appointment as the adviser to Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).He pointed to her qualifications, including her degree in engineering, as evidence that she has what it takes to further grow Sidec.

Bersatu supreme council member Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal defended Nurul Izzah Anwar's appointment as the adviser to Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (Sidec).He pointed to her qualifications, including her degree in engineering, as evidence that she has what it takes to further grow Sidec.

Nurul Izzah qualified for Sidec role, says Wan Fayhsal

The Attorney-General’s Chambers today downplayed concerns raised by PKR lawmakers yesterday about a potential crisis in the judiciary.It also said the comparison with the VK Lingam scandal was unwarranted.Yesterday, nine PKR lawmakers led by former economy minister Rafizi Ramli called for an RCI to investigate the judicial interference allegations.

The Attorney-General’s Chambers today downplayed concerns raised by PKR lawmakers yesterday about a potential crisis in the judiciary.It also said the comparison with the VK Lingam scandal was unwarranted.Yesterday, nine PKR lawmakers led by former economy minister Rafizi Ramli called for an RCI to investigate the judicial interference allegations.

AGC downplays judiciary concerns

[KiniNews] A group of PKR lawmakers led by the party’s former deputy president Rafizi Ramli is concerned that a new judicial appointments scandal is shaping up, in the same vein as the VK Lingam episode.As such, they are calling for a Royal Commission of Inquiry to be formed to investigate the several allegations that have been circulating.The MPs calling for the RCI include Rafizi (Pandan), Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad (Setiawangsa), Wong Chen (Subang), Rodziah Ismail (Ampang), Zahid Hassan (Wangsa Maju), Bakhtiar Wan Chik (Balik Pulau), Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh (Ledang), S Kesavan (Sungai Siput), and Onn Abu Bakar (Batu Pahat).Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has shot down the proposed RCI into allegations linked to the Judicial Appointment Commission (JAC), citing alleged inaction over findings of past RCIs.Zaid said it would be better to have a no-confidence vote as even if it fails, it forces a public debate in Parliament, shows the PM he’s not untouchable and sends a message to the rakyat that someone is still willing to fight.___________________📌 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] A group of PKR lawmakers led by the party’s former deputy president Rafizi Ramli is concerned that a new judicial appointments scandal is shaping up, in the same vein as the VK Lingam episode.As such, they are calling for a Royal Commission of Inquiry to be formed to investigate the several allegations that have been circulating.The MPs calling for the RCI include Rafizi (Pandan), Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad (Setiawangsa), Wong Chen (Subang), Rodziah Ismail (Ampang), Zahid Hassan (Wangsa Maju), Bakhtiar Wan Chik (Balik Pulau), Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh (Ledang), S Kesavan (Sungai Siput), and Onn Abu Bakar (Batu Pahat).Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has shot down the proposed RCI into allegations linked to the Judicial Appointment Commission (JAC), citing alleged inaction over findings of past RCIs.Zaid said it would be better to have a no-confidence vote as even if it fails, it forces a public debate in Parliament, shows the PM he’s not untouchable and sends a message to the rakyat that someone is still willing to fight.___________________📌 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: Rafizi, 8 other PKR MPs call for RCI on judiciary; No-confidence vote better, says Zaid

BN is confident that the cooperation with Pakatan Harapan can ensure that they retain the seats won in the last general election.Its chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said it was based on observations and results of the Mahkota and Ayer Kuning by-elections.He pointed out that BN had secured the Mahkota seat with a majority of 5,166 votes in the 15th general election, but managed to win by 20,648 votes in the by-election, thanks to the partnership with Harapan.

BN is confident that the cooperation with Pakatan Harapan can ensure that they retain the seats won in the last general election.Its chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said it was based on observations and results of the Mahkota and Ayer Kuning by-elections.He pointed out that BN had secured the Mahkota seat with a majority of 5,166 votes in the 15th general election, but managed to win by 20,648 votes in the by-election, thanks to the partnership with Harapan.

