Teresa Kok arrived at Bukit Aman this morning to have her statement recorded over her remarks that making halal certification mandatory for restaurants could become a burden to businesses.She was accompanied by her lawyer Syahredzan Johan. Previously, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain had said that five police reports have been lodged against the MP.

Teresa Kok arrived at Bukit Aman this morning to have her statement recorded over her remarks that making halal certification mandatory for restaurants could become a burden to businesses. She was accompanied by her lawyer Syahredzan Johan. Previously, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain had said that five police reports have been lodged against the MP.

Teresa Kok arrives at Bukit Aman to give statement over halal cert remarks

[KiniNews] DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok is scheduled to have her statement recorded at the Bukit Aman police headquarters at 10 am tomorrow over her remarks that making halal certification mandatory for restaurants could become a burden to businesses.Speaking to Malaysiakini, Kok said she was puzzled that her remarks have been regarded as infringing on matters related to 3R, which are the sensitive subjects of race, religion and royalty.If one reads and analyses my statements comprehensively and in all contexts, it becomes unambiguous that they contain no connotations or references to 3Rs or anything related," she said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has slammed Teresa over her remarks.Describing the Seputeh MP as a "Nyonya tua" (old Nyonya), Akmal said Kok should not have interfered in Islamic affairs related to halal certification.___________________📌 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] DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok is scheduled to have her statement recorded at the Bukit Aman police headquarters at 10 am tomorrow over her remarks that making halal certification mandatory for restaurants could become a burden to businesses.Speaking to Malaysiakini, Kok said she was puzzled that her remarks have been regarded as infringing on matters related to 3R, which are the sensitive subjects of race, religion and royalty.If one reads and analyses my statements comprehensively and in all contexts, it becomes unambiguous that they contain no connotations or references to 3Rs or anything related," she said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has slammed Teresa over her remarks.Describing the Seputeh MP as a "Nyonya tua" (old Nyonya), Akmal said Kok should not have interfered in Islamic affairs related to halal certification.___________________📌 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: Teresa Kok responds to 3R probe; Akmal swipes at 'old Nyonya' Teresa over halal cert

Bersatu Youth lodged a police report today over Seputeh MP Teresa Kok's remarks on the proposal to require restaurants and food companies that do not serve pork and alcohol to obtain halal certification.Previously, Kok had voiced concerns over the proposed move, saying it could increase the burden on businesses, including thousands of Malay restaurant operators.

Bersatu Youth lodged a police report today over Seputeh MP Teresa Kok's remarks on the proposal to require restaurants and food companies that do not serve pork and alcohol to obtain halal certification.Previously, Kok had voiced concerns over the proposed move, saying it could increase the burden on businesses, including thousands of Malay restaurant operators.

Bersatu Youth lodges police report against Teresa Kok over halal cert remark

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed allegations that his administration rules with an iron fist when it comes to matters involving 3R or race, religion and royalty.However, the Pakatan Harapan chairperson stressed that he would not compromise on the security of the people.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim dismissed allegations that his administration rules with an iron fist when it comes to matters involving 3R or race, religion and royalty.However, the Pakatan Harapan chairperson stressed that he would not compromise on the security of the people.

I'm not cruel, but I won't compromise, says Anwar on 3R

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has defended Seputeh MP Teresa Kok after police launched a probe over her remarks that mandatory halal certification for restaurants would burden businesses and make Malaysia a global mockery.Zaid offered the DAP lawmaker condolences for her party’s secretary-general Anthony Loke’s “meek support” while others kept silent, effectively “throwing her under the bus”.“What Kok talked about is a serious matter and she should not be dismissed as a troublemaker,”  said Zaid.

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has defended Seputeh MP Teresa Kok after police launched a probe over her remarks that mandatory halal certification for restaurants would burden businesses and make Malaysia a global mockery.Zaid offered the DAP lawmaker condolences for her party’s secretary-general Anthony Loke’s “meek support” while others kept silent, effectively “throwing her under the bus”.“What Kok talked about is a serious matter and she should not be dismissed as a troublemaker,” said Zaid.

Zaid: Teresa doesn't deserve to be investigated for bringing up matter of public interest

DAP Youth chief Dr Kelvin Yii has chided his Umno Youth counterpart, Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, for his provocative remarks towards Seputeh MP Teresa Kok.Yii said Akmal should have engaged the DAP vice-chairperson in debate and not resort to name-calling.

