The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has remanded 17 company directors suspected of being involved in a cartel network for the Malaysian Army procurement tenders.The MACC announced that the five-day remand order until January 10th was issued after an application was made by the MACC at the Putrajaya Magistrate's Court on Tuesday morning.

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has remanded 17 company directors suspected of being involved in a cartel network for the Malaysian Army procurement tenders.The MACC announced that the five-day remand order until January 10th was issued after an application was made by the MACC at the Putrajaya Magistrate's Court on Tuesday morning.

17 company directors remanded over army procurement projects case

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as Perikatan Nasional chairperson has not yet been formally confirmed, according to the coalition’s election director, Sanusi Nor.Sanusi, who is also the Kedah menteri besar, said that while the former prime minister had announced his decision to step down from the PN leadership position, the matter will only be finalised following a meeting with the coalition’s leaders.

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as Perikatan Nasional chairperson has not yet been formally confirmed, according to the coalition’s election director, Sanusi Nor.Sanusi, who is also the Kedah menteri besar, said that while the former prime minister had announced his decision to step down from the PN leadership position, the matter will only be finalised following a meeting with the coalition’s leaders.

Muhyiddin's resignation not official until it is discussed at PN meeting, says Sanusi

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has given a cryptic message about "stepping down", after party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi rejected his call for Umno to quit the government.He indicated that despite best efforts, an unspecified goal was not met."We have put in our best effort and delivered the best. Maybe the weaknesses came from me," he said.

Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh has given a cryptic message about "stepping down", after party president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi rejected his call for Umno to quit the government.He indicated that despite best efforts, an unspecified goal was not met."We have put in our best effort and delivered the best. Maybe the weaknesses came from me," he said.

Perhaps it’s time to ‘step down’, says Akmal

Pakatan Harapan has lauded Umno's decision to stay in the Madani government, with the coalition secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail praising the party for showing a "high level of political maturity".Speaking to the press, the home minister said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's announcement last night helps maintain the country's political stability and unity.

Pakatan Harapan has lauded Umno's decision to stay in the Madani government, with the coalition secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail praising the party for showing a "high level of political maturity".Speaking to the press, the home minister said Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's announcement last night helps maintain the country's political stability and unity.

Saifuddin lauds Umno's 'politically mature' decision to remain in govt

Bersatu has sacked its supreme council member Saifuddin Abdullah.According to a Bersatu disciplinary board letter addressed to Saifuddin, the board stated that it had made the decision during a meeting on Monday.

Bersatu has sacked its supreme council member Saifuddin Abdullah.According to a Bersatu disciplinary board letter addressed to Saifuddin, the board stated that it had made the decision during a meeting on Monday.

Bersatu sacks Saifuddin Abdullah

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has, for the time being, ruled out any return to past political arrangements with the opposition, stressing that the party will remain part of the coalition government until the end of the current parliamentary term and the 16th general election.Zahid said the party had not confirmed any plans to revive old coalitions or political branding that had previously failed, warning against repeating costly political missteps.The decision, he said, was reached during an Umno political bureau meeting last night, during which Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh had presented the resolution reached at last week’s special convention.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has fractured his right hip and will require several weeks of hospitalisation.His aide Sufi Yusoff said Mahathir's condition was confirmed after a medical assessment.Mahathir was taken to the National Heart Institute (IJN) in Kuala Lumpur this morning after he sustained a fall at his residence in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has, for the time being, ruled out any return to past political arrangements with the opposition, stressing that the party will remain part of the coalition government until the end of the current parliamentary term and the 16th general election.Zahid said the party had not confirmed any plans to revive old coalitions or political branding that had previously failed, warning against repeating costly political missteps.The decision, he said, was reached during an Umno political bureau meeting last night, during which Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh had presented the resolution reached at last week’s special convention.Meanwhile, in a separate story, former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad has fractured his right hip and will require several weeks of hospitalisation.His aide Sufi Yusoff said Mahathir's condition was confirmed after a medical assessment.Mahathir was taken to the National Heart Institute (IJN) in Kuala Lumpur this morning after he sustained a fall at his residence in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.___________________📌 Share this news! Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkiniTurn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately!—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Umno won't be bitten by same snake twice - Zahid; Dr M fractures hip after fall

The proposal to limit the Prime Minister’s tenure to no more than 10 years or two terms is a game changer capable of bringing major reforms to the country’s governance system, said Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.Zahid said the proposal was suggested by the Prime Minister himself during a special Cabinet meeting yesterday and was agreed to by all Cabinet members.

