[KiniNews] Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86. The tycoon’s death was confirmed by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired."It is with great sadness that we announce the demise of our chairperson, Ananda Krishnan Tatparandam, who passed away peacefully on Nov 28," the company said.Ranked among Malaysia's richest men, his business empire includes stakes in Maxis and Astro.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism has urged the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) to address the issue of procuring classified documents in former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah’s criminal breach of trust case and to reinstate charges against the two.This followed yesterday’s court decision to grant former Najib and Irwan a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA), which resulted from the prosecution’s failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.___________________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] Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86. The tycoon’s death was confirmed by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired."It is with great sadness that we announce the demise of our chairperson, Ananda Krishnan Tatparandam, who passed away peacefully on Nov 28," the company said.Ranked among Malaysia's richest men, his business empire includes stakes in Maxis and Astro.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism has urged the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) to address the issue of procuring classified documents in former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah’s criminal breach of trust case and to reinstate charges against the two.This followed yesterday’s court decision to grant former Najib and Irwan a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA), which resulted from the prosecution’s failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.___________________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: Ananda Krishnan dies at 86; AGC urged to reinstate charges against Najib, Irwan

Penang PAS Youth said they will consider BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi as prone to “lying” if he fails to disclose who purportedly tried to persuade his coalition to leave the government.Penang PAS information chief Ibrahim Ani expressed doubts about the deputy prime minister’s claims.

Penang PAS Youth said they will consider BN chairperson Ahmad Zahid Hamidi as prone to “lying” if he fails to disclose who purportedly tried to persuade his coalition to leave the government.Penang PAS information chief Ibrahim Ani expressed doubts about the deputy prime minister’s claims.

Penang PAS Youth calls on Zahid to reveal MPs who wooed BN to leave govt

Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86.The tycoon’s death was confirmed in a statement issued by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired.

Billionaire T Ananda Krishnan died earlier today at the age of 86.The tycoon’s death was confirmed in a statement issued by Usaha Tegas Sdn Bhd, a company that he chaired.

Business tycoon Ananda Krishnan dies at 86

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said economic considerations, although very important, will not constrain Malaysia’s stance in voicing the demands and justice of the Palestinian people, especially in Gaza.He said Malaysia as an independent and sovereign country will continue to voice its stance on international issues including the oppression and tyranny in Gaza.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/Vp5AkIoyTvM

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said economic considerations, although very important, will not constrain Malaysia’s stance in voicing the demands and justice of the Palestinian people, especially in Gaza.He said Malaysia as an independent and sovereign country will continue to voice its stance on international issues including the oppression and tyranny in Gaza.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/Vp5AkIoyTvM

PM: Economic considerations do not limit Malaysia's stance on Gaza conflict

Na'imah Abdul Khalid has succeeded in having her court-impounded passport permanently returned to her.The Court of Appeal today allowed the appeal by the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, ruling that the lower court erred in allowing the impounding of the travel document as part of bail terms.

Na'imah Abdul Khalid has succeeded in having her court-impounded passport permanently returned to her.The Court of Appeal today allowed the appeal by the wife of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin, ruling that the lower court erred in allowing the impounding of the travel document as part of bail terms.

Daim's wife gets her passport permanently returned

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has been urged to address the issue of procuring classified documents in former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah’s criminal breach of trust case and to reinstate charges against the two.This followed yesterday’s court decision to grant former Najib and Irwan a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA), which resulted from the prosecution’s failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.

The Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) has been urged to address the issue of procuring classified documents in former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah’s criminal breach of trust case and to reinstate charges against the two.This followed yesterday’s court decision to grant former Najib and Irwan a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA), which resulted from the prosecution’s failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.

Najib, Irwan's DNAA: C4 Center urges AGC to review, reinstate CBT charges

The appointment of Perikatan Nasional secretary-general is the prerogative of the coalition chairperson, said Bersatu supreme council member Dr Afif Bahardin.“As for the PN secretary-general post, if you look at the coalition’s constitution, it comes under the prerogative of the coalition chairperson. The chairperson has the right to appoint," he said.

