The Bersatu party polls set for later this month will see its top two positions going uncontested, where incumbent president Muhyiddin Yassin will continue to be at the helm while current secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin is set to be his deputy.Bersatu party elections committee deputy chairperson Saiful Adli Arshad told a press conference earlier today that they only received one nomination each for the party president and deputy president posts.Outgoing deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu, meanwhile, has been named among the six contenders for the three vice-president posts.

The Bersatu party polls set for later this month will see its top two positions going uncontested, where incumbent president Muhyiddin Yassin will continue to be at the helm while current secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin is set to be his deputy. Bersatu party elections committee deputy chairperson Saiful Adli Arshad told a press conference earlier today that they only received one nomination each for the party president and deputy president posts. Outgoing deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu, meanwhile, has been named among the six contenders for the three vice-president posts.

Bersatu polls: Hamzah new deputy president, Peja to contest for veep post

[KiniNews] Umno has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This came in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.PKR activist Syed Badli Shah Syed Osman said it is unbecoming for a senior leader of a government component party to make such a disuniting statement.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Selangor State Fatwa Committee has outlawed the beliefs held by the Global Ikhwan Services and Businesses Holdings (GISBH) group, which practises the Aurad Muhammadiah doctrine.Yesterday, the Selangor Royal Office announced that the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, had approved the decision reached in a Selangor State Fatwa Committee special meeting regarding GISBH.___________________📌 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] Umno has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This came in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.PKR activist Syed Badli Shah Syed Osman said it is unbecoming for a senior leader of a government component party to make such a disuniting statement.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Selangor State Fatwa Committee has outlawed the beliefs held by the Global Ikhwan Services and Businesses Holdings (GISBH) group, which practises the Aurad Muhammadiah doctrine.Yesterday, the Selangor Royal Office announced that the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, had approved the decision reached in a Selangor State Fatwa Committee special meeting regarding GISBH.___________________📌 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: PKR leader hits out at Nur Jazlan, calls for action; S'gor declares GISBH deviant

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today approved the application by former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s wife, Na’imah Abdul Khalid, for the temporary release of her passport for business trips to the United Kingdom and Japan.Judge Azura Alwi approved the request after Nizamuddin Abdul Hamid, Na’imah’s lawyer, informed the court his client was seeking to retrieve her passport from today until Nov 11, and that the prosecution did not object to it.

The Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court today approved the application by former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s wife, Na’imah Abdul Khalid, for the temporary release of her passport for business trips to the United Kingdom and Japan. Judge Azura Alwi approved the request after Nizamuddin Abdul Hamid, Na’imah’s lawyer, informed the court his client was seeking to retrieve her passport from today until Nov 11, and that the prosecution did not object to it.

Na'imah gets temporary release of passport for business trips to UK, Japan

Outgoing Bersatu deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu defended Perikatan Nasional elections director Azmin Ali, who was blamed for the coalition’s loss in the recent Mahkota by-election.At a press conference today, he praised the former Selangor menteri besar for his efforts during the by-election, saying it was among the best election machinery he had seen.

Outgoing Bersatu deputy president Ahmad Faizal Azumu defended Perikatan Nasional elections director Azmin Ali, who was blamed for the coalition’s loss in the recent Mahkota by-election.At a press conference today, he praised the former Selangor menteri besar for his efforts during the by-election, saying it was among the best election machinery he had seen.

'Among the best election machinery' - Faizal defends Azmin over PN's loss in Mahkota

Is it fair for affluent families to receive subsidies for their children's education? Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim recently sparked debate by suggesting that children from wealthier backgrounds should no longer benefit from subsidized fees at government-funded schools like MRSM and SBP.  The goal? To ensure these subsidies go to those who truly need them.But what do the students and parents think? KiniTV hits the ground to find out their views on this controversial proposal.Reporter: Soneeya KalaiselvamVisual editor: John Ng

Is it fair for affluent families to receive subsidies for their children's education? Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim recently sparked debate by suggesting that children from wealthier backgrounds should no longer benefit from subsidized fees at government-funded schools like MRSM and SBP. The goal? To ensure these subsidies go to those who truly need them.But what do the students and parents think? KiniTV hits the ground to find out their views on this controversial proposal.Reporter: Soneeya KalaiselvamVisual editor: John Ng

[Voxpop] Education subsidy cut for the wealthy - fair play or not?