BN confident cooperation with Harapan will lead to GE16 success - Zahid

Opposition leaders have called on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who is on a work trip to Brazil, to immediately return and address the grave allegations of executive interference in the judiciary.This came after a group of PKR lawmakers today proposed a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate the allegations of a judicial appointments scandal.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said the government must urgently and transparently address the PKR MPs’ claims, which include delayed judicial appointments and questionable procedures in the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC).

Opposition leaders have called on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who is on a work trip to Brazil, to immediately return and address the grave allegations of executive interference in the judiciary.This came after a group of PKR lawmakers today proposed a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate the allegations of a judicial appointments scandal.PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said the government must urgently and transparently address the PKR MPs’ claims, which include delayed judicial appointments and questionable procedures in the Judicial Appointments Commission (JAC).

Opposition calls on Anwar to return and address claims on judiciary

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has shot down a proposed Royal Commission of Inquiry into allegations linked to the Judicial Appointment Commission (JAC), citing alleged inaction over findings of past RCIs.Zaid thanked a group of nine PKR lawmakers led by former party deputy president Rafizi Ramli for suggesting an RCI but said it would be ineffective.

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has shot down a proposed Royal Commission of Inquiry into allegations linked to the Judicial Appointment Commission (JAC), citing alleged inaction over findings of past RCIs.Zaid thanked a group of nine PKR lawmakers led by former party deputy president Rafizi Ramli for suggesting an RCI but said it would be ineffective.

RCIs ineffective, I prefer a no-confidence vote, says Zaid Ibrahim

Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli expressed hope that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will accept any request to face a proposed Parliamentary Special Select Committee proceeding on issues surrounding judicial appointments.Speaking during a press conference today, the Pandan MP also denied attempts of allege interference by Anwar in top judicial appointments.“That’s why it’s best for these proceedings to go ahead as we suggested. At the parliamentary level, I believe the prime minister has nothing to hide, and I hope that if the PSSC on Institutional Reform calls him to clear the air, the prime minister can attend,” said the former PKR deputy president.

Former economy minister Rafizi Ramli expressed hope that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will accept any request to face a proposed Parliamentary Special Select Committee proceeding on issues surrounding judicial appointments.Speaking during a press conference today, the Pandan MP also denied attempts of allege interference by Anwar in top judicial appointments.“That’s why it’s best for these proceedings to go ahead as we suggested. At the parliamentary level, I believe the prime minister has nothing to hide, and I hope that if the PSSC on Institutional Reform calls him to clear the air, the prime minister can attend,” said the former PKR deputy president.

PM has nothing to hide from Parliament, says Rafizi on judicial appointments

A group of PKR lawmakers led by the party’s former deputy president Rafizi Ramli is concerned that a new judicial appointments scandal is shaping up, in the same vein as the VK Lingam episode.As such, they are calling for a Royal Commission of Inquiry to be formed to investigate several allegations on the matter.The MPs calling for the RCI include Rafizi (Pandan), Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad (Setiawangsa), Wong Chen (Subang), Rodziah Ismail (Ampang), Zahid Hassan (Wangsa Maju), Bakhtiar Wan Chik (Balik Pulau), Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh (Ledang), S Kesavan (Sungai Siput), and Onn Abu Bakar (Batu Pahat).

A group of PKR lawmakers led by the party’s former deputy president Rafizi Ramli is concerned that a new judicial appointments scandal is shaping up, in the same vein as the VK Lingam episode.As such, they are calling for a Royal Commission of Inquiry to be formed to investigate several allegations on the matter.The MPs calling for the RCI include Rafizi (Pandan), Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad (Setiawangsa), Wong Chen (Subang), Rodziah Ismail (Ampang), Zahid Hassan (Wangsa Maju), Bakhtiar Wan Chik (Balik Pulau), Syed Ibrahim Syed Noh (Ledang), S Kesavan (Sungai Siput), and Onn Abu Bakar (Batu Pahat).

Nine PKR MPs call for RCI on judiciary

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has claimed that party president Anwar Ibrahim yelled at him for around 20 minutes during the party’s final central leadership council meeting before its May 23 internal election.However, two council members have come forward to dismiss the shouting claim as baseless.Maszlee Malik poured scorn on Rafizi’s allegation, insisting that Anwar had not raised his voice “for even a single minute” during the meeting.

