[KiniNews] The Home Ministry will comply with a court decision to return 172 watches seized in a crackdown last year from the Swatch Pride collection.Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya, its minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail defended the crackdown, saying that it followed procedures and laws but also conceded to the court’s purview to rule in a challenge filed by the Swiss watchmaker.“If that is the court decision, by right, the Home Ministry must comply with the decision, or else it would be viewed as contempt. So I must first get the report on the judgment,” said Saifuddin.Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has responded to Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing over his remarks on Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s crackdown on business signages.Akmal told Tiong that the ones who are making it racist are those who have lived in Malaysia for so long but still pretend not to understand the laws and sensitivities of the people in this country.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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!

[KiniNews] The Home Ministry will comply with a court decision to return 172 watches seized in a crackdown last year from the Swatch Pride collection.Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya, its minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail defended the crackdown, saying that it followed procedures and laws but also conceded to the court’s purview to rule in a challenge filed by the Swiss watchmaker.“If that is the court decision, by right, the Home Ministry must comply with the decision, or else it would be viewed as contempt. So I must first get the report on the judgment,” said Saifuddin.Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has responded to Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing over his remarks on Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s crackdown on business signages.Akmal told Tiong that the ones who are making it racist are those who have lived in Malaysia for so long but still pretend not to understand the laws and sensitivities of the people in this country.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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!

#KiniNews: KDN will comply with ruling on Swatch watches; Akmal responds to Tiong on signboard issue

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has criticised Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing for apologising to China tourists.At a press conference in Parliament today, the Bersatu lawmaker questioned Tiong’s motives and reasoning, describing the move as unwarranted and trivial.Wan Fayhsal’s comments came in response to media reports about Tiong’s recent apology during his speech at the China International Travel Mart (CITM) opening in Shanghai.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726979Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/Fw6FmFEJwZ8

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal has criticised Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing for apologising to China tourists.At a press conference in Parliament today, the Bersatu lawmaker questioned Tiong’s motives and reasoning, describing the move as unwarranted and trivial.Wan Fayhsal’s comments came in response to media reports about Tiong’s recent apology during his speech at the China International Travel Mart (CITM) opening in Shanghai.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726979Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/Fw6FmFEJwZ8

Wan Fayhsal: Is Tiong China's tourism minister or Malaysia's?

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is in defence mode after his remarks in Parliament raised questions about private businesses allegedly paying for his travel expenses on official trips.Anwar clarified that his portion of travel expenses were all covered by the government.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is in defence mode after his remarks in Parliament raised questions about private businesses allegedly paying for his travel expenses on official trips.Anwar clarified that his portion of travel expenses were all covered by the government.

Govt did not use private funds, says Anwar on funding for flights

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has responded to Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing over his remarks on Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s crackdown on business signages.“The ones who are being racist are those who have lived in Malaysia for so long but still pretend not to understand the laws and sensitivities of the people in this country, minister,” said Akmal.Akmal also drew comparisons with other countries where national languages dominate public signage.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726901

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has responded to Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing over his remarks on Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s crackdown on business signages.“The ones who are being racist are those who have lived in Malaysia for so long but still pretend not to understand the laws and sensitivities of the people in this country, minister,” said Akmal.Akmal also drew comparisons with other countries where national languages dominate public signage.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726901

Akmal responds to Tiong over signboard issue

Opposition MP Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) was ordered to leave the Dewan Rakyat this afternoon following a verbal fight among MPs over the usage of Chinese language on signages.Deputy Dewan Rakyat speaker Alice Lau made the order after the PAS representative continued in a verbal clash with Chong Zhemin (Harapan-Kampar).This happened after Chong claimed Mas Ermieyati Samsudin (PN-Masjid Tanah) misled the august house when she accused Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing of playing up racial sentiments.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/tTas9dp-3pY

