BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi confirmed there were no discussions about removing MCA from the coalition.He said such a notion could only be proposed by those who are “daydreaming”, and described MCA as a core party of BN.

BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi confirmed there were no discussions about removing MCA from the coalition.He said such a notion could only be proposed by those who are “daydreaming”, and described MCA as a core party of BN.

Zahid: Only those ‘daydreaming’ would suggest removing MCA from BN

A law firm representing the state-owned Sabah Mineral Management Sdn Bhd (SMM) has warned Malaysiakini of contempt proceedings over the news portal’s article yesterday regarding the latest twist in the corruption scandal in the state.It claimed it has obtained an injunction from the Kota Kinabalu High Court in relation to the SMM’s lawsuit against its ex-CEO Jontih Enggihon and an external third party Tei Jiann Chieng.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733448

A law firm representing the state-owned Sabah Mineral Management Sdn Bhd (SMM) has warned Malaysiakini of contempt proceedings over the news portal’s article yesterday regarding the latest twist in the corruption scandal in the state.It claimed it has obtained an injunction from the Kota Kinabalu High Court in relation to the SMM’s lawsuit against its ex-CEO Jontih Enggihon and an external third party Tei Jiann Chieng.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733448

Malaysiakini gets legal letter from law firm representing SMM over Sabah article

The Dewan Rakyat was in an uproar today after opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin brought up the issue of the royal addendum regarding former Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest.Hamzah had raised the royal addendum issue and alleged there was insolence against the monarchs.Following this, several MPs from Pakatan Harapan stood up and demanded that he retract his claim.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/Pd8MQggvpSA

The Dewan Rakyat was in an uproar today after opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin brought up the issue of the royal addendum regarding former Prime Minister Najib Abdul Razak’s house arrest.Hamzah had raised the royal addendum issue and alleged there was insolence against the monarchs.Following this, several MPs from Pakatan Harapan stood up and demanded that he retract his claim.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/Pd8MQggvpSA

Dewan Rakyat heats up after Hamzah brings up royal addendum

There are no plans to amend the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (Act 711) to allow whistleblowers to go to the media before lodging a report with enforcement authorities.Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said told the Dewan Rakyat today that going to an enforcement agency must be the first step for whistleblowers.This is so that the agency can determine if the information given is essential and whether it should be classified under an older case or whether a new case should be opened, she explained.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

There are no plans to amend the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (Act 711) to allow whistleblowers to go to the media before lodging a report with enforcement authorities.Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Azalina Othman Said told the Dewan Rakyat today that going to an enforcement agency must be the first step for whistleblowers.This is so that the agency can determine if the information given is essential and whether it should be classified under an older case or whether a new case should be opened, she explained.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

Whistleblowers can't go to the public domain and then seek protection, says Azalina

Rosmah Mansor has denied allegations about her marital status which had been posted to a Facebook account impersonating her.Rosmah clarified that the account did not belong to her and she is still the wife of former premier Najib Abdul Razak.

Rosmah Mansor has denied allegations about her marital status which had been posted to a Facebook account impersonating her.Rosmah clarified that the account did not belong to her and she is still the wife of former premier Najib Abdul Razak.

I'm still Najib's wife, don't spread slander, says Rosmah

The government is expected to announce an increase in the paddy purchase floor price next week, along with additional subsidies to mitigate the impact on consumers.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu would table a ministerial paper to announce and clarify the floor price increase.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCsgL27dsnw

The government is expected to announce an increase in the paddy purchase floor price next week, along with additional subsidies to mitigate the impact on consumers.Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu would table a ministerial paper to announce and clarify the floor price increase.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCsgL27dsnw

New paddy floor price to be announced next week, says Anwar

Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin is seeking an apex court ruling over the constitutionality of certain provisions of the Sedition Act 1948.The Pagoh MP seeks the Federal Court determination in order to challenge the validity of his sedition charge linked to the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong.The Perikatan Nasional chairperson’s counsel Amer Hamzah Arshad informed the Kuala Lumpur High Court this morning of their intent to file the application under Section 84 of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964.

Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin is seeking an apex court ruling over the constitutionality of certain provisions of the Sedition Act 1948.The Pagoh MP seeks the Federal Court determination in order to challenge the validity of his sedition charge linked to the previous Yang di-Pertuan Agong.The Perikatan Nasional chairperson’s counsel Amer Hamzah Arshad informed the Kuala Lumpur High Court this morning of their intent to file the application under Section 84 of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964.