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli has claimed that party president Anwar Ibrahim yelled at him for around 20 minutes during the party’s final central leadership council meeting before its May 23 internal election.However, two council members have come forward to dismiss the shouting claim as baseless.Maszlee Malik poured scorn on Rafizi’s allegation, insisting that Anwar had not raised his voice “for even a single minute” during the meeting.

PKR leaders deny Rafizi's claim that Anwar yelled at him

[KiniNews] PAS leader Zaharudin Muhammad has sent a letter of demand Human Resources Minister Steven Sim for allegedly slandering him.Zaharudin is demanding an apology from Sim for accusing him of insulting the armed forces.This is in regard to a statement made by Sim last week, where the DAP deputy secretary-general criticised Zaharudin over his post that included a screenshot of a news article regarding the armed forces’ promotion of Malacca-born Johnny Lim from major general to lieutenant general.Sim responded with a pantun, and reiterated his readiness to face Zaharudin in court.Meanwhile, in a separate story, legislators have been urged to debate the issue of judicial appointments, amid questions raised following the mandatory retirements of the Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat and Court of Appeal president Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim this week.Pejuang information chief Rafique Rashid and Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) Action Committee chairperson P Waythamoorthy - on behalf of the Defend the Judiciary Secretariat - called on opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin to table an emergency motion in the Dewan Rakyat.___________________📌 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] PAS leader Zaharudin Muhammad has sent a letter of demand Human Resources Minister Steven Sim for allegedly slandering him.Zaharudin is demanding an apology from Sim for accusing him of insulting the armed forces.This is in regard to a statement made by Sim last week, where the DAP deputy secretary-general criticised Zaharudin over his post that included a screenshot of a news article regarding the armed forces’ promotion of Malacca-born Johnny Lim from major general to lieutenant general.Sim responded with a pantun, and reiterated his readiness to face Zaharudin in court.Meanwhile, in a separate story, legislators have been urged to debate the issue of judicial appointments, amid questions raised following the mandatory retirements of the Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat and Court of Appeal president Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim this week.Pejuang information chief Rafique Rashid and Hindu Rights Action Force (Hindraf) Action Committee chairperson P Waythamoorthy - on behalf of the Defend the Judiciary Secretariat - called on opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin to table an emergency motion in the Dewan Rakyat.___________________📌 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: PAS leader demands apology from Sim; MPs urged to debate judicial appointments issue

PAS leader Zaharudin Muhammad has initiated legal action against Human Resources Minister Steven Sim for allegedly slandering him.This was in regard to a statement made by Sim last week, where the DAP deputy secretary-general criticised Zaharudin’s controversial remarks about the promotion of the army’s first Chinese lieutenant general.

PAS leader Zaharudin Muhammad has initiated legal action against Human Resources Minister Steven Sim for allegedly slandering him.This was in regard to a statement made by Sim last week, where the DAP deputy secretary-general criticised Zaharudin’s controversial remarks about the promotion of the army’s first Chinese lieutenant general.

Hadi's son-in-law sends LOD to Sim, demands apology

The MACC has announced that personnel with a body mass index (BMI) exceeding 27 will be ineligible for promotion, beginning January 2026.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki reportedly said it was aimed at addressing obesity issues among his officers.“There will be no promotions for MACC staff whose BMI exceeds 27, starting January next year. Police have already implemented a BMI limit of 26. We (MACC) are now doing the same, as the commission is an important enforcement agency,” he was quoted as saying.

The MACC has announced that personnel with a body mass index (BMI) exceeding 27 will be ineligible for promotion, beginning January 2026.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki reportedly said it was aimed at addressing obesity issues among his officers.“There will be no promotions for MACC staff whose BMI exceeds 27, starting January next year. Police have already implemented a BMI limit of 26. We (MACC) are now doing the same, as the commission is an important enforcement agency,” he was quoted as saying.