Corporate figure Nazir Razak has expressed concern that the focus on the 1MDB scandal seems to be centered on his brother, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak only.In an episode of the Keluar Sekejap Lagi podcast, he said they should look at the whole system and those involved.He added that Malaysia needs to learn from all the systemic issues that the 1MDB crisis brought up.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZ2g4KVF8Uk

Corporate figure Nazir Razak has expressed concern that the focus on the 1MDB scandal seems to be centered on his brother, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak only.In an episode of the Keluar Sekejap Lagi podcast, he said they should look at the whole system and those involved.He added that Malaysia needs to learn from all the systemic issues that the 1MDB crisis brought up.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZ2g4KVF8Uk

'I'm a bit concerned that the whole focus on 1MDB is on one person only' - Nazir

Umno has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This was in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.

Umno has been urged to take action against its supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for allegedly trying to sow disharmony within the coalition government.This was in response to the Dewan Negara deputy president's statement yesterday, where he regarded PKR and Amanah as “mere passengers” of the administration.

PKR activist urges Umno to take action against Nur Jazlan

Several districts in Selangor were struck by floods forcing 1,968 individuals from 480 families to be evacuated to six temporary relief centres (PPS) which had opened this morning.According to reports the affected areas were Shah Alam, Gombak, and Kuala Selangor.Video source: Social media

Several districts in Selangor were struck by floods forcing 1,968 individuals from 480 families to be evacuated to six temporary relief centres (PPS) which had opened this morning.According to reports the affected areas were Shah Alam, Gombak, and Kuala Selangor.Video source: Social media

Several districts in Selangor hit by floods

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has consented to the latest fatwa issued by the Selangor State Fatwa Committee, declaring that the leaders, followers, employees, or members of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) and its affiliates have deviated from the true teachings of Islam.The Selangor Royal Office announced that this decision was made because GISBH members were believed to still be practising the “Aurad Muhammadiah" or the "Zikir Agung" ritual propagated by the Darul Arqam group which had been declared deviant from the true teachings of Islam according to Gazette No. 54, published on Feb 4, 1993.

The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has consented to the latest fatwa issued by the Selangor State Fatwa Committee, declaring that the leaders, followers, employees, or members of GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) and its affiliates have deviated from the true teachings of Islam.The Selangor Royal Office announced that this decision was made because GISBH members were believed to still be practising the “Aurad Muhammadiah" or the "Zikir Agung" ritual propagated by the Darul Arqam group which had been declared deviant from the true teachings of Islam according to Gazette No. 54, published on Feb 4, 1993.

Selangor ruler consents to fatwa declaring GISBH as deviant

DAP lawmaker RSN Rayer has asked a PN component party leader what Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin did to help the poor when he was the prime minister.The Jelutong MP said this in response to Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam who had said that it is a “sin” to be rich under the Madani government, due to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s alleged “attacks” on the elite and the wealthy.

DAP lawmaker RSN Rayer has asked a PN component party leader what Perikatan Nasional (PN) chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin did to help the poor when he was the prime minister.The Jelutong MP said this in response to Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam who had said that it is a “sin” to be rich under the Madani government, due to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s alleged “attacks” on the elite and the wealthy.

'What did Muhyiddin do for the poor when he was PM?' - Rayer responds to MIPP

The caretaker of charity homes linked to Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) pleaded not guilty at the Selayang Sessions Court to charges of abusing a six-year-old child under the care of one of its homes.Mohd Syahid Hanapiah, 35, made the plea when the charges were read out to him before judge Lailatul Zuraida Harron @ Haron.Syahid was accused of caning the victim in the morning between February and September this year at premises in Bandar Country Homes Rawang, Selangor.