Opposition MP Awang Hashim (PN-Pendang) was ordered to leave the Dewan Rakyat this afternoon following a verbal fight among MPs over the usage of Chinese language on signages.Deputy Dewan Rakyat speaker Alice Lau made the order after the PAS representative continued in a verbal clash with Chong Zhemin (Harapan-Kampar).This happened after Chong claimed Mas Ermieyati Samsudin (PN-Masjid Tanah) misled the august house when she accused Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing of playing up racial sentiments.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/tTas9dp-3pY

Dewan Rakyat heats up over signboard issue, Pendang MP ordered to leave

The Home Ministry will comply with a court decision to return 172 watches seized in a crackdown last year from the Swatch Pride collection.Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya, its minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail defended the crackdown, saying that it followed procedures and laws but also conceded to the court’s purview to rule in a challenge filed by the Swiss watchmaker.

The Home Ministry will comply with a court decision to return 172 watches seized in a crackdown last year from the Swatch Pride collection.Speaking to reporters in Putrajaya, its minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail defended the crackdown, saying that it followed procedures and laws but also conceded to the court’s purview to rule in a challenge filed by the Swiss watchmaker.

Home Ministry will comply with court ruling on Swatch watches, says Saifuddin

A Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assemblyperson has forgiven a Warisan assemblyperson who punched her in the shoulder earlier this week.Kunak lawmaker Norazlinah Arif, however, only accepted the apology after lodging a police report.The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Sabah state legislature.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726887

A Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) assemblyperson has forgiven a Warisan assemblyperson who punched her in the shoulder earlier this week.Kunak lawmaker Norazlinah Arif, however, only accepted the apology after lodging a police report.The incident occurred on Wednesday at the Sabah state legislature.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726887

GRS rep forgives Warisan 'friend' who punched her after lodging report

Putrajaya is seeking a legal amendment that will compel social media platform providers into revealing data about their users upon police request.Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching told the Dewan Rakyat that the ministry plans to table a bill to amend the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, or Act 588, in December to achieve this.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/tTas9dp-3pY

Putrajaya is seeking a legal amendment that will compel social media platform providers into revealing data about their users upon police request.Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching told the Dewan Rakyat that the ministry plans to table a bill to amend the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, or Act 588, in December to achieve this.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/tTas9dp-3pY

Govt seeks legal amendment to compel social media firms to reveal user data

Sabah PKR today reminded that any attempts by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to pressure MACC into expediting a probe on the state’s recent corruption scandal is also tantamount to abuse of power.In a press conference yesterday, Sabah PKR information chief Razeef Rakimin said it is better for us to give room for MACC to freely investigate without any intervention and ensure that good governance within the agency is not compromised.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/PKRSabah/videos/915942020460954

Sabah PKR today reminded that any attempts by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to pressure MACC into expediting a probe on the state’s recent corruption scandal is also tantamount to abuse of power.In a press conference yesterday, Sabah PKR information chief Razeef Rakimin said it is better for us to give room for MACC to freely investigate without any intervention and ensure that good governance within the agency is not compromised.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/PKRSabah/videos/915942020460954

It's an abuse of power if PM pressures MACC on Sabah graft scandal, says PKR leader

A Swiss watchmaker succeeded in getting back its Pride collection timepieces seized by Malaysian authorities in a crackdown last year.The Kuala Lumpur High Court today allowed Swatch Group (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd’s judicial review for the return of its watches in various rainbow shades - which is the symbol of the LGBT community.

A Swiss watchmaker succeeded in getting back its Pride collection timepieces seized by Malaysian authorities in a crackdown last year.The Kuala Lumpur High Court today allowed Swatch Group (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd’s judicial review for the return of its watches in various rainbow shades - which is the symbol of the LGBT community.