DAP Youth chief Dr Kelvin Yii has chided his Umno Youth counterpart, Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh, for his provocative remarks towards Seputeh MP Teresa Kok.Yii said Akmal should have engaged the DAP vice-chairperson in debate and not resort to name-calling.

Akmal's remarks on Teresa Kok rude, unbecoming of a youth leader, says DAP MP

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has slammed DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok for questioning the proposal to require restaurants and food companies that do not serve pork and alcohol to obtain halal certification.Describing the Seputeh MP as a "Nyonya tua" (old Nyonya), Akmal said Kok should not have interfered in Islamic affairs related to halal certification.

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has slammed DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok for questioning the proposal to require restaurants and food companies that do not serve pork and alcohol to obtain halal certification.Describing the Seputeh MP as a "Nyonya tua" (old Nyonya), Akmal said Kok should not have interfered in Islamic affairs related to halal certification.

'It doesn't involve her' - Akmal hits out at 'old Nyonya' Teresa over remarks on halal cert 

Bersatu’s fight to defend the rights of the bumiputera and Islam’s position as the religion of the federation has been labelled as a 3R (race, religion, and royalty) offence by the government, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin.Despite it being done without disrupting the rights of other ethnicities and religions, the former prime minister lamented that the fight has extended to Bersatu members being accused of incitement and getting taken to court.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718539

Bersatu’s fight to defend the rights of the bumiputera and Islam’s position as the religion of the federation has been labelled as a 3R (race, religion, and royalty) offence by the government, said party president Muhyiddin Yassin. Despite it being done without disrupting the rights of other ethnicities and religions, the former prime minister lamented that the fight has extended to Bersatu members being accused of incitement and getting taken to court.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718539

Bersatu's fight for bumiputera, Islam is being labelled as 3R offence, claims Muhyiddin

Police have opened investigation papers against Seputeh MP Teresa Kok over her remarks that making halal certification mandatory for restaurants could become a burden to businesses and lead Malaysia to global ridicule.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said the 3R (race, religion, royalty) probe is under Sections 298 and 505(b) of the Penal Code, which covers causing religious offence and statements conducive to public mischief.Note: AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718522

Police have opened investigation papers against Seputeh MP Teresa Kok over her remarks that making halal certification mandatory for restaurants could become a burden to businesses and lead Malaysia to global ridicule.Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said the 3R (race, religion, royalty) probe is under Sections 298 and 505(b) of the Penal Code, which covers causing religious offence and statements conducive to public mischief.Note: AI VoiceoverFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718522

Police open investigation papers against Teresa Kok over 3R offence

The Penang state constitution is clear that those who have served two terms as chief minister cannot helm the position for a third time, said DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke.He was responding to former party central executive committee member Teng Chang Khim, who in a thinly-veiled reference to DAP national chairperson Lim Guan Eng, said the leadership must guarantee that those who have served two terms would not return as chief minister.

The Penang state constitution is clear that those who have served two terms as chief minister cannot helm the position for a third time, said DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke.He was responding to former party central executive committee member Teng Chang Khim, who in a thinly-veiled reference to DAP national chairperson Lim Guan Eng, said the leadership must guarantee that those who have served two terms would not return as chief minister.

Penang constitution is crystal clear on term limit for CM, says Loke

[KiniNews] Terengganu Pakatan Harapan chief Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah has praised Pahang crown prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah for his uncompromising stand on those who break the law.“He is clearly setting an example to members of the royalty on how they should behave,” he said.Raja Bahrin was commenting on Tengku Hassanal’s response to a Malaysiakini report that a Pahang royalty was allegedly involved in an attack on a road construction worker.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the absence of swiftness with regard to the assault cases involving a deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong and the road construction worker Alias Awang.He pointed out that the police were able to record statements from 66 witnesses and charge Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin under the Sedition Act within days.___________________📌 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] Terengganu Pakatan Harapan chief Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah has praised Pahang crown prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah for his uncompromising stand on those who break the law.“He is clearly setting an example to members of the royalty on how they should behave,” he said.Raja Bahrin was commenting on Tengku Hassanal’s response to a Malaysiakini report that a Pahang royalty was allegedly involved in an attack on a road construction worker.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the absence of swiftness with regard to the assault cases involving a deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong and the road construction worker Alias Awang.He pointed out that the police were able to record statements from 66 witnesses and charge Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin under the Sedition Act within days.___________________📌 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: 'Tengku Hassanal an example of how royalty should behave'; Zaid raises question on cases

