A new international school, Reigate Grammar School Kuala Lumpur, has opened its custom-built campus in Kajang 2. This institution represents a partnership with the Beaconhouse Group, extending a 350-year British educational legacy into Malaysia. The school currently enrolls over 400 students from 28 different countries.
Principal Philip Bailey stated the school aims to foster a supportive and inclusive community. The curriculum is British, emphasizing values like curiosity and resilience alongside academic progress. Campus facilities include science laboratories, a library, and extensive sports amenities. A boarding facility for 250 students is planned for a future opening.
Barisan Nasional's platform for the Sabah state election will concentrate on resolving three primary state issues: water availability, electricity provision, and road infrastructure. Chairman Ahmad Zahid Hamidi announced the coalition's manifesto would also address youth unemployment, investment, and economic development. He noted that approximately 165,000 young people in Sabah are jobless.
The proposed solution involves establishing a new educational framework centered on technical and vocational training. Ahmad Zahid expressed a goal to create local industries so that Sabah residents can find employment within their home state. He revealed the manifesto's launch was strategically timed for a Saturday to maximize media coverage...
Selangor Menteri Besar Amirudin Shari has confirmed proposing Nurul Izzah Anwar as his potential successor. He stated that he suggested this formula directly to her as a way to avoid any perception of nepotism. Amirudin mentioned that the final decision rests with Nurul Izzah herself.
When questioned about his own political future, the Gombak MP expressed his readiness to assume responsibilities at the federal level. He confirmed his consideration of a move to federal duties.
On the final day of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is scheduled to present Malaysia's national statement. He will address two primary sessions, the first focusing on fostering inclusive economic growth and sustainable development. The second session will cover global resilience topics such as climate change and food security.
The Prime Minister will later attend an official dinner hosted by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. His participation in this summit follows an invitation extended to Malaysia in its capacity as the ASEAN chair. The Malaysian delegation includes several ministers and a business contingent.
Malaysia's attendance at the G20 Summit demonstrates its neutral and sovereign foreign policy, according to Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz. He stated that the nation engages with all countries based on its national interests, countering claims that recent trade agreements have compromised its independence. He cited Malaysia's simultaneous invitations to both South Africa and the United States for the ASEAN Summit as evidence of this balanced approach.
The minister confirmed his ministry would use the G20 platform to advocate for developing nations and promote equitable global trade. He attributed Malaysia's invitation to the summit to its active international role and strong South-South cooperation. The...
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim advised that continuous engagement can resolve tariff disputes with the United States, drawing from Malaysia's own experience. Speaking at a business forum in South Africa, he humorously recounted inviting former President Donald Trump to relax and resolve their trade issues, which led to a reduction in US tariffs on Malaysian goods. He suggested a similar approach could help South Africa, which faces a 30 percent US tariff on its exports.
Anwar confirmed he extended invitations to the leaders of South Africa and Brazil for the upcoming ASEAN Summit. He expressed his characteristically optimistic view that trade conflicts are surmountable with clear economic policies and persistent diplomatic effort.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim characterized Botswana as a key Malaysian partner within Africa, noting substantial investments there. He made this statement following a meeting with Botswana's Vice-President, Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe. Anwar highlighted several Malaysian commercial ventures in the republic, including an automotive wiring factory, the Limkokwing University campus in Gaborone, and railway maintenance services.
The Prime Minister added that Vice-President Gaolathe expressed gratitude for collaborative efforts with Malaysia's Performance Management and Delivery Unit. Both nations have agreed to investigate new areas for mutually beneficial cooperation. Anwar also extended his greetings to President Duma Boko, reinforcing the...
Only two senior figures, Chief Minister Hajiji Noor and former chief minister Shafie Apdal, are considered secure in their respective constituencies of Sulaman and Senallang during this unpredictable Sabah state election. Both are potential candidates for the chief minister position, though each faces multi-cornered contests. Other prominent leaders are navigating difficult races. Sabah Umno chief Bung Moktar Radin, defending his Lamag seat, won narrowly in the previous election. PBS president Dr. Joachim Gunsalam confronts challenges in Kundasang, including allegations from a mining scandal. DAP state chairman Ginger Phoong is taking a risk by contesting in Likas instead of his Luyang stronghold. Perikatan Nasional's state chief...
The National Art Gallery is pursuing a significant shift in its mission, moving beyond its traditional role as a central repository. Director-General Amerrudin Ahmad explained that the institution is now actively decentralizing Malaysian art, focusing on community engagement beyond Kuala Lumpur. This new approach involves supporting artists who create work within rural villages and fishing communities.
He cited specific examples, such as a Sabah artist who constructed a functional icebox sculpture with a local Bajau community. Another artist in Raub, Mohamad Ismadi Sallehudin, has built strong local ties through his studio. A mural in Kuala Terengganu even serves as a navigational guide for fishermen. Amerrudin stated that this...