Court orders Home Ministry to return seized Swatch watches

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hit back at critics mocking his decision to refuse his prime ministerial salary.In response to accusations of political theatrics, he pointed out that he still receives an allowance as the Tambun MP.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/553380880663491

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has hit back at critics mocking his decision to refuse his prime ministerial salary.In response to accusations of political theatrics, he pointed out that he still receives an allowance as the Tambun MP. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/553380880663491

'I have MP allowance' - Anwar to criticism of not taking PM salary

The government bore the cost of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visits to five countries by paying RM1.66 million.Companies following along the trips paid RM4.5 million, which was to cover their own travel costs, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.The total cost of the trips was RM6.162 million, where 27 percent was the government’s expenditure and the remainder was the companies’ portion.

The government bore the cost of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s official visits to five countries by paying RM1.66 million.Companies following along the trips paid RM4.5 million, which was to cover their own travel costs, said government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil.The total cost of the trips was RM6.162 million, where 27 percent was the government’s expenditure and the remainder was the companies’ portion.

Govt saved RM900k with chartered flight for PM's visit to five countries, says Fahmi

[KiniNews] PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position as it needs to be a mutually agreed upon decision.Hashim also said that PAS is more qualified to lead PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim said it's pointless for PAS to dream of getting the prime minister post.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that PAS would be able to do so.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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!

[KiniNews] PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position as it needs to be a mutually agreed upon decision.Hashim also said that PAS is more qualified to lead PN.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim said it's pointless for PAS to dream of getting the prime minister post.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that PAS would be able to do so.___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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!

#KiniNews: PAS more qualified to lead PN, says Hashim; PAS as PM? It's pointless to dream, says Zaid

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza is apt, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.We welcome the decision and agree that they should be arrested even if they are visiting other countries,” he told reporters when asked about the ICC decision after performing Friday prayers in Putrajaya today.

The International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant for alleged war crimes in Gaza is apt, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.We welcome the decision and agree that they should be arrested even if they are visiting other countries,” he told reporters when asked about the ICC decision after performing Friday prayers in Putrajaya today.

Anwar: ICC's arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision

Zaid Ibrahim has poured cold water on PAS to dissolve its “dream” of clinching the prized prime minister post should Perikatan Nasional win the next general election.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that the Islamic party would be able to do so.Zaid said while there are numerous PAS leaders who are qualified to be prime minister, they are either unsuitable or are not winnable candidates.

Zaid Ibrahim has poured cold water on PAS to dissolve its “dream” of clinching the prized prime minister post should Perikatan Nasional win the next general election.The former law minister said the nation needed a leader who is prepared to come down hard on corruption and is not confident that the Islamic party would be able to do so.Zaid said while there are numerous PAS leaders who are qualified to be prime minister, they are either unsuitable or are not winnable candidates.

Pointless for PAS to dream of becoming PM, says Zaid

Gerakan president Dominic Lau has made it clear that Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin is the coalition's candidate for the prime minister post.He pointed out that the former premier has the experience, leadership qualities and support of the coalition.

Gerakan president Dominic Lau has made it clear that Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin is the coalition's candidate for the prime minister post.He pointed out that the former premier has the experience, leadership qualities and support of the coalition.

Muhyiddin is PN’s poster boy, our PM candidate, says Gerakan

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has accused former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon of acting against the board’s decision.“I must state, without making accusations, that the former CEO acted contrary to the board’s decisions."“According to SMM’s report, the board decided otherwise, but the CEO went ahead and issued letters granting Prospecting Licences (PLs) to selected companies,” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726670

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has accused former Sabah Mineral Management (SMM) chief executive officer Jontih Enggihon of acting against the board’s decision.“I must state, without making accusations, that the former CEO acted contrary to the board’s decisions."“According to SMM’s report, the board decided otherwise, but the CEO went ahead and issued letters granting Prospecting Licences (PLs) to selected companies,” he said.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726670

Hajiji: Ex-SMM CEO acted contrary to the board’s decisions

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim is the “sole voice and soul of reformasi” left in PKR, according to PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan.Hassan’s only offence is that he has been principled and stood his ground, he said.“When many in the Reformasi movement have taken the line of being silent or being ‘yes men’ to the ruling elites, Hassan has been the conscience of the 1998 Reformasi spirit,” he told Malaysiakini.