Two top DAP leaders today reaffirmed the party’s stand against the Sedition Act, but also cited an ongoing cabinet review and how its current use has been limited to cases linked to alleged remarks against royalties.Asked whether the DAP has changed its position since it defended the late Karpal Singh against a sedition charge, party national deputy chairperson Gobind Singh Deo insisted otherwise.“Moving ahead, our (DAP) position on the Sedition Act remains, but as we have said numerous times, this (review) is still under discussion,” he said at a press conference in Petaling Jaya.

Two top DAP leaders today reaffirmed the party’s stand against the Sedition Act, but also cited an ongoing cabinet review and how its current use has been limited to cases linked to alleged remarks against royalties.Asked whether the DAP has changed its position since it defended the late Karpal Singh against a sedition charge, party national deputy chairperson Gobind Singh Deo insisted otherwise.“Moving ahead, our (DAP) position on the Sedition Act remains, but as we have said numerous times, this (review) is still under discussion,” he said at a press conference in Petaling Jaya.

Gobind: DAP's stand on Sedition Act has not changed

MACC has yet to decide whether they will summon former prime ministers Muhyiddin Yassin and Najib Abdul Razak over the 1BestariNet alleged false claims case.According to MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, investigators are still studying the case and will decide whose statements they need to record.

MACC has yet to decide whether they will summon former prime ministers Muhyiddin Yassin and Najib Abdul Razak over the 1BestariNet alleged false claims case.According to MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki, investigators are still studying the case and will decide whose statements they need to record.

MACC will decide whether to summon Muhyiddin, Najib over 1BestariNet case

It is not in Malaysia's interest to choose sides and support any build-up of defence power to attack countries as the country maintains good relations with all parties, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in an interview with Russian media Ria Novosti and RT, reported Sputnik.He was asked to comment on whether Malaysia would side with the West and be against Russia and China.Commenting on why Malaysia is not choosing sides, Anwar said his country does not want to complicate the issue further.

It is not in Malaysia's interest to choose sides and support any build-up of defence power to attack countries as the country maintains good relations with all parties, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in an interview with Russian media Ria Novosti and RT, reported Sputnik.He was asked to comment on whether Malaysia would side with the West and be against Russia and China.Commenting on why Malaysia is not choosing sides, Anwar said his country does not want to complicate the issue further.

Anwar: Malaysia not interested in choosing sides or attacking countries

Johor Umno deputy chief Nur Jazlan Mohamed accused PAS of using its ally as a “sacrificial lamb” after Bersatu was chosen to represent Perikatan Nasional in the Mahkota by-election.“The Mahkota state seat is BN and Pakatan Harapan’s fortress, which is a nightmare for PAS."“So, they easily gave it to Bersatu to contest, seemingly in the spirit of solidarity, but the reality is, PAS is afraid to contest there,” he said.

Johor Umno deputy chief Nur Jazlan Mohamed accused PAS of using its ally as a “sacrificial lamb” after Bersatu was chosen to represent Perikatan Nasional in the Mahkota by-election.“The Mahkota state seat is BN and Pakatan Harapan’s fortress, which is a nightmare for PAS."“So, they easily gave it to Bersatu to contest, seemingly in the spirit of solidarity, but the reality is, PAS is afraid to contest there,” he said.

Bersatu is a sacrificial lamb for PAS in Mahkota polls, says Umno leader

Terengganu Pakatan Harapan chief Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah has praised Pahang crown prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah for his uncompromising stand on those who break the law.“He is clearly setting an example to members of the royalty on how they should behave,” he said.

Terengganu Pakatan Harapan chief Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah has praised Pahang crown prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah for his uncompromising stand on those who break the law.“He is clearly setting an example to members of the royalty on how they should behave,” he said.

