His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia was today accorded a state welcome at the Great Hall of the People here in conjunction with his four-day state visit to China beginning yesterday.Sultan Ibrahim was received by President Xi Jinping.His Majesty, who ascended the throne on Jan 31, 2024, is making his maiden state visit to China at the invitation of Xi.Source: Jabatan Penerangan Malaysia

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia was today accorded a state welcome at the Great Hall of the People here in conjunction with his four-day state visit to China beginning yesterday.Sultan Ibrahim was received by President Xi Jinping.His Majesty, who ascended the throne on Jan 31, 2024, is making his maiden state visit to China at the invitation of Xi.Source: Jabatan Penerangan Malaysia

King accorded state welcome in Beijing

[KiniNews] The Perlis Fatwa Committee has declared that the teachings and beliefs espoused by GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) as deviant and a continuation of the banned al-Arqam movement.The committee made the decision following a meeting held earlier today chaired by Perlis mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin said the government should learn from PN’s time in power, claiming that his coalition had given the then-opposition its allocation freely.He said this in response to a question about the draft memorandum of understanding (MOU) on allocations for opposition MPs.__________________📌 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] The Perlis Fatwa Committee has declared that the teachings and beliefs espoused by GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) as deviant and a continuation of the banned al-Arqam movement.The committee made the decision following a meeting held earlier today chaired by Perlis mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin said the government should learn from PN’s time in power, claiming that his coalition had given the then-opposition its allocation freely.He said this in response to a question about the draft memorandum of understanding (MOU) on allocations for opposition MPs.__________________📌 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: Perlis issues fatwa, declares GISBH's teachings as deviant; Muhyiddin responds to MOU

All projects, trips and tasks abroad involving government ministries, companies and agencies must be referred to their respective ministry secretaries-general and department heads and approved by the ministers, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said he had personally cancelled an application involving a ministry and government agency, which had registered 68 staff members to attend a small exhibition in Berlin.

All projects, trips and tasks abroad involving government ministries, companies and agencies must be referred to their respective ministry secretaries-general and department heads and approved by the ministers, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, said he had personally cancelled an application involving a ministry and government agency, which had registered 68 staff members to attend a small exhibition in Berlin.

Ministries and gov't agencies' overseas trips now require ministerial approval - PM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that certain cases are time-consuming and advised the public against making premature judgments.Anwar said this when quizzed on the case involving deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong, who was assaulted by a police escort of Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim outside a hotel in Kuala Lumpur on May 28.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said that certain cases are time-consuming and advised the public against making premature judgments.Anwar said this when quizzed on the case involving deaf e-hailing driver Ong Ing Keong, who was assaulted by a police escort of Johor Regent Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim outside a hotel in Kuala Lumpur on May 28.

Deaf driver’s assault case: Sometimes the process takes time, says Anwar

The Perlis Fatwa Committee has declared that the teachings and beliefs espoused by GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) as deviant and a continuation of the banned al-Arqam movement.The committee made the decision following a meeting held earlier today chaired by Perlis mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin.

The Perlis Fatwa Committee has declared that the teachings and beliefs espoused by GISB Holdings Sdn Bhd (GISBH) as deviant and a continuation of the banned al-Arqam movement.The committee made the decision following a meeting held earlier today chaired by Perlis mufti Mohd Asri Zainul Abidin.

Perlis Fatwa Committee declares GISBH teachings as deviant

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin said allocations should be given to all MPs without them having to sign any agreements.He told reporters that the government should learn from PN’s time in power, claiming that his coalition had given the then-opposition its allocation freely.

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin said allocations should be given to all MPs without them having to sign any agreements.He told reporters that the government should learn from PN’s time in power, claiming that his coalition had given the then-opposition its allocation freely.

If you want to give allocations then just give it, says Muhyiddin

Pakatan Harapan Youth has censured the opposition for rejecting the memorandum of understanding (MOU) on allocations for its MPs and urged it to end the “drama”.He said the people, who have been waiting for a solution, are now served with rhetoric and political games.

Pakatan Harapan Youth has censured the opposition for rejecting the memorandum of understanding (MOU) on allocations for its MPs and urged it to end the “drama”.He said the people, who have been waiting for a solution, are now served with rhetoric and political games.

PN should stop the drama on MOU for the people’s sake, says Harapan Youth

PAS MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari was told to redirect his offer of contributing funds - intended for DAP’s Teresa Kok to hire a translator - to someone more deserving.DAP’s Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng told Fadhli to contribute funds to PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad to hire a researcher so she would not make false statements.