The appointment of Perikatan Nasional secretary-general is the prerogative of the coalition chairperson, said Bersatu supreme council member Dr Afif Bahardin.“As for the PN secretary-general post, if you look at the coalition’s constitution, it comes under the prerogative of the coalition chairperson. The chairperson has the right to appoint," he said.

PN sec-gen post: It's the prerogative of the coalition chairperson, says Bersatu leader

Attorney-General Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar must publicly explain the supposed mishandling of the criminal breach of trust (CBT) case involving the International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC), said electoral reform group Bersih.This is after the accused, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar, were granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) for their six CBT charges earlier today when the prosecution failed to hand over several classified documents crucial to the case.

Attorney-General Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar must publicly explain the supposed mishandling of the criminal breach of trust (CBT) case involving the International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC), said electoral reform group Bersih.This is after the accused, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar, were granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) for their six CBT charges earlier today when the prosecution failed to hand over several classified documents crucial to the case.

Bersih calls on AG to explain mishandling of IPIC case

In a sarcastic swipe, Muhyiddin Yassin has accused Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of resorting to “silat” in a desperate attempt to free himself after becoming entangled in his own web.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, the former premier also took a swipe at Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil over his explanation regarding Anwar’s recent official trips, which spanned three continents and involved five countries.

In a sarcastic swipe, Muhyiddin Yassin has accused Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of resorting to “silat” in a desperate attempt to free himself after becoming entangled in his own web.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, the former premier also took a swipe at Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil over his explanation regarding Anwar’s recent official trips, which spanned three continents and involved five countries.

[Interview] Muhyiddin accuses Anwar of 'bersilat' to escape trap that he created

There is a dark side in the pursuit of the truth with possible danger lying in wait for journalists on the path to effect change as experienced by Malaysiakini reporters S Vinothaa and B Nantha Kumar.KiniTV spoke to the two senior journalists who recalled being threatened after their exposés on migrant workers syndicate and issues related to human trafficking.To find out more about the journalists’ experience, watch the full video of InsideKini.Host: Sheha Mohd AminGuests: B Nantha Kumar and S VinothaaVideo editor: Phung Yie WenProducer: Robin Koh----If you like the reports we produce, consider donating to us by clicking on the link below. Your contribution to KiniTV means a lot. Thank you for your support. https://membership.malaysiakini.com/donation/kinitv

There is a dark side in the pursuit of the truth with possible danger lying in wait for journalists on the path to effect change as experienced by Malaysiakini reporters S Vinothaa and B Nantha Kumar.KiniTV spoke to the two senior journalists who recalled being threatened after their exposés on migrant workers syndicate and issues related to human trafficking.To find out more about the journalists’ experience, watch the full video of InsideKini.Host: Sheha Mohd AminGuests: B Nantha Kumar and S VinothaaVideo editor: Phung Yie WenProducer: Robin Koh----If you like the reports we produce, consider donating to us by clicking on the link below. Your contribution to KiniTV means a lot. Thank you for your support. https://membership.malaysiakini.com/donation/kinitv

INSIDEKINI | Malaysiakini journos threatened over exposés on migrant workers issues

A government lawmaker has urged the Communications Ministry to provide protection for two Malaysiakini journalists who received threats for exposing migrant workers’ syndicates and issues related to human trafficking.Jelutong MP RSN Rayer also called for the RM5 million allocation for the National Journalists’ Day (Hawana) to be increased.The senior journalists had recalled their experience during an interview and shared how they had been threatened.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRp0gZPb5R0

A government lawmaker has urged the Communications Ministry to provide protection for two Malaysiakini journalists who received threats for exposing migrant workers’ syndicates and issues related to human trafficking.Jelutong MP RSN Rayer also called for the RM5 million allocation for the National Journalists’ Day (Hawana) to be increased.The senior journalists had recalled their experience during an interview and shared how they had been threatened.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRp0gZPb5R0

