Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has requested South Africa's endorsement for Malaysia's candidacy in several global organizations. He confirmed asking for this support during a meeting with President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa. Malaysia is seeking seats on the International Maritime Organization, the UN Economic and Social Council, and the International Telecommunication Union. The nation is also bidding for positions on the UN Human Rights Council and the UN Security Council.
Anwar reiterated Malaysia's dedication to a partnership founded on mutual trust and shared development goals for both countries. He is currently in Johannesburg for the G20 Leaders' Summit, attending as a guest in Malaysia's capacity as the ASEAN chair.
Perikatan Nasional chairman Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin conducted a walkthrough of a Servay Hypermarket in Putatan, Sabah. He was accompanied by the coalition's Petagas candidate, Dr. Afifi Saif, who is contesting the election for the first time. During the visit, they interacted with local shopkeepers and residents.
Dr. Afifi cautioned the electorate against accepting monetary offers for their votes, suggesting that a small immediate payment could lead to prolonged poor representation. He advised voters to select their leaders wisely to avoid electing officials who might neglect their constituencies until the next election cycle.
A collapsed section of the Gua Musang-Jeli Road has been fully rebuilt, according to the Kelantan Public Works Department. Director Nik Badlihisham Nik Ismail reported that the 4.1 million ringgit reconstruction of the damaged stretch at Kilometre 35 was finished. The initial failure, attributed to an aged culvert, required nearly eight months of repair work.
Mohd Azmawi Fikri Abdul Ghani, the Nenggiri Assemblyman, stated that the new infrastructure features enhanced drainage and modern safety systems. He expressed gratitude for the department's efforts in completing the project. Residents confirmed the road's importance as a primary route, noting their previous reliance on a lengthy and inconvenient temporary path for nearly ten months.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim declared Malaysia's commitment to deepening its economic and technological partnership with South Africa. He announced that both nations are preparing to sign agreements on industrial collaboration, green energy, and education. Anwar specifically invited South African firms to join Malaysia's semiconductor industry by offering them space and incentives at the Malaysia Integrated Circuit Design Park.
The Prime Minister extended his congratulations to South Africa for its inaugural G20 presidency. He noted that the G20 theme of solidarity and sustainability matches Malaysia's own priorities as the current ASEAN chair. Anwar made these statements following a meeting with President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa...
A Malaysian national connected to the Sam Gor drug syndicate received a life sentence for a massive narcotics violation. A Philippine court convicted Kong Ket Koon after his fishing vessel, the F/B Christeve, was intercepted near Subic in Zambales. Authorities discovered 1.48 million grams of shabu, commonly known as methamphetamine, with an estimated value of 10 billion Philippine pesos.
The court also mandated a 10 million peso fine and the government's seizure of the fishing boat. Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency head Isagani Nerez called the conviction a significant moral victory. He stated that resolving such a high-profile case within five months represented swift justice, which reinforces public confidence in the nation's...
During a meeting with South African Islamic leaders, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed Malaysia's readiness to enhance collaboration in the halal industry with African nations. He specified that this cooperation would encompass halal certification development and capacity-building initiatives to benefit local Muslim communities.
The Prime Minister characterized the session as a meaningful opportunity to discuss strategies for strengthening the global Muslim community. As a gesture of fellowship, he presented the leaders with a special edition Quran and several boxes of English-translated Qurans. Anwar is currently in Johannesburg to participate in the G20 Leaders' Summit as a guest of the host nation's president.
A non-governmental organization is seeking to halt the court inquest into the death of a teenage girl, Zara Qairina Mahathir, citing improper legal procedure. The president of Pertubuhan Kebajikan Ekonomi Semangat Bersatu Malaysia, Datuk Seri Mohd Jeffry Rosman, contends that authorities incorrectly applied the federal Criminal Procedure Code instead of Sabah's own Inquest Ordinance.
He argued that this constitutes a legal overreach, violating the specific state law designed for such proceedings. The organization's judicial review application aims to nullify the current inquest, which has proceeded for over forty days. It requests that a new investigation be conducted under the correct local ordinance, which includes provisions for a...
The Pakatan Harapan campaign for the Api-Api state seat has denied accusations of distributing cash or goods to voters. Its election committee secretary, Lucas Yong, labeled the claims as misinformation and potential political sabotage. He reported an unusual stream of visitors to their operations center, many stating they were instructed to collect assistance.
Yong firmly stated that their campaign does not provide any form of material aid, emphasizing that such acts violate election laws. He expressed concern that false messages were circulated to mislead the public and create confusion. The campaign urged voters to rely only on official channels for information, clarifying that their center only offers legitimate voter services like...
Malaysia’s meteorological department has issued a continuous rain warning for six states. The alert for Perlis, Kedah, Penang, and parts of Perak is in effect. A separate warning for Kelantan and Terengganu remains active for a longer period.
The public is advised to obtain the latest weather updates through the department’s official website, its dedicated mobile application, and its social media channels. A designated hotline is also available for further public inquiries regarding the weather situation.
