[KiniNews] The prosecution has presented oral arguments in the continuation of the Federal Court's hearing of Najib Abdul Razak's main appeal in the RM42 million SRC International corruption case today.It was a rough start for the defence team as the former prime minister discharged members of the new legal team from Zaid Ibrahim Suflan TH Liew & Partners.However, Hisyam Teh Poh Teik remained as counsel on record for Najib.Meanwhile, Hisyam reiterated that he would not make oral submissions next Tuesday.Read more on Malaysiakini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632617The first 10 users to click on this link can read the whole article for free on Malaysiakini! -   https://www.malaysiakini.com/read4free/632617/dmG2e$LSJ#day-4-tough-day-for-najibs-counsel-hisyam ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] The prosecution has presented oral arguments in the continuation of the Federal Court's hearing of Najib Abdul Razak's main appeal in the RM42 million SRC International corruption case today.It was a rough start for the defence team as the former prime minister discharged members of the new legal team from Zaid Ibrahim Suflan TH Liew & Partners.However, Hisyam Teh Poh Teik remained as counsel on record for Najib.Meanwhile, Hisyam reiterated that he would not make oral submissions next Tuesday.Read more on Malaysiakini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632617The first 10 users to click on this link can read the whole article for free on Malaysiakini! - https://www.malaysiakini.com/read4free/632617/dmG2e$LSJ#day-4-tough-day-for-najibs-counsel-hisyam ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Tough day for Hisyam - Najib discharges Zaid's firm, bid to adjourn denied

A former Public Accounts Committee (PAC) chairperson has accused his successor of abusing his position to benefit Pakatan Harapan.In a statement yesterday, Johor Umno deputy chief Nur Jazlan Mohamed, who was the PAC chief between 2011 and 2013, also accused Wong of being unqualified to hold the position.Nur Jazlan said that he was a chartered accountant who was "amat arif" (well versed) in the procedures for reporting findings by the PAC.In response, Wong today said he had pointed out repeatedly in the past that PAC was a bipartisan body and all of its reports are produced based on consensus.

A former Public Accounts Committee (PAC) chairperson has accused his successor of abusing his position to benefit Pakatan Harapan. In a statement yesterday, Johor Umno deputy chief Nur Jazlan Mohamed, who was the PAC chief between 2011 and 2013, also accused Wong of being unqualified to hold the position. Nur Jazlan said that he was a chartered accountant who was "amat arif" (well versed) in the procedures for reporting findings by the PAC. In response, Wong today said he had pointed out repeatedly in the past that PAC was a bipartisan body and all of its reports are produced based on consensus.

Current, former PAC chairs trade blows over LCS scandal

Defence Minister Hishammuddin Hussein has been urged to clarify the details of a supplementary contract signed between his ministry and Boustead Naval Shipyard Sdn Bhd (BNS) in relation to the troubled littoral combat ship (LCS) project.In a statement, DAP deputy secretary-general Liew Chin Tong said that according to a BNS filing to the Companies Commission, the company signed a fifth supplementary contract for the LCS project with the Defence Ministry on May 31, 2022.

Defence Minister Hishammuddin Hussein has been urged to clarify the details of a supplementary contract signed between his ministry and Boustead Naval Shipyard Sdn Bhd (BNS) in relation to the troubled littoral combat ship (LCS) project. In a statement, DAP deputy secretary-general Liew Chin Tong said that according to a BNS filing to the Companies Commission, the company signed a fifth supplementary contract for the LCS project with the Defence Ministry on May 31, 2022.

DAP wants Hisham to come clean on 'supplementary' LCS contract

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s counsel Hisyam Teh Poh Teik reiterated that he would not be making oral submissions when proceedings resume on Tuesday (Aug 23).However, Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said the Federal Court will still give him the opportunity to prepare oral submissions.The top judge said the lawyer has tomorrow, Sunday, and Monday to prepare.When she asked whether Hisyam was not prepared even to make oral submissions next week, the lawyer affirmed this.Earlier today, the Federal Court denied Hisyam’s bid to adjourn proceedings on Tuesday and Wednesday next week as the defence lawyer has another court matter to attend.