Rayer: Give protection to Mkini journalists who exposed syndicates

[KiniNews] Former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah were granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) over six criminal breach of trust (CBT) charges involving RM6.6 billion.The Kuala Lumpur High Court today allowed the defence teams' DNAA bid, following the prosecution's failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.Judge Muhammad Jamil Hussin said the DNAA does not prejudice the prosecution as the two accused can still be recharged (in future if the prosecution wishes to do so).Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has challenged Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing to a debate over Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s (DBKL) decision to crack down on signages not properly displaying the Malay language.The war of words between both politicians started after DBKL launched a large-scale operation targeting signages that failed to give sufficient prominence to the Malay language.___________________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] Former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah were granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) over six criminal breach of trust (CBT) charges involving RM6.6 billion.The Kuala Lumpur High Court today allowed the defence teams' DNAA bid, following the prosecution's failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.Judge Muhammad Jamil Hussin said the DNAA does not prejudice the prosecution as the two accused can still be recharged (in future if the prosecution wishes to do so).Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has challenged Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing to a debate over Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s (DBKL) decision to crack down on signages not properly displaying the Malay language.The war of words between both politicians started after DBKL launched a large-scale operation targeting signages that failed to give sufficient prominence to the Malay language.___________________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: Najib, Irwan given DNAA in IPIC case; Signboard issue - Akmal challenges Tiong to debate

PKR’s Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin urged Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to investigate insurance companies for excessive profiteering by increasing premiums.He told a press conference in Parliament today that the central bank has the power to regulate insurance companies.If the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry could launch investigations over a price increase for eggs, Sim said, surely BNM could do so over insurance premiums increasing.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbTopAIMBqo

PKR’s Bayan Baru MP Sim Tze Tzin urged Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to investigate insurance companies for excessive profiteering by increasing premiums.He told a press conference in Parliament today that the central bank has the power to regulate insurance companies.If the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry could launch investigations over a price increase for eggs, Sim said, surely BNM could do so over insurance premiums increasing.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbTopAIMBqo

MP calls on BNM to probe health insurers over excessive profiteering

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has denied any knowledge about attempts to entice BN away from the coalition government.“I don’t know. I’m just an adviser to SG4 (Sdn Bhd). We talk mostly about development issues, not politics,” he said.

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has denied any knowledge about attempts to entice BN away from the coalition government.“I don’t know. I’m just an adviser to SG4 (Sdn Bhd). We talk mostly about development issues, not politics,” he said.

'I don't know' - Dr M denies knowledge of attempts to entice BN away from govt

Former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad said whistleblowers should be accorded protection under the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010.When asked about the whistleblower behind the alleged Sabah corruption scandal, Mahathir said he did not follow the reports but stressed that whistleblowers must be protected or they would not give information.

Former premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad said whistleblowers should be accorded protection under the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010.When asked about the whistleblower behind the alleged Sabah corruption scandal, Mahathir said he did not follow the reports but stressed that whistleblowers must be protected or they would not give information.

Whistleblowers should be accorded protection - Dr M

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin responded to questions about the opposition coalition, especially PAS, which detractors accuse of sowing hatred and divisiveness among the races.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin revealed how the coalition intends to convince non-Muslims to vote for PN.In defence of his coalition partner, Muhyiddin pointed to the restraint that PAS observed when it was part of his administration for 17 months from March 1, 2020, to Aug 16, 2021.

Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin responded to questions about the opposition coalition, especially PAS, which detractors accuse of sowing hatred and divisiveness among the races.In an exclusive interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin revealed how the coalition intends to convince non-Muslims to vote for PN.In defence of his coalition partner, Muhyiddin pointed to the restraint that PAS observed when it was part of his administration for 17 months from March 1, 2020, to Aug 16, 2021.