Overweight MACC officers not eligible for promotion from next year, says Azam

Freshly retired, former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said she has passed the duty of upholding judicial independence to the government and her unannounced successor.Tengku Maimun, Malaysia’s first female chief justice, turned 66 on Wednesday, the mandatory retirement age for senior judges. She assumed the position in 2019, after the retirement of her predecessor, Richard Malanjum.

Freshly retired, former chief justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said she has passed the duty of upholding judicial independence to the government and her unannounced successor.Tengku Maimun, Malaysia’s first female chief justice, turned 66 on Wednesday, the mandatory retirement age for senior judges. She assumed the position in 2019, after the retirement of her predecessor, Richard Malanjum.

Tengku Maimun: The public’s eyes, including mine are on the govt, successors

Federal Court judge Zabariah Yusof will assume the powers and responsibilities of the Court of Appeal president following Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim’s retirement yesterday.In a letter dated yesterday, Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim, who is acting chief justice, said Zabariah’s appointment, effective yesterday, is made under Section 9(3)(a) of the Court of Judicature Act 1964.According to the letter, she is to exercise the powers and duties of the Court of Appeal president until the position is permanently filled.

Federal Court judge Zabariah Yusof will assume the powers and responsibilities of the Court of Appeal president following Abang Iskandar Abang Hashim’s retirement yesterday.In a letter dated yesterday, Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim, who is acting chief justice, said Zabariah’s appointment, effective yesterday, is made under Section 9(3)(a) of the Court of Judicature Act 1964.According to the letter, she is to exercise the powers and duties of the Court of Appeal president until the position is permanently filled.

Zabariah appointed as acting Court of Appeal president

[KiniNews] Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star) deputy information chief Ardino Diris dismissed a video suggesting that party president Jeffrey Kitingan intended to leave Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS).He mentioned that the video was taken out of context - with parts of Kitingan’s conversation on seat allocations removed."If I had the intention (to leave GRS), wouldn’t I be capitalising on the media?” he told Malaysiakini briefly when contacted.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the chief registrar of the Federal Court said Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim will serve as acting chief justice until the vacancy is filled.“As per Article 131A of the Federal Constitution and Section 9 (1) (b) and Section 9 (3) of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964, the chief judge of Malaya would execute and carry out the duties of the chief justice (including her own functions) until the position is filled,” the registrar 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] Parti Solidariti Tanah Airku (Star) deputy information chief Ardino Diris dismissed a video suggesting that party president Jeffrey Kitingan intended to leave Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS).He mentioned that the video was taken out of context - with parts of Kitingan’s conversation on seat allocations removed."If I had the intention (to leave GRS), wouldn’t I be capitalising on the media?” he told Malaysiakini briefly when contacted.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the chief registrar of the Federal Court said Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Hashim will serve as acting chief justice until the vacancy is filled.“As per Article 131A of the Federal Constitution and Section 9 (1) (b) and Section 9 (3) of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964, the chief judge of Malaya would execute and carry out the duties of the chief justice (including her own functions) until the position is filled,” the registrar 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: Kitingan’s leaving GRS clip taken out of context; Chief judge of Malaya is acting CJ

Umno acting president Mohamad Hasan shared a couple of political predictions during a ceramah in Sandakan last night.According to Mohamad, the 15th General Election will take place before December 2020, and Dr Mahathir Mohamad will not allow Anwar Ibrahim to succeed him as prime minister.However, in a special interview with the media ahead of Harapan's first anniversary, Mahathir once again shot down speculation on whether Anwar would succeed him and went on further to state that Anwar will be given a free hand as prime minister.

Umno acting president Mohamad Hasan shared a couple of political predictions during a ceramah in Sandakan last night.According to Mohamad, the 15th General Election will take place before December 2020, and Dr Mahathir Mohamad will not allow Anwar Ibrahim to succeed him as prime minister.However, in a special interview with the media ahead of Harapan's first anniversary, Mahathir once again shot down speculation on whether Anwar would succeed him and went on further to state that Anwar will be given a free hand as prime minister.

Tok Mat: Dr M won't let Anwar become PM