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak’s counsel Hisyam Teh Poh Teik reiterated that he would not be making oral submissions when proceedings resume on Tuesday (Aug 23). However, Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat said the Federal Court will still give him the opportunity to prepare oral submissions. The top judge said the lawyer has tomorrow, Sunday, and Monday to prepare. When she asked whether Hisyam was not prepared even to make oral submissions next week, the lawyer affirmed this. Earlier today, the Federal Court denied Hisyam’s bid to adjourn proceedings on Tuesday and Wednesday next week as the defence lawyer has another court matter to attend.

Bid to adjourn hearing denied, Najib's lawyer has ‘another court matter’

With former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak unable to delay his appeal hearing at the Federal Court, several of his supporters took to social media to attack Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat's husband, Zamani Ibrahim.One set of social media users accused Zamani of authoring a Facebook post on May 11, 2018, where he expressed happiness that Najib had been "dethroned".The post was accessible yesterday but not at the time of writing.However, screenshots of the post, along with Zamani's photograph, have been widely shared by critics of the Federal Court panel hearing Najib's final appeal.

With former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak unable to delay his appeal hearing at the Federal Court, several of his supporters took to social media to attack Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat's husband, Zamani Ibrahim. One set of social media users accused Zamani of authoring a Facebook post on May 11, 2018, where he expressed happiness that Najib had been "dethroned". The post was accessible yesterday but not at the time of writing. However, screenshots of the post, along with Zamani's photograph, have been widely shared by critics of the Federal Court panel hearing Najib's final appeal.

Najib supporters target CJ's family

Umno did not give autonomy to its state and divisional leadership to cooperate with PAS and Bersatu for the upcoming general election, said party secretary-general Ahmad Maslan.“All quarters should refer to the resolution agreed upon at Umno annual general assembly 2021,” he said.It was reported that Selangor Umno wished to be granted autonomy so it could continue to work with PAS under the Muafakat Nasional (Muafakat) platform.Several states including Penang had also expressed their wishes to continue cooperating with Bersatu and PAS.

Umno did not give autonomy to its state and divisional leadership to cooperate with PAS and Bersatu for the upcoming general election, said party secretary-general Ahmad Maslan. “All quarters should refer to the resolution agreed upon at Umno annual general assembly 2021,” he said. It was reported that Selangor Umno wished to be granted autonomy so it could continue to work with PAS under the Muafakat Nasional (Muafakat) platform. Several states including Penang had also expressed their wishes to continue cooperating with Bersatu and PAS.

Umno: No pacts with Bersatu and PAS for GE15

Lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik informed the apex court that former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has discharged lawyers from Zaid Ibrahim's law firm, Zaid Ibrahim Suflan TH Liew & Partners.However, Hisyam himself will remain as Najib's counsel.Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat then directed for the hearing to proceed.Deputy public prosecutor V Sithambaram then resumed his oral submissions against Najib's appeal.

Lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik informed the apex court that former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak has discharged lawyers from Zaid Ibrahim's law firm, Zaid Ibrahim Suflan TH Liew & Partners. However, Hisyam himself will remain as Najib's counsel. Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat then directed for the hearing to proceed. Deputy public prosecutor V Sithambaram then resumed his oral submissions against Najib's appeal.

Zaid's firm discharged from representing Najib, one lawyer left

Politicians are not always to blame for corruption, said Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan.In a video statement uploaded to his Facebook page yesterday, he listed corruption cases involving several government agencies or GLCs to prove that corrupt people in high places are not always politicians.“The assumption is that misappropriation, mismanagement, and the like must involve an instruction from ‘sharks’ who must be a minister or prime minister.“This is a wrong assumption,” he said.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/shahrilsufianhamdan/videos/606542717542692