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim is the “sole voice and soul of reformasi” left in PKR, according to PSM deputy chairperson S Arutchelvan.Hassan’s only offence is that he has been principled and stood his ground, he said.“When many in the Reformasi movement have taken the line of being silent or being ‘yes men’ to the ruling elites, Hassan has been the conscience of the 1998 Reformasi spirit,” he told Malaysiakini.

PSM urges PKR not to silence Hassan, the 'sole voice' of Reformasi in the party

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has reiterated that the videos of the alleged corruption scandal involving assemblypersons were aimed at tarnishing his and the state government’s image.The Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) leader added that the state government would allow the authorities to investigate and take appropriate action if there are elements of wrongdoing or abuse of power."As for the details, I’m unable to elaborate further as the matter is under investigation, and any statement could jeopardise the process," he told the state legislative assembly on Wednesday.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNyGEhMN3bc&t=0sFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726667

Sabah Chief Minister Hajiji Noor has reiterated that the videos of the alleged corruption scandal involving assemblypersons were aimed at tarnishing his and the state government’s image.The Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) leader added that the state government would allow the authorities to investigate and take appropriate action if there are elements of wrongdoing or abuse of power."As for the details, I’m unable to elaborate further as the matter is under investigation, and any statement could jeopardise the process," he told the state legislative assembly on Wednesday.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNyGEhMN3bc&t=0sFull story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/726667

Corruption 'scandal' aimed at tarnishing me, state govt's image - Sabah CM

PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position unless it is a mutually agreed decision.

PAS has denied naming Muhyiddin Yassin as the Perikatan Nasional’s prime ministerial candidate in the next general election, stating the coalition has not decided on the matter.Responding to Ahmad Faizal Azumu’s remarks about Muhyiddin being PN’s sole nominee for the country’s top position, PAS spiritual leader Hashim Jasin said Bersatu cannot sideline PAS in determining the candidate for this important position unless it is a mutually agreed decision.

PAS more qualified to lead PN, says Hashim Jasin

PAS has censured Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for comparing Bersih’s poor grading of his government to the UPSR examination.“It is irresponsible and immature,” said PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah.“As the top leader, he should view the criticism seriously and display his commitment to address the weaknesses in his administration,” he added.

PAS has censured Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for comparing Bersih’s poor grading of his government to the UPSR examination.“It is irresponsible and immature,” said PAS vice-president Amar Abdullah.“As the top leader, he should view the criticism seriously and display his commitment to address the weaknesses in his administration,” he added.

It's irresponsible and immature, says PAS veep on Anwar's response to Bersih's ranking

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, he reiterated the government's seriousness in fighting graft and that they would not protect anyone.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin recalled how Anwar has been chanting “reformasi” since his unceremonious exit in September 1998 and spent more than two decades delivering blistering speeches nationwide on how he intended to transform the nation for the better.“He had 24 years to prepare for the UPSR examination. And unlike other exams, he was given the luxury of answering the questions for two years," he said.Hanipa was responding to Anwar saying his Madani government could do better in the future and would aspire to score an “A” in the SPM examination after obtaining a “D” in Bersih’s test, which he equated to the UPSR examination for Standard Six pupils in the past___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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!