Tengku Hassanal setting an example on how royalty should behave  -  Raja Bahrin

A school bus driver who uploaded a video and posted a photo of a student he was ferrying was detained at Simpang Renggam, Kluang, early this morning.Johor police chief M Kumar said the 24-year-old local man was arrested by police personnel from the Criminal Investigation Division of the Kluang District Police Headquarters (IPD) at 2.57 am.

A school bus driver who uploaded a video and posted a photo of a student he was ferrying was detained at Simpang Renggam, Kluang, early this morning.Johor police chief M Kumar said the 24-year-old local man was arrested by police personnel from the Criminal Investigation Division of the Kluang District Police Headquarters (IPD) at 2.57 am.

School bus driver detained for uploading video, posting photos of children

Pahang Crown Prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah has urged the police to investigate claims that a member of the state’s royal family was allegedly involved in an attack against a road construction worker.Tengku Hassanal said this in response to a Malaysiakini report that quoted Alias Awang, 44, who accused a Pahang royalty of being involved in a June 6 attack in which he was stabbed and shot.

Pahang Crown Prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah has urged the police to investigate claims that a member of the state’s royal family was allegedly involved in an attack against a road construction worker.Tengku Hassanal said this in response to a Malaysiakini report that quoted Alias Awang, 44, who accused a Pahang royalty of being involved in a June 6 attack in which he was stabbed and shot.

Pahang crown prince: No one is above the law, including royalty

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the absence of swiftness with regard to the assault cases involving a deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong and a road construction worker Alias Awang.He pointed out that the police were able to record statements from 66 witnesses and charge Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin under the Sedition Act within days.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718285

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has questioned the absence of swiftness with regard to the assault cases involving a deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong and a road construction worker Alias Awang.He pointed out that the police were able to record statements from 66 witnesses and charge Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin under the Sedition Act within days.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/718285

Swift with Muhyiddin, slow with assault cases - Zaid Ibrahim

The rise in femicide cases in Malaysia has sparked growing concern, especially among women. The recent murder of 25-year-old Nur Farah Kartini Abdullah, allegedly by a 26-year-old police officer, is just one example of this disturbing trend. Her body was found in an oil palm plantation in Hulu Selangor, following what began as a relationship dispute.Farah’s case is one of many that raise important questions: What drives these crimes, how can we prevent them, and how do we raise awareness?To explore these issues, KiniTV spoke with Jin Qiu Huang, Programme Officer at the All Women’s Action Society (AWAM), on the rise of femicide and intimate partner violence in MalaysiaReporter:  Daneyaa GanesanVisual Editor: John NgHost: Camelia Nor Azlan

The rise in femicide cases in Malaysia has sparked growing concern, especially among women. The recent murder of 25-year-old Nur Farah Kartini Abdullah, allegedly by a 26-year-old police officer, is just one example of this disturbing trend. Her body was found in an oil palm plantation in Hulu Selangor, following what began as a relationship dispute.Farah’s case is one of many that raise important questions: What drives these crimes, how can we prevent them, and how do we raise awareness?To explore these issues, KiniTV spoke with Jin Qiu Huang, Programme Officer at the All Women’s Action Society (AWAM), on the rise of femicide and intimate partner violence in MalaysiaReporter: Daneyaa GanesanVisual Editor: John NgHost: Camelia Nor Azlan

[Special Report] Crisis of Violence: Femicide and Its Growing Threat in Malaysia

[KiniNews] Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) and 35 other NGOs have called on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to establish a commission of inquiry into the assault of a deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keongby a police officer.Speaking to the media, LFL director Zaid Malek pointed out that although the investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC), no charges have been brought against the officer involved.Meanwhile, in a separate story, aroad construction worker has accused a Pahang royalty of being involved in an attack in which he was stabbed and shot at.Alias Awang, 44, told Malaysiakini the alleged incident occurred at a stable in Kuantan on June 6. He then lodged a police report on June 8.Following this, Pahang Crown Prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah has urged the police to investigate the claims, saying that if there is evidence of wrongdoings, they must be charged in court.___________________📌 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] Lawyers for Liberty (LFL) and 35 other NGOs have called on Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to establish a commission of inquiry into the assault of a deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keongby a police officer.Speaking to the media, LFL director Zaid Malek pointed out that although the investigation papers have been submitted to the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC), no charges have been brought against the officer involved.Meanwhile, in a separate story, aroad construction worker has accused a Pahang royalty of being involved in an attack in which he was stabbed and shot at.Alias Awang, 44, told Malaysiakini the alleged incident occurred at a stable in Kuantan on June 6. He then lodged a police report on June 8.Following this, Pahang Crown Prince Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah has urged the police to investigate the claims, saying that if there is evidence of wrongdoings, they must be charged in court.___________________📌 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: Driver assault case - LFL calls for commission of inquiry; Man claims royalty attacked him 