Politicians are not always to blame for corruption, said Umno information chief Shahril Hamdan. In a video statement uploaded to his Facebook page yesterday, he listed corruption cases involving several government agencies or GLCs to prove that corrupt people in high places are not always politicians. “The assumption is that misappropriation, mismanagement, and the like must involve an instruction from ‘sharks’ who must be a minister or prime minister. “This is a wrong assumption,” he said. Video source: https://www.facebook.com/shahrilsufianhamdan/videos/606542717542692

Umno leader: Corrupt 'sharks' are not always politicians

[KiniNews] Najib Abdul Razak said his current situation is as if he is without a defence counsel despite the apex court earlier today not allowing his lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik to discharge himself.During a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya this afternoon, the former prime minister recorded his objection in the strongest terms of the appeal proceedings where he claimed that his right to life, liberty, and a fair hearing is at stake.The former finance minister explained that it was as though he did not have a lawyer because Hisyam was not allowed to adjourn the main SRC appeal hearing to mount a proper defence of the appellant.Najib contended that his defence could not be put across today and that only the prosecution was able to present their arguments.Read more on Malaysiakini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632585First 10 users to click on this link can read the whole article for free on Malaysiakini! - https://www.malaysiakini.com/read4free/632585/iznw4YXRM#i-am-left-without-defence-counsel-najib ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Najib Abdul Razak said his current situation is as if he is without a defence counsel despite the apex court earlier today not allowing his lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik to discharge himself.During a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya this afternoon, the former prime minister recorded his objection in the strongest terms of the appeal proceedings where he claimed that his right to life, liberty, and a fair hearing is at stake.The former finance minister explained that it was as though he did not have a lawyer because Hisyam was not allowed to adjourn the main SRC appeal hearing to mount a proper defence of the appellant.Najib contended that his defence could not be put across today and that only the prosecution was able to present their arguments.Read more on Malaysiakini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632585First 10 users to click on this link can read the whole article for free on Malaysiakini! - https://www.malaysiakini.com/read4free/632585/iznw4YXRM#i-am-left-without-defence-counsel-najib ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Najib objects 'in the strongest terms', claims to be without defence counsel

Dr Mahathir Mohamad said Gerakan Tanah Air (GTA) will submit its registration application to the Registrar of Societies (RoS) next week.At a press conference today, he said at the moment, GTA is still in the process of selecting a suitable logo to complete the registration process.

Dr Mahathir Mohamad said Gerakan Tanah Air (GTA) will submit its registration application to the Registrar of Societies (RoS) next week. At a press conference today, he said at the moment, GTA is still in the process of selecting a suitable logo to complete the registration process.

Dr Mahathir: GTA to apply with ROS next week

Najib Abdul Razak said his current situation is as if he is without a defence counsel despite the apex court earlier today not allowing his lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik to discharge himself.During a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya this afternoon, the former prime minister recorded his objection in the strongest terms of the appeal proceedings where he claimed that his right to life, liberty, and a fair hearing is at stake.The former finance minister explained that it was as though he does not have a lawyer because Hisyam was not allowed to adjourn the main SRC appeal hearing to mount a proper defence of the appellant.More: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632585

Najib Abdul Razak said his current situation is as if he is without a defence counsel despite the apex court earlier today not allowing his lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik to discharge himself. During a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya this afternoon, the former prime minister recorded his objection in the strongest terms of the appeal proceedings where he claimed that his right to life, liberty, and a fair hearing is at stake. The former finance minister explained that it was as though he does not have a lawyer because Hisyam was not allowed to adjourn the main SRC appeal hearing to mount a proper defence of the appellant. More: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632585

Najib left without defence counsel

Najib Abdul Razak said his current situation is as if he is without a defence counsel despite the apex court earlier today not allowing his lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik to discharge himself.During a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya this afternoon, the former prime minister recorded his objection in the strongest terms of the appeal proceedings where he claimed that his right to life, liberty, and a fair hearing is at stake.The former finance minister explained that it was as though he does not have a lawyer because Hisyam was not allowed to adjourn the main SRC appeal hearing to mount a proper defence of the appellant.Najib contended that his defence could not be put across today and that only the prosecution was able to present their arguments.