PAS MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari was told to redirect his offer of contributing funds - intended for DAP’s Teresa Kok to hire a translator - to someone more deserving.DAP’s Kepong MP Lim Lip Eng told Fadhli to contribute funds to PAS MP Siti Mastura Muhammad to hire a researcher so she would not make false statements.

Ahmad Fadhli should donate RM300 to Siti Mastura instead, says Lip Eng

The spat between his Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh and DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok over the halal certification issue is considered over, said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.According to Zahid, it had toned down and he met with Akmal on Sept 14.He added that he had issued a statement on the cabinet’s decision that the halal certification would not be made compulsory and the old policy would remain, so the issue is closed.Note:AI Voiceover

The spat between his Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh and DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok over the halal certification issue is considered over, said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.According to Zahid, it had toned down and he met with Akmal on Sept 14.He added that he had issued a statement on the cabinet’s decision that the halal certification would not be made compulsory and the old policy would remain, so the issue is closed.Note:AI Voiceover

Akmal-Teresa spat is over, says Zahid

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia arrived in Beijing today for a four-day state visit to China.His Majesty, who ascended the throne on Jan 31, 2024, is making his maiden state visit to China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping.The special aircraft carrying His Majesty departed from the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Subang Air Base at about 9.40 am and arrived at the Official Terminal, Beijing Capital International Airport at 3.30 pm.

His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia arrived in Beijing today for a four-day state visit to China.His Majesty, who ascended the throne on Jan 31, 2024, is making his maiden state visit to China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping.The special aircraft carrying His Majesty departed from the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Subang Air Base at about 9.40 am and arrived at the Official Terminal, Beijing Capital International Airport at 3.30 pm.

King arrives in China for maiden state visit

[KiniNews] Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) CEO Nasiruddin Mohd Ali and his wife are among 19 individuals remanded for seven days starting today.They are currently being held at the Shah Alam district police headquarters.Earlier, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said the 19 were arrested in a joint operation between Bukit Aman’s D8 Division and the Criminal Investigation Department at four residential units in Tower A, Berjaya Times Square, Jalan Imbi, Bukit Bintang, at 5.40am.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail criticised the opposition for rejecting the government’s proposed deal on equal funding via media instead of negotiating for better terms.He recalled the previous negotiations under former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, explaining that both sides engaged in a structured process involving multiple rounds of discussions.___________________📌 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] Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH) CEO Nasiruddin Mohd Ali and his wife are among 19 individuals remanded for seven days starting today.They are currently being held at the Shah Alam district police headquarters.Earlier, Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain said the 19 were arrested in a joint operation between Bukit Aman’s D8 Division and the Criminal Investigation Department at four residential units in Tower A, Berjaya Times Square, Jalan Imbi, Bukit Bintang, at 5.40am.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail criticised the opposition for rejecting the government’s proposed deal on equal funding via media instead of negotiating for better terms.He recalled the previous negotiations under former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, explaining that both sides engaged in a structured process involving multiple rounds of discussions.___________________📌 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: GISBH CEO, top leaders arrested; Saifuddin hits out at PN over MOU draft

Former Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s sons, Mirzan and Mokhzani, have clarified that they are not being investigated by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission in relation to the Pandora Papers and Panama Papers.Mirzan and Mokhzani said their asset declaration to MACC is related to an ongoing investigation into Dr Mahathir.

Former Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s sons, Mirzan and Mokhzani, have clarified that they are not being investigated by the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission in relation to the Pandora Papers and Panama Papers.Mirzan and Mokhzani said their asset declaration to MACC is related to an ongoing investigation into Dr Mahathir.

Assets declaration to MACC was for investigation into our father, says Mirzan, Mokhzani

Three teaching assistants and caretakers from a religious school in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan - arrested under the “Ops Global” raid - claimed trial to 14 charges of sexually assaulting five children aged between nine and 11.Muhammad Habib Noh Mohd Zairi, 21, Muhammad Khunais Fathie Khabil, 20, and Ahmad Nadzful Izham Azizan, 22 - pleaded not guilty before judge Surita Budin in the Seremban Sessions Court today.