The caretaker of charity homes linked to Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) pleaded not guilty at the Selayang Sessions Court to charges of abusing a six-year-old child under the care of one of its homes.Mohd Syahid Hanapiah, 35, made the plea when the charges were read out to him before judge Lailatul Zuraida Harron @ Haron.Syahid was accused of caning the victim in the morning between February and September this year at premises in Bandar Country Homes Rawang, Selangor.

Caretaker of GISBH-linked welfare home pleads not guilty to child abuse

A senior DAP leader today rebuked Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for suggesting PKR and Amanah were mere passengers of the coalition government.DAP central committee member Lee Chin Chen regarded Jazlan’s statement as an attempt from within Umno to sow discord among Pakatan Harapan component parties.

A senior DAP leader today rebuked Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed for suggesting PKR and Amanah were mere passengers of the coalition government.DAP central committee member Lee Chin Chen regarded Jazlan’s statement as an attempt from within Umno to sow discord among Pakatan Harapan component parties.

Nur Jazlan should stop making divisive statements, says DAP leader

[KiniNews] Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak had the highest number of political appointments, at 301, while Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has the second-lowest so far, at 95.This is according to the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (Ideas), which ranked recent former prime ministers on their website Pantau Kuasa based on the number of political appointments made.Its ranking from highest to lowest was: Najib (301), Ismail Sabri Yaakob (273), Muhyiddin Yassin (186), Anwar (95), and Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s second tenure (86).Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used a poker analogy to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.In the context of a poker game, Jazlan said only the truly skilled and experienced are qualified to sit at the main table.___________________📌 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 prime minister Najib Abdul Razak had the highest number of political appointments, at 301, while Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has the second-lowest so far, at 95.This is according to the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (Ideas), which ranked recent former prime ministers on their website Pantau Kuasa based on the number of political appointments made.Its ranking from highest to lowest was: Najib (301), Ismail Sabri Yaakob (273), Muhyiddin Yassin (186), Anwar (95), and Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s second tenure (86).Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used a poker analogy to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.In the context of a poker game, Jazlan said only the truly skilled and experienced are qualified to sit at the main table.___________________📌 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: Political appointments - Anwar second-lowest; PKR, Amanah just passengers - Nur Jazlan

Several non-Muslim parents obtained an interim court order today for preacher Firdaus Wong to take down a TikTok video containing alleged advice for secret underage conversion.The parents' counsel M Visvanathan confirmed with Malaysiakini that judge Amarjeet Singh issued the order this morning.The lawyer said the plaintiffs are now in the process of serving a copy of today's restraining order on Firdaus.Note:Ai Voiceover

Several non-Muslim parents obtained an interim court order today for preacher Firdaus Wong to take down a TikTok video containing alleged advice for secret underage conversion.The parents' counsel M Visvanathan confirmed with Malaysiakini that judge Amarjeet Singh issued the order this morning.The lawyer said the plaintiffs are now in the process of serving a copy of today's restraining order on Firdaus.Note:Ai Voiceover

Secret conversion: Court orders preacher to take down TikTok video

Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for the latter's “attack” on the elite and the wealthy.The Perikatan Nasional component party leader said Anwar’s remark about the group made it as if it were a sin to be rich under the Madani government.Note:AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/721395

Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) deputy president S Subramaniam criticised Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for the latter's “attack” on the elite and the wealthy.The Perikatan Nasional component party leader said Anwar’s remark about the group made it as if it were a sin to be rich under the Madani government. Note:AI Voiceover Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/721395

MIPP leader: It's a sin to be rich under Anwar's government

Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used “poker” and a raft of other analogies to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.The Johor BN deputy chairperson was commenting on the demands for a coalition government in the state if Umno won the Mahkota by-election.Note:AI Voiceover

