Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has firmly rejected Kedah's claims over his state, asserting its sovereign status is unequivocally clear. He stated that, according to the Federal Constitution, any historical financial obligations from an 1869 agreement are the federal government's responsibility, not Penang's.
Chow Kon Yeow clarified that Penang has no legal duty to pay rent or compensation to Kedah. He cited the Kedah and Penang Alteration of Boundaries Act of 1985 as having definitively established state boundaries. The Chief Minister also warned against narratives that could disrupt public harmony, pledging his administration would uphold the constitution and the rule of law. This rebuttal responded to Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk...
The Home Ministry has encouraged Sabah residents with undocumented children resulting from unregistered marriages to apply for citizenship through constitutional provisions. Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail stated that applications would be carefully processed by a special joint committee involving the Sabah government and his ministry.
He explained that applicants must register with the Chief Minister's Department and provide necessary confirmations, including from local village heads. The minister emphasized the importance of legally registering marriages to prevent children from facing difficulties with education and healthcare access. He expressed confidence that collaboration between the state and federal governments...
Penang has discovered non-radioactive rare earth element deposits with an estimated value of 21 billion US dollars, Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow announced. Preliminary studies indicate resources of approximately 1.7 million metric tonnes across several hilly locations, including Teluk Bahang and Balik Pulau.
Chow Kon Yeow emphasized that the state must first establish a comprehensive mineral regulatory framework before any development can proceed. He stated that the government is open to professionally evaluating proposals from both local and international parties interested in exploration.
This initiative to identify new revenue sources coincides with state efforts to replenish its consolidated account balance, which was drawn down...
Gerakan has stated that voters in Luyang are primarily concerned with local issues and better representation, not recent controversial remarks from a Kedah PAS figure. Gerakan Deputy President Oh Tong Keong claimed that persistent problems like flooding, a weak economy, and traffic congestion continue to plague the constituency despite it being held by DAP. He urged residents to vote for Gerakan, arguing that a DAP member would still serve as the local Member of Parliament and receive federal support.
During a press conference introducing their candidate, William Ooi Hong Yee, Gerakan Sabah Chairman Datuk Alexander Lo addressed sentiments favoring local parties. He argued that the origin of a political party is less important than the...
The Penang state government anticipates recording a budget surplus this year, with expectations of exceeding one billion ringgit in revenue for the first time since 2016. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow reported that revenue collection had already reached 924.1 million ringgit, surpassing the full-year target set for 2025.
He credited the strong financial performance to effective management, enhanced revenue collection, and prudent fiscal planning. This approach has also enabled the state to propose a significantly reduced deficit of just 19.91 million ringgit for the 2026 budget.
The Selangor government is evaluating the potential costs and logistics for holding its international business summit overseas. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari stated that this initiative aims to expand the state's international trade networks and strengthen its role as a gateway between Malaysia and the ASEAN region.
He identified several potential host countries, including Thailand, Singapore, and Indonesia, noting these markets are largely untapped. The summit, known as SIBS, encompasses several expos and conventions focused on investment and industry. The 2024 edition of the event generated a potential transaction value of 13.86 billion ringgit.
The High Court rejected a father's request to exhume his son's body for a new post-mortem. Justice Roszianayati Ahmad ruled that the cause of death for Muhammad Amir Rusyadi Muhamad Zaidi, a cadet who died after training, had been definitively established by Shah Alam Hospital as heat stroke with multiple organ failure.
However, the judge ordered police to reopen their investigation and appoint a new investigating officer from Bukit Aman to examine how the death occurred. She stated that the numerous affidavits contained allegations requiring a full inquiry, making a public inquest necessary. The court also dismissed several other applications from the father, including orders for an independent forensic examination and for a copy of...
A former aide to a federal minister was sentenced to six years in prison and fined 8.8 million ringgit for accepting bribes totaling 1.76 million ringgit. Saifullah Minggu, who worked for the then-Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Mohamaddin Ketapi, was convicted on eight counts of corruption related to a company's tender for creative production services.
The offences occurred at several locations over four months. The Sessions Court judge stated that the defence did not successfully challenge the prosecution's case. She also ordered an additional seven-year prison term should the former aide fail to pay the substantial fine.
The court approved a stay of execution on the sentence pending an appeal, setting bail at 280,000 ringgit.
Johor is implementing a dual strategy to manage human-wildlife conflicts, combining community training with advanced technology. According to State Health and Environment Committee chairman Ling Tian Soon, the new Community Wildlife Protection module will train residents in high-risk areas to identify animals, apply safety measures, and report sightings properly.
Simultaneously, the Wildlife and National Parks Department will increase its use of drones equipped with thermal imaging for surveillance. This technology enables rapid and safe monitoring of large animals like elephants across extensive areas, especially after dark. These efforts will be supported by integrated night patrols conducted with other security agencies and the...