[Interview] Is PN for all or just Malays? Muhyiddin answers

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has challenged Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing to a debate over Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s (DBKL) decision to crack down on signages not properly displaying the Malay language.“I challenge the minister to an open debate on the signboard issue," he said.Akmal also urged the prime minister to replace Tiong with someone else.

Umno Youth chief Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh has challenged Tourism, Culture and Arts Minister Tiong King Sing to a debate over Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s (DBKL) decision to crack down on signages not properly displaying the Malay language.“I challenge the minister to an open debate on the signboard issue," he said.Akmal also urged the prime minister to replace Tiong with someone else.

Akmal challenges Tiong to open debate on signboard issue

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah were granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) over six criminal breach of trust (CBT) charges involving RM6.6 billion.The Kuala Lumpur High Court today allowed the defence teams' DNAA bid, following the prosecution's failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.

Former premier Najib Abdul Razak and former treasury secretary-general Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullah were granted a discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) over six criminal breach of trust (CBT) charges involving RM6.6 billion.The Kuala Lumpur High Court today allowed the defence teams' DNAA bid, following the prosecution's failure to hand over several classified documents crucial to the two accused to prepare their defence.

Najib, Irwan get DNAA in RM6.6b IPIC CBT case

PAS Youth has proposed that the party’s secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan replace Hamzah Zainudin as the new Perikatan Nasional secretary-general.PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden suggested this in light of Hamzah being given a new mandate as Bersatu’s deputy president.

PAS Youth has proposed that the party’s secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan replace Hamzah Zainudin as the new Perikatan Nasional secretary-general.PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden suggested this in light of Hamzah being given a new mandate as Bersatu’s deputy president.

PAS youth wants Takiyuddin as next PN sec-gen

Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has clarified that his apology to China tourists last week had nothing to do with the controversy surrounding non-Malay languages being used on signages.He said the apology was for several accidents involving foreign tourists on tour busses, which have led to injuries and deaths and raised doubts abroad about the quality of tourism in Malaysia.

Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing has clarified that his apology to China tourists last week had nothing to do with the controversy surrounding non-Malay languages being used on signages.He said the apology was for several accidents involving foreign tourists on tour busses, which have led to injuries and deaths and raised doubts abroad about the quality of tourism in Malaysia.

Tiong: My apology was about accidents, it has nothing to do with signage issue

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin was named as PN’s “poster boy” in the previous Sabah state election and GE15.However, a recent verbal spat between Bersatu, PAS, and Gerakan leaders had raised new questions on whether he would once again be the coalition’s prime minister candidate.In an interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin said individual leaders are free to voice their opinions but a final decision, which he is prepared to accept, will be made only in PN’s supreme council monthly meeting.

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin was named as PN’s “poster boy” in the previous Sabah state election and GE15.However, a recent verbal spat between Bersatu, PAS, and Gerakan leaders had raised new questions on whether he would once again be the coalition’s prime minister candidate.In an interview with Malaysiakini, Muhyiddin said individual leaders are free to voice their opinions but a final decision, which he is prepared to accept, will be made only in PN’s supreme council monthly meeting.

[Interview] PN's poster boy: PN supreme council will decide, says Muhyiddin

INSIDEKINI | Journos threatened over exposés on migrant workers issues

Kampar MP Chong Zhemin has questioned why MCA president Wee Ka Siong is doing the opposition’s work.Chong told a press conference in Parliament today that Wee had referred Rafizi Ramli to the Parliamentary Rights and Privileges Committee, under Standing Order 36(12).“And I want to say for the record here, for the whole of Parliament’s history in Malaysia, there has never been a backbencher who has used Standing Order 36(12) to refer their own cabinet minister, a frontbencher, to the Rights and Privileges Committee,” he said.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-wiG46V8Ok&t=282s