Three teaching assistants and caretakers from a religious school in Kuala Pilah, Negeri Sembilan - arrested under the “Ops Global” raid - claimed trial to 14 charges of sexually assaulting five children aged between nine and 11.Muhammad Habib Noh Mohd Zairi, 21, Muhammad Khunais Fathie Khabil, 20, and Ahmad Nadzful Izham Azizan, 22 - pleaded not guilty before judge Surita Budin in the Seremban Sessions Court today.

Ops Global: Three teaching assistants plead not guilty to sex abuse charges

The opposition can submit new proposals or feedback regarding the draft memorandum of understanding (MOU) concerning allocations for opposition MPs.Government chief whip Fadillah Yusof stated that the existing draft can serve as a basis for these discussions.The deputy prime minister also clarified that his office has yet to be contacted by the opposition to continue discussions on the MOU.Note:AI Voiceover

The opposition can submit new proposals or feedback regarding the draft memorandum of understanding (MOU) concerning allocations for opposition MPs.Government chief whip Fadillah Yusof stated that the existing draft can serve as a basis for these discussions.The deputy prime minister also clarified that his office has yet to be contacted by the opposition to continue discussions on the MOU.Note:AI Voiceover

Fadillah: Opposition can propose new MOU draft for allocations

Police have arrested 19 top leaders of the Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH), including its CEO Nasiruddin Mohd Ali, as part of its probe into alleged abuses against children committed under the organisation’s watch.According to Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain, the arrests were carried out in a dawn raid on four residential units in Bukit Bintang.

Police have arrested 19 top leaders of the Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holdings (GISBH), including its CEO Nasiruddin Mohd Ali, as part of its probe into alleged abuses against children committed under the organisation’s watch.According to Inspector-General of Police Razarudin Husain, the arrests were carried out in a dawn raid on four residential units in Bukit Bintang.

Police arrest 19 GISBH top leaders, including CEO

Police have arrested five men suspected of having links with Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holding.They also seized two motorhomes bearing the company's logo at the Bukit Kayu Hitam border heading towards Thailand at around 6 pm yesterday.

Police have arrested five men suspected of having links with Global Ikhwan Services and Business Holding.They also seized two motorhomes bearing the company's logo at the Bukit Kayu Hitam border heading towards Thailand at around 6 pm yesterday.

Police arrest five suspected GISBH members, seize motorhomes

Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail criticised the opposition for rejecting the government’s proposed deal on equal funding via media instead of negotiating for better terms.He recalled the previous negotiations under former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, explaining that both sides engaged in a structured process involving multiple rounds of discussions.Note:AI Voiceover

Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail criticised the opposition for rejecting the government’s proposed deal on equal funding via media instead of negotiating for better terms.He recalled the previous negotiations under former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob, explaining that both sides engaged in a structured process involving multiple rounds of discussions.Note:AI Voiceover

PN just received the draft MOU and are already complaining, says Saifuddin

The cabinet has decided to maintain the status quo on halal certification, despite a proposal to make it mandatory for eateries that do not serve pork or alcohol.“The existing policy will be maintained and is open to any industry that is prepared to follow all requirements and standards for halal certification in Malaysia," he said.The decision was made during a cabinet meeting yesterday, where Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Mohd Na’im Mokhtar made a presentation on the issue.

The cabinet has decided to maintain the status quo on halal certification, despite a proposal to make it mandatory for eateries that do not serve pork or alcohol.“The existing policy will be maintained and is open to any industry that is prepared to follow all requirements and standards for halal certification in Malaysia," he said.The decision was made during a cabinet meeting yesterday, where Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs) Mohd Na’im Mokhtar made a presentation on the issue.

Zahid: Cabinet has decided to maintain existing policy on halal certification

Ketua Whip PN Takiyuddin Hassan menyifatkan draf memorandum persefahaman (MOU) yang dikemukakan oleh kerajaan mengenai peruntukan pembangkang adalah berat sebelah.Takiyuddin juga menegaskan draf MOU itu seharusnya dibuat berdasarkan perbincangan antara PN dan kerajaan bukannya mengikut satu pihak semata-mata.

Ketua Whip PN Takiyuddin Hassan menyifatkan draf memorandum persefahaman (MOU) yang dikemukakan oleh kerajaan mengenai peruntukan pembangkang adalah berat sebelah.Takiyuddin juga menegaskan draf MOU itu seharusnya dibuat berdasarkan perbincangan antara PN dan kerajaan bukannya mengikut satu pihak semata-mata.