Najib Abdul Razak said his current situation is as if he is without a defence counsel despite the apex court earlier today not allowing his lawyer Hisyam Teh Poh Teik to discharge himself. During a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya this afternoon, the former prime minister recorded his objection in the strongest terms of the appeal proceedings where he claimed that his right to life, liberty, and a fair hearing is at stake. The former finance minister explained that it was as though he does not have a lawyer because Hisyam was not allowed to adjourn the main SRC appeal hearing to mount a proper defence of the appellant. Najib contended that his defence could not be put across today and that only the prosecution was able to present their arguments.

[Full press conference] Najib: I am left without defence counsel

Top Umno leaders have been accused of launching coordinated attacks on the judiciary following legal setbacks faced by former Umno president Najib Abdul Razak.Pejuang legal counsel Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali said that when the Federal Court rejected Najib's bid to introduce "new evidence" on Tuesday, Umno leaders were quiet."However, last night, the Umno propaganda started. Top Umno leaders - their president, deputy president and youth chief - issued statements which can be construed as questioning the decisions of the Federal Court," said Rafique in a statement today.

Top Umno leaders have been accused of launching coordinated attacks on the judiciary following legal setbacks faced by former Umno president Najib Abdul Razak. Pejuang legal counsel Muhammad Rafique Rashid Ali said that when the Federal Court rejected Najib's bid to introduce "new evidence" on Tuesday, Umno leaders were quiet. "However, last night, the Umno propaganda started. Top Umno leaders - their president, deputy president and youth chief - issued statements which can be construed as questioning the decisions of the Federal Court," said Rafique in a statement today.

Pejuang lawyer calls out Umno's top leaders for 'attacking judiciary'

Crackhouse Comedy Club owners Rizal Van Geyzel and Shankar R Santhiram have sent a letter of demand to Kuala Lumpur mayor Mahadi Che Ngah over media reports on the club’s license being revoked, with a permanent ban imposed on its owners from registering any business in the nation’s capital.The duo claimed that they received no official notice from the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) on the matter and are now seeking Mahadi to clarify whether the statements made by Deputy Federal Territories Minister Jalaluddin Alias were true.Yesterday, Berita Harian reported Jalaluddin as saying that Rizal was permanently blacklisted and the DBKL’s licensing committee had decided to revoke the comedy club's licence effective July 30.More: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632545

Crackhouse Comedy Club owners Rizal Van Geyzel and Shankar R Santhiram have sent a letter of demand to Kuala Lumpur mayor Mahadi Che Ngah over media reports on the club’s license being revoked, with a permanent ban imposed on its owners from registering any business in the nation’s capital. The duo claimed that they received no official notice from the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) on the matter and are now seeking Mahadi to clarify whether the statements made by Deputy Federal Territories Minister Jalaluddin Alias were true. Yesterday, Berita Harian reported Jalaluddin as saying that Rizal was permanently blacklisted and the DBKL’s licensing committee had decided to revoke the comedy club's licence effective July 30. More: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632545

Crackhouse owners send letter of demand to KL mayor over ban

Perikatan Nasional (PN) has submitted a letter seeking an official meeting with Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob to discuss several issues raised by the coalition.The matter was confirmed by its secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin today, who clarified that his previous meeting with the prime minister was an informal one.

Perikatan Nasional (PN) has submitted a letter seeking an official meeting with Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob to discuss several issues raised by the coalition. The matter was confirmed by its secretary-general Hamzah Zainudin today, who clarified that his previous meeting with the prime minister was an informal one.

Hamzah: PN seeking official meeting with PM

Umno's top two leaders have criticised the Federal Court for dismissing former premier Najib Abdul Razak's attempt to introduce new evidence in his final appeal against conviction.In a statement last night, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said his party was "saddened" by the apex court's decision."Umno will not interfere with court affairs. However, we believe that justice need not only be done but it must be seen to be done," said Zahid.In a separate statement, party deputy president Mohamad Hasan said all evidence must be considered and not set aside on technical grounds.