Kampar MP Chong Zhemin has questioned why MCA president Wee Ka Siong is doing the opposition’s work.Chong told a press conference in Parliament today that Wee had referred Rafizi Ramli to the Parliamentary Rights and Privileges Committee, under Standing Order 36(12).“And I want to say for the record here, for the whole of Parliament’s history in Malaysia, there has never been a backbencher who has used Standing Order 36(12) to refer their own cabinet minister, a frontbencher, to the Rights and Privileges Committee,” he said.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-wiG46V8Ok&t=282s

Why is Wee Ka Siong doing the opposition's job? - DAP MP

Several internal issues currently affecting Perikatan Nasional (PN) suggest that there are cracks in the relationship between PAS and Bersatu, said Pakatan Harapan Communications Director Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi, who is also the Information Chief of PKR, described the PAS-Bersatu relationship as increasingly strained due to the ongoing dispute over the issue of the ‘poster boy’ (Prime Minister candidate) within PN and, more recently, in the issue of the Perlis Cabinet reshuffle.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/harapandaily/videos/1087874519485005

Several internal issues currently affecting Perikatan Nasional (PN) suggest that there are cracks in the relationship between PAS and Bersatu, said Pakatan Harapan Communications Director Fahmi Fadzil.Fahmi, who is also the Information Chief of PKR, described the PAS-Bersatu relationship as increasingly strained due to the ongoing dispute over the issue of the ‘poster boy’ (Prime Minister candidate) within PN and, more recently, in the issue of the Perlis Cabinet reshuffle.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/harapandaily/videos/1087874519485005

Ties between PAS and Bersatu is becoming more tense - Fahmi

[KiniNews] Umno has reinstated former Pasir Salak MP Tajuddin Abdul Rahman’s membership, more than two years after suspending him in October 2022.Tajuddin was supposed to be suspended for six years after this open criticism against Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and the party, but this was reversed through a supreme council decision last night.Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the supreme council has unanimously agreed to rescind and retract the suspension of Tajuddin’s Umno membership effective immediately.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Veterans Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to give the tourism portfolio to someone more capable of protecting Malaysia’s good name.This was in response to Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing's remarks on the signboard issue and his apology to China tourists.Tiong has clarified that his apology to the people of Japan and China was due to a serious accident involving tourists from there and had nothing to do with the signboard issue.___________________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] Umno has reinstated former Pasir Salak MP Tajuddin Abdul Rahman’s membership, more than two years after suspending him in October 2022.Tajuddin was supposed to be suspended for six years after this open criticism against Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and the party, but this was reversed through a supreme council decision last night.Umno secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki said the supreme council has unanimously agreed to rescind and retract the suspension of Tajuddin’s Umno membership effective immediately.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Umno Veterans Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to give the tourism portfolio to someone more capable of protecting Malaysia’s good name.This was in response to Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Tiong King Sing's remarks on the signboard issue and his apology to China tourists.Tiong has clarified that his apology to the people of Japan and China was due to a serious accident involving tourists from there and had nothing to do with the signboard issue.___________________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: Umno reinstates Tajuddin's membership; Umno veterans calls for PM to replace Tiong

Thank you for joining our stream! For more videos like this you may follow us on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/kinitv), Facebook (www.fb.com/kinitv), and IG ( https://www.instagram.com/kinitvofficial/).As part of the Malaysiakini brand, KiniTV brings you the nation's top political and current affairs news stories in video format anywhere you are!Now, you can also catch our KiniNews bulletin on Astro Awani at 9:45pm every weekday.

Thank you for joining our stream! For more videos like this you may follow us on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/kinitv), Facebook (www.fb.com/kinitv), and IG ( https://www.instagram.com/kinitvofficial/).As part of the Malaysiakini brand, KiniTV brings you the nation's top political and current affairs news stories in video format anywhere you are!Now, you can also catch our KiniNews bulletin on Astro Awani at 9:45pm every weekday.

LIVE: Khairy holds press conference on Malaysia's Covid-19 vaccine situation