Umno supreme council member Nur Jazlan Mohamed has used “poker” and a raft of other analogies to drive home the importance of Harapan being more receptive to suggestions and reprimands so that differences within the coalition government can be ironed out before the next national polls.The Johor BN deputy chairperson was commenting on the demands for a coalition government in the state if Umno won the Mahkota by-election.Note:AI Voiceover

Amanah, PKR lack the qualification to sit at political poker table, says Nur Jazlan

Mahkota assemblyperson Syed Hussien Syed Abdullah took his oath of office at the Johor State Assembly in Kota Iskandar today.The swearing-in ceremony was held before Johor State Speaker Mohd Puad Zarkashi.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/100006681758506/videos/8310081395747876/

Mahkota assemblyperson Syed Hussien Syed Abdullah took his oath of office at the Johor State Assembly in Kota Iskandar today.The swearing-in ceremony was held before Johor State Speaker Mohd Puad Zarkashi.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/100006681758506/videos/8310081395747876/

Syed Hussien sworn in as Mahkota assemblyperson

Debates surrounding a call to form a state coalition government in Johor appear to have reached an impasse after repeated resistance by the state Umno leadership.However, an Umno veteran leader has proposed a “middle path” as a potential solution and urged leaders from the government's component parties to have a “big heart” and accept the plan.Note:AI Voiceover

Debates surrounding a call to form a state coalition government in Johor appear to have reached an impasse after repeated resistance by the state Umno leadership.However, an Umno veteran leader has proposed a “middle path” as a potential solution and urged leaders from the government's component parties to have a “big heart” and accept the plan.Note:AI Voiceover

Umno veteran proposes 'middle path' as a solution to Johor clash

The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) has to date detained 108 individuals suspected to be linked with GISB Holdings (GISBH).Jais director Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad said the suspects were arrested for committing various syariah crimes involving matters of faith, collection of donations without permission and marriage issues.Note:Ai Voiceover.

The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) has to date detained 108 individuals suspected to be linked with GISB Holdings (GISBH).Jais director Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad said the suspects were arrested for committing various syariah crimes involving matters of faith, collection of donations without permission and marriage issues.Note:Ai Voiceover.

Jais: 108 individuals suspected to be involved with GISBH arrested to date

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been cautioned that he is being perceived as a leader who excels at making pledges but falls short of delivering them.Therefore, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin urged the Pakatan Harapan chairperson, who campaigned for more than two decades on the platforms of reforms and justice, to act on cases involving the police.Note:AI Voiceover

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has been cautioned that he is being perceived as a leader who excels at making pledges but falls short of delivering them.Therefore, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin urged the Pakatan Harapan chairperson, who campaigned for more than two decades on the platforms of reforms and justice, to act on cases involving the police.Note:AI Voiceover

Anwar needs to walk the talk on police cases, says Hanipa

What is the story behind the controversy involving Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings (GISBH)?What is the connection between GISBH and the Al-Arqam group that was declared deviant in 1994?How did an organization that started as a missionary movement turn into a global conglomerate?Follow this special report by KiniTV on the controversy and history of GISBH.Reporter: Azreen MadzlanHost: Camelia Nor AzlanVisual editor: John Ng

What is the story behind the controversy involving Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings (GISBH)?What is the connection between GISBH and the Al-Arqam group that was declared deviant in 1994?How did an organization that started as a missionary movement turn into a global conglomerate?Follow this special report by KiniTV on the controversy and history of GISBH.Reporter: Azreen MadzlanHost: Camelia Nor AzlanVisual editor: John Ng