The proposal to limit the Prime Minister’s tenure to no more than 10 years or two terms is a game changer capable of bringing major reforms to the country’s governance system, said Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.Zahid said the proposal was suggested by the Prime Minister himself during a special Cabinet meeting yesterday and was agreed to by all Cabinet members.

Limiting PM's tenure to 10 years a game changer in governance, says Zahid

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has, for the time being, ruled out any return to past political arrangements with the opposition, stressing that the party will remain part of the coalition government until the end of the current parliamentary term and the 16th general election.Zahid told reporters that the party had not confirmed any plans to revive old coalitions or political branding that had previously failed, warning against repeating costly political missteps.

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has, for the time being, ruled out any return to past political arrangements with the opposition, stressing that the party will remain part of the coalition government until the end of the current parliamentary term and the 16th general election.Zahid told reporters that the party had not confirmed any plans to revive old coalitions or political branding that had previously failed, warning against repeating costly political missteps.

Umno to stay with government, says Zahid

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad was taken to the hospital this morning after he sustained a fall at his residence in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.According to his press secretary, Sufi Yusoff, the incident happened about 9am when Mahathir was "transiting" from the balcony to the living room.

Former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad was taken to the hospital this morning after he sustained a fall at his residence in Seri Kembangan, Selangor.According to his press secretary, Sufi Yusoff, the incident happened about 9am when Mahathir was "transiting" from the balcony to the living room.

Dr Mahathir admitted to IJN after fall

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s former aide, Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak, has resigned from MMAG Holdings Bhd and disposed of his entire shareholding.His exit from the integrated supply chain management company came hardly a year after becoming the logistics firm’s largest shareholder.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s former aide, Farhash Wafa Salvador Rizal Mubarak, has resigned from MMAG Holdings Bhd and disposed of his entire shareholding.His exit from the integrated supply chain management company came hardly a year after becoming the logistics firm’s largest shareholder.

Farhash sells entire stake in MMAG, resigns as chairperson

Bersih has lauded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s announcement to introduce a 10-year term limit for the prime minister, describing it as an example to other countries also following the Westminster parliamentary system.Bersih chairperson Faisal Aziz said Malaysia is set to become the first country practising the Westminster model to impose a term limit on the prime minister’s office, if the law is enacted.

Bersih has lauded Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s announcement to introduce a 10-year term limit for the prime minister, describing it as an example to other countries also following the Westminster parliamentary system.Bersih chairperson Faisal Aziz said Malaysia is set to become the first country practising the Westminster model to impose a term limit on the prime minister’s office, if the law is enacted.

Bersih welcomes bill to limit PM's tenure to two-term

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated a cautionary reminder for enforcement authorities not to overstep boundaries in the process of executing their duties, amid heightened grievances over alleged misconduct.Although he had previously conveyed the message to the relevant authorities, Anwar said the admonition needed to be repeated.However, the prime minister did not elaborate on the reasons behind this.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Selangor PKR election director Dr Sathia Prakash Nadarajan has criticised remarks by Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, who called for support for the coalition government to be withdrawn.He described the call as an emotional manoeuvre that deliberately plays on religious and racial sentiments for short-term political gain, showing little regard for national stability.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reiterated a cautionary reminder for enforcement authorities not to overstep boundaries in the process of executing their duties, amid heightened grievances over alleged misconduct.Although he had previously conveyed the message to the relevant authorities, Anwar said the admonition needed to be repeated.However, the prime minister did not elaborate on the reasons behind this.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Selangor PKR election director Dr Sathia Prakash Nadarajan has criticised remarks by Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh, who called for support for the coalition government to be withdrawn.He described the call as an emotional manoeuvre that deliberately plays on religious and racial sentiments for short-term political gain, showing little regard for national stability.___________________📌 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: Enforcement bodies must adhere to rules, says Anwar; PKR leader hits out at Akmal

Despite initial expectations that PAS would focus on consolidating control of Perikatan Nasional following Muhyiddin Yassin's resignation as coalition chief, party leaders are signalling that they are also still interested in reviving Muafakat Nasional.PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden was among those who lauded his Umno counterpart Dr Akmal Saleh, for the latter’s efforts at reviving the PAS-Umno cooperation.