If Harapan was in the opposition even they wouldn't accept this MOU, says Takiyuddin

[KiniNews] Perikatan Nasional chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan said new terms are needed if Perikatan Nasional is to participate in the deal for opposition constituency development funds.Takiyuddin also claimed the terms of the government’s draft memorandum of understanding on the matter were written without any input from PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan have declared their assets to the MACC. "They have made a property declaration to us (MACC) according to the set time," he 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] Perikatan Nasional chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan said new terms are needed if Perikatan Nasional is to participate in the deal for opposition constituency development funds.Takiyuddin also claimed the terms of the government’s draft memorandum of understanding on the matter were written without any input from PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan have declared their assets to the MACC. "They have made a property declaration to us (MACC) according to the set time," he 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: PN wants new draft MOU; Dr Mahathir's sons have declared assets to MACC, says Azam

MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has clarified that the agency is not involved in the Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings (GISBH) investigation.As there were no elements of corruption found, he said the case had been fully handed over to the police.

MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has clarified that the agency is not involved in the Global Ikhwan Service and Business Holdings (GISBH) investigation.As there were no elements of corruption found, he said the case had been fully handed over to the police.

GISBH investigation: No evidence of corruption, we leave it to the police, says Azam

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has described the government’s memorandum of understanding (MOU) on opposition allocations as an attempt to paralyse and undermine the opposition’s role in Parliament.Calling it executive overreach, the PKR rep argued that the MOU would result in the opposition losing its ability to serve as an effective check and balance against the government.

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has described the government’s memorandum of understanding (MOU) on opposition allocations as an attempt to paralyse and undermine the opposition’s role in Parliament.Calling it executive overreach, the PKR rep argued that the MOU would result in the opposition losing its ability to serve as an effective check and balance against the government.

Govt's MOU on allocation will weaken opposition bloc in parliament, says PKR MP

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan have declared their assets to the MACC.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said the duo did so according to the period given by the commission.

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s sons Mokhzani and Mirzan have declared their assets to the MACC.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said the duo did so according to the period given by the commission.

Mahathir's sons have declared their assets to MACC, says Azam

Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has offered to help Teresa Kok with donations after she blamed ChatGPT and media sensationalism for the controversy surrounding her remark on the halal certification issue. Fadhli added that if the government were to provide Perikatan Nasional lawmakers with constituency allocations, he would like to donate a portion of it to Kok so that she can hire a part-time assistant to help with translations.

Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has offered to help Teresa Kok with donations after she blamed ChatGPT and media sensationalism for the controversy surrounding her remark on the halal certification issue. Fadhli added that if the government were to provide Perikatan Nasional lawmakers with constituency allocations, he would like to donate a portion of it to Kok so that she can hire a part-time assistant to help with translations.

Fadhli sarcastically offers RM300 a month donation to Teresa

Perak PAS commissioner Razman Zakaria has slammed Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail over his statement on PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s speech at the recent 70th PAS muktamar.He questioned if Saifuddin was using his minister’s position to act like a cybertrooper after the home minister issued a media statement bearing the national coat of arms to comment on the PAS assembly and its president's speech.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/719573

Perak PAS commissioner Razman Zakaria has slammed Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail over his statement on PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang’s speech at the recent 70th PAS muktamar.He questioned if Saifuddin was using his minister’s position to act like a cybertrooper after the home minister issued a media statement bearing the national coat of arms to comment on the PAS assembly and its president's speech.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/719573

Razman: Saifuddin acting more like cybertrooper instead of minister

Taipei 101's annual fireworks show welcomed the arrival of 2021 with 16,000 fireworks, witnessed by tens of thousands of viewers who gathered in celebration.Titled "Embrace the World with Love; Ignite the Future with Hope," the five-minute fireworks display was divided into five parts. It was a tribute to Taiwan's frontline medical workers and intended to convey a message of unity to the world.footage:https://www.facebook.com/285638209051773/videos/1116846418773526

Taipei 101's annual fireworks show welcomed the arrival of 2021 with 16,000 fireworks, witnessed by tens of thousands of viewers who gathered in celebration.Titled "Embrace the World with Love; Ignite the Future with Hope," the five-minute fireworks display was divided into five parts. It was a tribute to Taiwan's frontline medical workers and intended to convey a message of unity to the world.footage:https://www.facebook.com/285638209051773/videos/1116846418773526

Spectacular fireworks light up Taipei's sky on New Year's Eve