Muhyiddin maintains not guilty plea, to challenge validity of sedition charge

The Dewan Rakyat sitting started off this morning with MPs reciting the Rukun Negara pledge.It was first read in Parliament on February 27 2024, after the initiative was approved by the cabinet in July 2023, as a gesture of unity and solidarity.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

The Dewan Rakyat sitting started off this morning with MPs reciting the Rukun Negara pledge.It was first read in Parliament on February 27 2024, after the initiative was approved by the cabinet in July 2023, as a gesture of unity and solidarity.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

MPs recite the Rukun Negara pledge at Dewan Rakyat

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that electricity tariffs will only be raised for industrial users.In response to a question from Wan Ahmad Faysal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) in the Dewan Rakyat today, Anwar said 85 per cent of the people will not be affected by the increase.Yesterday, Anwar defended the hike in electricity tariffs after Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ACCCIM) president Ng Yih Pyng raised concerns over the increase for businesses.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has clarified that electricity tariffs will only be raised for industrial users.In response to a question from Wan Ahmad Faysal Wan Ahmad Kamal (PN-Machang) in the Dewan Rakyat today, Anwar said 85 per cent of the people will not be affected by the increase.Yesterday, Anwar defended the hike in electricity tariffs after Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ACCCIM) president Ng Yih Pyng raised concerns over the increase for businesses.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/OUdmzxsh3CQ

Electricity tariff hike is for industries, Anwar responds to Wan Fayhsal

Umno supreme council member Abdul Rahman Dahlan has dismissed claims of ongoing discussions to remove MCA from the BN coalition.Rahman clarified that no party, including MCA’s longtime political rival and coalition government ally, DAP, had made such a request.

Umno supreme council member Abdul Rahman Dahlan has dismissed claims of ongoing discussions to remove MCA from the BN coalition.Rahman clarified that no party, including MCA’s longtime political rival and coalition government ally, DAP, had made such a request.

DAP did not ask for MCA to be kicked from BN, says Umno leader

[KiniNews] Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi has defended the party’s firebrand youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh against comments by MCA.In a response to MCA vice-president Tan Teik Cheng, Puad stressed that Akmal is not a racist and asked what proof is there that non-Malays dislike Akmal.He also urged the BN component party to reflect on its waning political influence.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin appeared to suggest that cooperation between PAS and Umno could be revived if there was a change in its leadership.He stated that the Islamist party has always kept its doors open to the possibility of working with Umno again to unite Muslims in the country.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi has defended the party’s firebrand youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh against comments by MCA.In a response to MCA vice-president Tan Teik Cheng, Puad stressed that Akmal is not a racist and asked what proof is there that non-Malays dislike Akmal.He also urged the BN component party to reflect on its waning political influence.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin appeared to suggest that cooperation between PAS and Umno could be revived if there was a change in its leadership.He stated that the Islamist party has always kept its doors open to the possibility of working with Umno again to unite Muslims in the country.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: 'Why don't non-Malays support MCA?' - Puad defends Akmal; PAS open to work with Umno if..

Not allowing PKR members to contest the party's top two posts will prevent it from preparing for what comes after Anwar Ibrahim steps down as president.According to Sunway University political scientist Wong Chin Huat, PKR's three-term limit for party posts means that Anwar's presidency will end soon.He said PKR badly needs a successor plan that is not dictated by Anwar and instead subject to the preferences of the party's delegates.

Not allowing PKR members to contest the party's top two posts will prevent it from preparing for what comes after Anwar Ibrahim steps down as president.According to Sunway University political scientist Wong Chin Huat, PKR's three-term limit for party posts means that Anwar's presidency will end soon.He said PKR badly needs a successor plan that is not dictated by Anwar and instead subject to the preferences of the party's delegates.

No contest for top two PKR posts prevents preparation for post-Anwar future, says analyst

PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan has suggested that Zaid Ibrahim would be a more suitable candidate to join the Islamist party instead of Khairy Jamaluddin.“We invite him (Zaid) to join PAS. Why is he inviting KJ (Khairy) instead? He should be the one joining PAS,” Takiyuddin reportedly said.

PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan has suggested that Zaid Ibrahim would be a more suitable candidate to join the Islamist party instead of Khairy Jamaluddin.“We invite him (Zaid) to join PAS. Why is he inviting KJ (Khairy) instead? He should be the one joining PAS,” Takiyuddin reportedly said.