Despite initial expectations that PAS would focus on consolidating control of Perikatan Nasional following Muhyiddin Yassin's resignation as coalition chief, party leaders are signalling that they are also still interested in reviving Muafakat Nasional.PAS Youth chief Afnan Hamimi Taib Azamudden was among those who lauded his Umno counterpart Dr Akmal Saleh, for the latter’s efforts at reviving the PAS-Umno cooperation.

Several PAS leaders signal interest in reviving Muafakat Nasional

The government has allocated RM800 million to provide a one-off Early Schooling Aid (BAP) of RM150 to all students from Year One to Form Six this year."We increased it before up to Form 5, now we have increased it up to Form 6,"  said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.However, he said parents must go to their children's schools and listen to the teachers regarding any issues involving their children and cannot sent a representative.

The government has allocated RM800 million to provide a one-off Early Schooling Aid (BAP) of RM150 to all students from Year One to Form Six this year."We increased it before up to Form 5, now we have increased it up to Form 6," said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.However, he said parents must go to their children's schools and listen to the teachers regarding any issues involving their children and cannot sent a representative.

RM800m allocated for early schooling aid, says PM

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has urged party members not to be drawn into provocations.He emphasised that any decision regarding DAP’s direction would be made by the party, for the party, and in the best interests of the people it represents.

DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke has urged party members not to be drawn into provocations.He emphasised that any decision regarding DAP’s direction would be made by the party, for the party, and in the best interests of the people it represents.

Don't let others dictate our actions, says Loke

The monthly Rahmah Necessities Aid (Sara) of up to RM200 will be credited into the MyKad of eligible Malaysians in stages, starting on Jan 9, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced.Meanwhile, he said the first phase of Rahmah Cash Aid (STR), which involves amounts of up to RM500, will begin on Jan 20.

The monthly Rahmah Necessities Aid (Sara) of up to RM200 will be credited into the MyKad of eligible Malaysians in stages, starting on Jan 9, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced.Meanwhile, he said the first phase of Rahmah Cash Aid (STR), which involves amounts of up to RM500, will begin on Jan 20.

Sara aid and first phase of STR to be credited in January - PM

A historic law to limit the term of the prime minister to 10 years will be among four reforms to be enacted in 2026 as the Madani administration attempts to deliver on its electoral promises.In a special New Year’s announcement today, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the bill to limit a prime minister’s tenure to two terms will be tabled in Parliament sometime this year.

A historic law to limit the term of the prime minister to 10 years will be among four reforms to be enacted in 2026 as the Madani administration attempts to deliver on its electoral promises.In a special New Year’s announcement today, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the bill to limit a prime minister’s tenure to two terms will be tabled in Parliament sometime this year.

Govt to table bill to limit PM term to 10 years, says Anwar

Venezuela's capital, Caracas, woke to empty streets and closed gas stations after overnight US strikes.Residents described massive explosions near the city's Fort Tiuna military complex.Fearing shortages and power cuts in the aftermath of former leader Nicolas Maduro's capture by US forces, many Venezuelans are lining up at supermarkets to stockpile necessities.*Video provided by DW

Venezuela's capital, Caracas, woke to empty streets and closed gas stations after overnight US strikes.Residents described massive explosions near the city's Fort Tiuna military complex.Fearing shortages and power cuts in the aftermath of former leader Nicolas Maduro's capture by US forces, many Venezuelans are lining up at supermarkets to stockpile necessities.*Video provided by DW

Venezuelans brace for uncertain future after Maduro arrest

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on the US to release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.Anwar said their capture by the US military was of "unusual scope and nature" and was a clear violation of international law.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has called on the US to release Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife.Anwar said their capture by the US military was of "unusual scope and nature" and was a clear violation of international law.

Maduro and his wife must be released without any undue delay, says Anwar

Port Dickson Bersatu chief Badrul Hisham Shaharin has claimed that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Defence Minister Khaled Nordin are aware of alleged cartels within the armed forces.Better known as Chegubard, he said he had seen documents indicating their knowledge of the matter.He said he was lodging a police report and submitting the documents to back his claims.Badrul also challenged National Defence Education Centre president Sabri Zali, whom he implicated, to sue him if the allegations are false.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzql9up7zuU&t=900s

Port Dickson Bersatu chief Badrul Hisham Shaharin has claimed that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Defence Minister Khaled Nordin are aware of alleged cartels within the armed forces.Better known as Chegubard, he said he had seen documents indicating their knowledge of the matter.He said he was lodging a police report and submitting the documents to back his claims.Badrul also challenged National Defence Education Centre president Sabri Zali, whom he implicated, to sue him if the allegations are false.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzql9up7zuU&t=900s