[Special Report] A look at the history of GISBH, Al-Arqam and Abuya

[KiniNews] Umno Veterans’ Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub has expressed concerns over clashes between component parties of the coalition government, which he said could impact preparations for the 16th general election."If this goes on, it could affect strategies for GE16. The veterans are concerned that if this (situation) gets out of control, then the government will not last long," he said.Mustapha urged for an immediate pause in attacks between coalition government components and proposed an agreement between the parties involved to cease any hostility against one another.Meanwhile, a DAP leader has also called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali pointed out that voters in Mahkota had supported their cooperation while looking at the bigger picture despite questions being raised on their ties during the by-election campaign trail.___________________📌 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] Umno Veterans’ Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub has expressed concerns over clashes between component parties of the coalition government, which he said could impact preparations for the 16th general election."If this goes on, it could affect strategies for GE16. The veterans are concerned that if this (situation) gets out of control, then the government will not last long," he said.Mustapha urged for an immediate pause in attacks between coalition government components and proposed an agreement between the parties involved to cease any hostility against one another.Meanwhile, a DAP leader has also called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali pointed out that voters in Mahkota had supported their cooperation while looking at the bigger picture despite questions being raised on their ties during the by-election campaign trail.___________________📌 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: 'If clashes get out of control govt won't last long'; DAP leader calls for end to attacks

A DAP leader called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN, stressing that politicians should learn from voters who support their cooperation.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali said voters were convinced to support the Madani government which led to their victory in the recent Mahkota polls.This was despite questions raised on Harapan-BN ties during the by-election campaign trail, he noted.Note:AI Voiceover

A DAP leader called for an end to clashes between Pakatan Harapan and BN, stressing that politicians should learn from voters who support their cooperation.Johor DAP vice-chief Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali said voters were convinced to support the Madani government which led to their victory in the recent Mahkota polls.This was despite questions raised on Harapan-BN ties during the by-election campaign trail, he noted.Note:AI Voiceover

DAP leader tells politicians to stop clashes, learn from Mahkota voters

Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan said the PN's leadership was uninspiring and they lacked policies or ideas.Shahril said this in the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast while discussing the recently concluded Mahkota by-election.He said if it continues, this can lead to Pakatan Harapan and Anwar Ibrahim winning easily in the next general election.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

Former Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan said the PN's leadership was uninspiring and they lacked policies or ideas.Shahril said this in the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast while discussing the recently concluded Mahkota by-election.He said if it continues, this can lead to Pakatan Harapan and Anwar Ibrahim winning easily in the next general election.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

PN's leadership uninspiring, if this continues Harapan can easily win the next GE - Shahril

Former Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming believes that Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's position will be safe as long as Najib Abdul Razak is in prison.Ong said this in response to a question from Khairy Jamaluddin on the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast.Khairy had asked Ong about his thoughts on Najib's fate after Umno won in the by-election and Zahid's position is seen as getting stronger.Video sourcehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

Former Bangi MP Ong Kian Ming believes that Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's position will be safe as long as Najib Abdul Razak is in prison.Ong said this in response to a question from Khairy Jamaluddin on the latest episode of the Keluar Sekejap podcast.Khairy had asked Ong about his thoughts on Najib's fate after Umno won in the by-election and Zahid's position is seen as getting stronger.Video sourcehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEUzd3qrn20&t=0s

Zahid's position won't be threatened if Najib is still in prison, says Kian Ming

Amid fresh outcries against a proposal to reinstate local government election, Perak DAP leader Abdul Aziz Bari has argued that Malays may stand to benefit from the move, rather than lose power as feared.He said Malay leaders who issued statements against the idea, which Federal Territories DAP chief Tan Kok Wai recently mooted, should cease "spooking" the Malays with such fears.He added, if it's properly done, the Malays may benefit from the local election instead of losing power.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/690532

Amid fresh outcries against a proposal to reinstate local government election, Perak DAP leader Abdul Aziz Bari has argued that Malays may stand to benefit from the move, rather than lose power as feared.He said Malay leaders who issued statements against the idea, which Federal Territories DAP chief Tan Kok Wai recently mooted, should cease "spooking" the Malays with such fears.He added, if it's properly done, the Malays may benefit from the local election instead of losing power.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/690532

Malays could benefit from local govt election if it’s done right, says Perak DAP leader