‘We invited Zaid to join PAS, why is he inviting Khairy’ - Takiyuddin

PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin appeared to suggest that cooperation between PAS and Umno could be revived if Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is out of the picture.He stated that the Islamist party has always kept its doors open to the possibility of working with Umno again to unite Muslims in the country.

PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin appeared to suggest that cooperation between PAS and Umno could be revived if Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi is out of the picture.He stated that the Islamist party has always kept its doors open to the possibility of working with Umno again to unite Muslims in the country.

PAS open to working with Umno if there is a change of leadership

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim's royal address at the opening ceremony of the First Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament for the Dewan Rakyat and Dewan Negara today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/-0uue1ntGto

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim's royal address at the opening ceremony of the First Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament for the Dewan Rakyat and Dewan Negara today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/-0uue1ntGto

[Full video] His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim's royal address at opening of new parliamentary session

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has urged the government to be firm in curbing the culture of slander and online incitement on social media that could lead to division.In his royal address during the opening ceremony of the First Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament today, Sultan Ibrahim expressed concern over this culture, which has caused confusion, hostility and division among the people. Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/-0uue1ntGto

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has urged the government to be firm in curbing the culture of slander and online incitement on social media that could lead to division.In his royal address during the opening ceremony of the First Meeting of the Fourth Session of the 15th Parliament today, Sultan Ibrahim expressed concern over this culture, which has caused confusion, hostility and division among the people. Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/-0uue1ntGto

Govt must be firm in tackling culture of online slander and incitement - King

Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi has defended the party’s firebrand youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh against allegations of racism and turned the tables on MCA instead.Emphasising that the Merlimau assemblyperson is not a racist, he asked: “What proof is there that non-Malays dislike Akmal?”Responding to MCA vice-president Tan Teik Cheng, he urged the BN component party to engage in self-reflection regarding its political influence.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733367

Umno supreme council member Puad Zarkashi has defended the party’s firebrand youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh against allegations of racism and turned the tables on MCA instead.Emphasising that the Merlimau assemblyperson is not a racist, he asked: “What proof is there that non-Malays dislike Akmal?”Responding to MCA vice-president Tan Teik Cheng, he urged the BN component party to engage in self-reflection regarding its political influence.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733367

Tan should ask why non-Malays don't support MCA, says Puad

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar has reminded MPs that the Dewan Rakyat is an honourable chamber for debating matters of public interest.In his opening address in Parliament today, Sultan Ibrahim emphasised that it is not a place for shouting matches, hurling insults, or spreading slander.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/-0uue1ntGtoFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733370

The Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar has reminded MPs that the Dewan Rakyat is an honourable chamber for debating matters of public interest.In his opening address in Parliament today, Sultan Ibrahim emphasised that it is not a place for shouting matches, hurling insults, or spreading slander.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/-0uue1ntGtoFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733370

Parliament is not a place for insults or slander - Agong

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has reminded MCA that the latter is only in Parliament due to Malay support.This is after an MCA vice-president advised Akmal to reflect on why non-Malays deeply disliked him."Try to reflect, the two seats you won are what kind of constituencies. In case you forget, I'm reminding you," he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733358

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has reminded MCA that the latter is only in Parliament due to Malay support.This is after an MCA vice-president advised Akmal to reflect on why non-Malays deeply disliked him."Try to reflect, the two seats you won are what kind of constituencies. In case you forget, I'm reminding you," he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733358

Akmal tells MCA to reflect on where its two seats are

The Umno ulama council has urged non-Muslim government leaders to exercise caution when commenting on matters related to Islam and Muslims.This is to prevent a negative perception that leads to certain parties exploiting the issue and framing it as a threat against Islam.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733190

The Umno ulama council has urged non-Muslim government leaders to exercise caution when commenting on matters related to Islam and Muslims.This is to prevent a negative perception that leads to certain parties exploiting the issue and framing it as a threat against Islam.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/733190

Be careful with comments on Islam - Umno ulama council tells non-Muslim leaders

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised those who questioned the government’s efforts in helping to rebuild Gaza.He said opposing such efforts was not in line with Islamic teachings, which encouraged Muslims to extend assistance to those in need, especially fellow believers, within their means.Previously, Anwar announced that Malaysia would construct a school, hospital, and mosque as an initial effort to assist Gaza’s reconstruction.Meanwhile, in a separate story, four reform-based NGOs said former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak does not deserve mercy including home detention.This came following the one-year 'anniversary' of Najib receiving a 'grand discount' over his sentencing.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised those who questioned the government’s efforts in helping to rebuild Gaza.He said opposing such efforts was not in line with Islamic teachings, which encouraged Muslims to extend assistance to those in need, especially fellow believers, within their means.Previously, Anwar announced that Malaysia would construct a school, hospital, and mosque as an initial effort to assist Gaza’s reconstruction.Meanwhile, in a separate story, four reform-based NGOs said former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak does not deserve mercy including home detention.This came following the one-year 'anniversary' of Najib receiving a 'grand discount' over his sentencing.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com -https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Anwar slams critics of govt’s efforts to rebuild Gaza; No mercy for Najib, says NGOs