The police have warned the public not to create content for social media at the site of the sinkhole in Jalan Masjid India and endanger their safety.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohd Isa said he had ordered the Dang Wangi police headquarters to station officers in the affected area so that the work of the relevant agencies there is not disturbed.

The police have warned the public not to create content for social media at the site of the sinkhole in Jalan Masjid India and endanger their safety.Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Mohd Isa said he had ordered the Dang Wangi police headquarters to station officers in the affected area so that the work of the relevant agencies there is not disturbed.

Don't make social media content at Jalan Masjid India sinkhole area, says police

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said today the government has never discussed the return of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as an alternative to subsidy cuts.At a press conference in Vladivostok, Russia, Anwar, who is also the finance minister, said discussions are focused on budget strategies and ways to increase the government’s revenue as it is determined to alleviate the issue of rising costs.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said today the government has never discussed the return of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) as an alternative to subsidy cuts.At a press conference in Vladivostok, Russia, Anwar, who is also the finance minister, said discussions are focused on budget strategies and ways to increase the government’s revenue as it is determined to alleviate the issue of rising costs.

Govt never discussed about the return of GST, says Anwar

Umno, unlike other parties, has a track record of producing outstanding leaders, according to its supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi.He said this included “Bossku”, a term used for former premier Najib Abdul Razak.The Umno leader raised this in response to PKR lawmaker Hassan Abdul Karim stating that if he had managed to convince Ismail Sabri Yaakob to join Parti Rakyat Malaysia (PRM), the latter would not have become the ninth prime minister.

Umno, unlike other parties, has a track record of producing outstanding leaders, according to its supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi.He said this included “Bossku”, a term used for former premier Najib Abdul Razak.The Umno leader raised this in response to PKR lawmaker Hassan Abdul Karim stating that if he had managed to convince Ismail Sabri Yaakob to join Parti Rakyat Malaysia (PRM), the latter would not have become the ninth prime minister.

'Umno produced many outstanding leaders including Bossku'  - Puad

Perikatan Nasional has been accused of diplomatic faux pas over a courtesy call with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Tuesday.This includes allegedly falsely portraying who visited who during the meet after opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin said he “received” the courtesy call from Luxon.Social media users alleged Hamzah had instead “paid” Luxon a visit, and highlighted a video in which the Kiwi premier told the opposition leader “thanks for coming by today”.

Perikatan Nasional has been accused of diplomatic faux pas over a courtesy call with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Tuesday.This includes allegedly falsely portraying who visited who during the meet after opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin said he “received” the courtesy call from Luxon.Social media users alleged Hamzah had instead “paid” Luxon a visit, and highlighted a video in which the Kiwi premier told the opposition leader “thanks for coming by today”.

'Who invited who?' - PN courts flak over New Zealand PM's visit

Transport Minister Anthony Loke clarified that his Chinese counterpart Li Xiaopeng had invited his wife to sit in a meeting held in Beijing."If the Chinese minister allowed her to sit there, what's MCA's problem?" he told a press conference in Putrajaya this evening.He was responding to MCA who questioned Loke's wife Ng Chi Ling's presence at the meeting last month.Meanwhile, the minister's special functions officer Chung Yi Fan also responded to MCA regarding the duration of the trip.

Transport Minister Anthony Loke clarified that his Chinese counterpart Li Xiaopeng had invited his wife to sit in a meeting held in Beijing. "If the Chinese minister allowed her to sit there, what's MCA's problem?" he told a press conference in Putrajaya this evening. He was responding to MCA who questioned Loke's wife Ng Chi Ling's presence at the meeting last month. Meanwhile, the minister's special functions officer Chung Yi Fan also responded to MCA regarding the duration of the trip.

Minister: My wife was invited, what's MCA's problem?