[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim today stressed that there will be no cover-ups in the MACC investigation into the alleged bribery scandal involving several Sabah state assemblypersons.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, he reiterated the government's seriousness in fighting graft and that they would not protect anyone.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Mohamed Hanipa Maidin recalled how Anwar has been chanting “reformasi” since his unceremonious exit in September 1998 and spent more than two decades delivering blistering speeches nationwide on how he intended to transform the nation for the better.“He had 24 years to prepare for the UPSR examination. And unlike other exams, he was given the luxury of answering the questions for two years," he said.Hanipa was responding to Anwar saying his Madani government could do better in the future and would aspire to score an “A” in the SPM examination after obtaining a “D” in Bersih’s test, which he equated to the UPSR examination for Standard Six pupils in the past___________________In conjunction with Malaysiakini turning 25, from now to 30 November, you can subscribe or renew your Malaysiakini package with 25% off. Click the link in the description below.https://membership.malaysiakini.com/membership/promo?code=MK25ANTVEN —📌 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!

#KiniNews: No cover-up in Sabah scandal, says PM; Anwar had 24 years to prepare for UPSR - Hanipa

PKR is holding a disciplinary hearing for its Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim at the party headquarters in Petaling Jaya this afternoon.According to sources, the disciplinary board has summoned the outspoken representative over his statement on Putrajaya’s decision to appoint the royalty-linked U Mobile as the second operator for Malaysia’s 5G network.

PKR is holding a disciplinary hearing for its Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim at the party headquarters in Petaling Jaya this afternoon.According to sources, the disciplinary board has summoned the outspoken representative over his statement on Putrajaya’s decision to appoint the royalty-linked U Mobile as the second operator for Malaysia’s 5G network.

PKR disciplinary board summons Hassan over remarks on 5G network decision

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim believes the government can perform better in implementing reform over time, saying that his Madani administration is still new.This came in response to Bersih giving the government a poor rating in its recent assessment, where the electoral reform group criticised Putrajaya for failing to fulfil many of its reform agendas.“UPSR we get a 'D', later during SPM we should get an 'A'. We are still very new," he quipped during the Prime Minister’s Question Time today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim believes the government can perform better in implementing reform over time, saying that his Madani administration is still new.This came in response to Bersih giving the government a poor rating in its recent assessment, where the electoral reform group criticised Putrajaya for failing to fulfil many of its reform agendas.“UPSR we get a 'D', later during SPM we should get an 'A'. We are still very new," he quipped during the Prime Minister’s Question Time today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/live/MWNm48uGcik

It's a D for UPSR, we can get A for SPM, says Anwar on Bersih's ranking

Taking potshots at Perikatan Nasional, Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi said the opposition would not even be eligible for grading if left to the rakyat.He said this in response to Arau MP Shahidan Kassim’s claims yesterday that the government risked getting an “E grade” if the public had a say.

Taking potshots at Perikatan Nasional, Umno supreme council member Mohd Puad Zarkashi said the opposition would not even be eligible for grading if left to the rakyat.He said this in response to Arau MP Shahidan Kassim’s claims yesterday that the government risked getting an “E grade” if the public had a say.

PN wouldn't even have a grade, Puad tells Shahidan

When asked to comment on Prof Jomo Kwame Sundaram's suggestion that it is not too late for the government to cancel the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project, Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng said the issue should be pursued within a wider scope.“I'm not in total disagreement with Jomo when he said that the project was linked to the 1MDB scandal, but at the same time, the whole project has been renegotiated with the Chinese government and they have agreed to scale down and renegotiate the price of the contract.“I think this is a win-win solution that we get. We must also understand that this (ECRL) involves relations between Malaysia and China, which is our largest trading partner. There are a lot of national considerations at stake,” he said.

When asked to comment on Prof Jomo Kwame Sundaram's suggestion that it is not too late for the government to cancel the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project, Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng said the issue should be pursued within a wider scope.“I'm not in total disagreement with Jomo when he said that the project was linked to the 1MDB scandal, but at the same time, the whole project has been renegotiated with the Chinese government and they have agreed to scale down and renegotiate the price of the contract.“I think this is a win-win solution that we get. We must also understand that this (ECRL) involves relations between Malaysia and China, which is our largest trading partner. There are a lot of national considerations at stake,” he said.

Guan Eng: I do not disagree with Prof Jomo