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim admonished certain quarters that made an issue about different ethnic groups in the country celebrating the festivals of other communities.“Some have raised the issue of Malays celebrating Chinese New Year, Thaipusam - things that have never been a problem for decades are now being made into an issue."“But do we want to entertain this or focus on our unity? Do we choose to continue having differences of opinion, or do we strengthen unity? And why unity? To boost our economy,” he said.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/100044147303672/videos/479955264934513

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim admonished certain quarters that made an issue about different ethnic groups in the country celebrating the festivals of other communities.“Some have raised the issue of Malays celebrating Chinese New Year, Thaipusam - things that have never been a problem for decades are now being made into an issue."“But do we want to entertain this or focus on our unity? Do we choose to continue having differences of opinion, or do we strengthen unity? And why unity? To boost our economy,” he said.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/100044147303672/videos/479955264934513

'Things that weren't a problem for decades are now being made into an issue' - Anwar

Blogger Papagomo could face jail time and a fine if the civil court finds him liable for committing alleged contempt of court.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain is seeking the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s leave to commence committal proceedings against the defendant, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, over an alleged contravention of an injunction order.Note:AI Voiceover

Blogger Papagomo could face jail time and a fine if the civil court finds him liable for committing alleged contempt of court.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain is seeking the Kuala Lumpur High Court’s leave to commence committal proceedings against the defendant, whose real name is Wan Muhammad Azri Wan Deris, over an alleged contravention of an injunction order.Note:AI Voiceover

Defamation suit: IGP seeks to cite Papagomo for contempt

PKR's Religious Understanding and Strengthening Department has criticised former international trade and industry minister Rafidah Aziz for questioning the government’s humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza.Its director Amidi Abdul Manan said as an experienced figure in international relations, Rafidah should not have made remarks that undermine Malaysia’s assistance to Palestinians.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR's Religious Understanding and Strengthening Department has criticised former international trade and industry minister Rafidah Aziz for questioning the government’s humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza.Its director Amidi Abdul Manan said as an experienced figure in international relations, Rafidah should not have made remarks that undermine Malaysia’s assistance to Palestinians.Note:AI Voiceover

PKR hits out at Rafidah over remarks on rebuilding Gaza

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has suggested amending existing laws to allow peaceful assemblies without requiring a lengthy approval process."I am inclined to say that the law should be dynamic. The law on peaceful assembly was enacted in 2012. Perhaps (it can be proposed) that an 'approval process' is not necessary if there is a designated area for assemblies.""It is still necessary for organisers to inform the police about the planned assembly, and the police should provide security in the area. I believe this approach could ease (concerns that there are restrictions on assemblies)," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail has suggested amending existing laws to allow peaceful assemblies without requiring a lengthy approval process."I am inclined to say that the law should be dynamic. The law on peaceful assembly was enacted in 2012. Perhaps (it can be proposed) that an 'approval process' is not necessary if there is a designated area for assemblies.""It is still necessary for organisers to inform the police about the planned assembly, and the police should provide security in the area. I believe this approach could ease (concerns that there are restrictions on assemblies)," he said.Note:AI Voiceover

Home minister suggests easing process for peaceful rallies

The organising committee of the Women's March Malaysia 2023 has strongly condemned the police probe against those involved in the peaceful rally.“We recall and remind this government of its long history of democratic actions and expressions, and the use of public assembly and protests over the last several decades prior to it coming to power.“And we are disheartened and disappointed at being penalised for exercising our democratic rights to fight for a better Malaysia,” the organiser said in a statement today.

The organising committee of the Women's March Malaysia 2023 has strongly condemned the police probe against those involved in the peaceful rally.“We recall and remind this government of its long history of democratic actions and expressions, and the use of public assembly and protests over the last several decades prior to it coming to power.“And we are disheartened and disappointed at being penalised for exercising our democratic rights to fight for a better Malaysia,” the organiser said in a statement today.

Women's march organiser slams cops for probing rally