Chegubard claims Anwar, Khaled aware of alleged armed forces cartels

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has brushed aside claims of efforts to revive the former Muafakat Nasional pact between PAS and Umno, saying any decision rests with the parties involved.He also declined to comment on whether turmoil within Perikatan Nasional would benefit the government.Meanwhile PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang has indicated that his party is poised to assume leadership of Perikatan Nasional.He said several names, including his own, were being considered to replace the coalition’s former chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.___________________📌 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 is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has brushed aside claims of efforts to revive the former Muafakat Nasional pact between PAS and Umno, saying any decision rests with the parties involved.He also declined to comment on whether turmoil within Perikatan Nasional would benefit the government.Meanwhile PAS president Abdul Hadi Awang has indicated that his party is poised to assume leadership of Perikatan Nasional.He said several names, including his own, were being considered to replace the coalition’s former chairperson and Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin.___________________📌 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 falling apart? Not my problem’, PAS ready to take over PN

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed claims of efforts to revive the former Muafakat Nasional pact between PAS and Umno, saying any such decision is up to the parties involved.Speaking to reporters in Petaling Jaya, Anwar reaffirmed that all parties in the unity government remain united and focused on their responsibilities until the next general election.He also declined to comment on whether turmoil within Perikatan Nasional would benefit the government.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/suarakeadilanofficial/videos/852597144348057

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed claims of efforts to revive the former Muafakat Nasional pact between PAS and Umno, saying any such decision is up to the parties involved.Speaking to reporters in Petaling Jaya, Anwar reaffirmed that all parties in the unity government remain united and focused on their responsibilities until the next general election.He also declined to comment on whether turmoil within Perikatan Nasional would benefit the government.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/suarakeadilanofficial/videos/852597144348057

PN falling apart? That's not my problem, says PM

PAS has signalled that it will take over and lead the top leadership of Perikatan Nasional following Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as coalition chair, which took effect yesterday.Party president Abdul Hadi Awang said the party will hold a special meeting next week to select a new PN chair, adding that the position will not go to a Bersatu leader.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzLMyEzXqlE

PAS has signalled that it will take over and lead the top leadership of Perikatan Nasional following Muhyiddin Yassin’s resignation as coalition chair, which took effect yesterday.Party president Abdul Hadi Awang said the party will hold a special meeting next week to select a new PN chair, adding that the position will not go to a Bersatu leader.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzLMyEzXqlE

PAS ready to take over PN, candidate set for next week - Hadi

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has described his resignation from the Perikatan Nasional chairperson post as a “strategic move” rather than a sign of weakness.In a New Year’s message, he also reaffirmed his position as Bersatu president, amid calls, including from within the party, to commence a succession plan.

Bersatu president Muhyiddin Yassin has described his resignation from the Perikatan Nasional chairperson post as a “strategic move” rather than a sign of weakness.In a New Year’s message, he also reaffirmed his position as Bersatu president, amid calls, including from within the party, to commence a succession plan.

'Step back, not sign of weakness': Muhyiddin signals Bersatu reset

PAS should consider a more mature political move by joining the Unity Government to safeguard the country’s future stability, said PKR Youth Selangor chief Muhammad Iman Haziq.The call comes amid escalating open tensions between Perikatan Nasional’s two main parties, PAS and Bersatu, with the rift now increasingly visible.

PAS should consider a more mature political move by joining the Unity Government to safeguard the country’s future stability, said PKR Youth Selangor chief Muhammad Iman Haziq.The call comes amid escalating open tensions between Perikatan Nasional’s two main parties, PAS and Bersatu, with the rift now increasingly visible.

PKR Youth to PAS: ‘Abandon Bersatu and join unity government’

PKR vice-president Tian Chua has been assaulted by party members and supporters outside the PKR headquarters in Petaling Jaya this afternoon following a central leadership meeting.Tian Chua was punched and had bottles thrown at him as security personnel struggled to get him into a vehicle.

PKR vice-president Tian Chua has been assaulted by party members and supporters outside the PKR headquarters in Petaling Jaya this afternoon following a central leadership meeting.Tian Chua was punched and had bottles thrown at him as security personnel struggled to get him into a vehicle.

Tian Chua assaulted outside PKR headquarters