Umno's top two leaders have criticised the Federal Court for dismissing former premier Najib Abdul Razak's attempt to introduce new evidence in his final appeal against conviction. In a statement last night, Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said his party was "saddened" by the apex court's decision. "Umno will not interfere with court affairs. However, we believe that justice need not only be done but it must be seen to be done," said Zahid. In a separate statement, party deputy president Mohamad Hasan said all evidence must be considered and not set aside on technical grounds.

Umno 'saddened' by Federal Court ruling on Najib’s new evidence

Pakatan Harapan has promised to continue the investigation into the procurement of littoral combat ships (LCS) which was halted after the Harapan government fell in February 2020.In a joint press conference today, the coalition's information chiefs also slammed Umno leaders for ignoring the navy's views in choosing the design of the ships.

Pakatan Harapan has promised to continue the investigation into the procurement of littoral combat ships (LCS) which was halted after the Harapan government fell in February 2020. In a joint press conference today, the coalition's information chiefs also slammed Umno leaders for ignoring the navy's views in choosing the design of the ships.

Harapan vows to resume LCS probe if it wins GE15

Najib Abdul Razak’s newly-appointed counsel Hisyam Teh Poh Teik was not allowed to discharge himself from representing the former prime minister in the RM42 million SRC International corruption appeal.The five-person apex court bench chaired by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat unanimously dismissed the bid this morning.However, the lawyer refused to submit, so the court then directed the prosecution to submit the appeal.Earlier today, Hisyam failed in his latest application for the Federal Court to adjourn the hearing of the appeal so that he could have more time to prepare for the case.

Najib Abdul Razak’s newly-appointed counsel Hisyam Teh Poh Teik was not allowed to discharge himself from representing the former prime minister in the RM42 million SRC International corruption appeal. The five-person apex court bench chaired by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat unanimously dismissed the bid this morning. However, the lawyer refused to submit, so the court then directed the prosecution to submit the appeal. Earlier today, Hisyam failed in his latest application for the Federal Court to adjourn the hearing of the appeal so that he could have more time to prepare for the case.

New lawyer not allowed to discharge self from representing Najib

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Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said amending the Federal Constitution to provide citizenship to overseas-born children through their Malaysian mothers is beyond the powers of the government. He said a constitutional amendment would require the involvement of the Conference of Rulers.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said amending the Federal Constitution to provide citizenship to overseas-born children through their Malaysian mothers is beyond the powers of the government. He said a constitutional amendment would require the involvement of the Conference of Rulers.

Wan Junaidi: Govt can't amend Constitution to give kids born abroad citizenship

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LIVE: #JusticeforNajib gathering at Palace of Justice

[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on party members to rally behind his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak - who is at the final stage of appealing his SRC International conviction.Zahid said Najib has done much for Umno and BN, especially on social media, after the coalition was defeated in the 2018 general election."He is the king of social media and he helped to revive Umno faster, to the point that those who kept away or belittled Umno before this not only want to be close (to us) again but want to take over Umno now," he said on Facebook.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a declassified report of a probe on the littoral combat ship (LCS) project has torn apart Zahid's denial of involvement in its procurement.Further, the evidence included in the report by the Special Investigation Committee on Public Governance, Procurement and Finance (JKSTUPKK) is in Zahid's own handwriting.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on party members to rally behind his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak - who is at the final stage of appealing his SRC International conviction.Zahid said Najib has done much for Umno and BN, especially on social media, after the coalition was defeated in the 2018 general election."He is the king of social media and he helped to revive Umno faster, to the point that those who kept away or belittled Umno before this not only want to be close (to us) again but want to take over Umno now," he said on Facebook.Meanwhile, in a separate story, a declassified report of a probe on the littoral combat ship (LCS) project has torn apart Zahid's denial of involvement in its procurement.Further, the evidence included in the report by the Special Investigation Committee on Public Governance, Procurement and Finance (JKSTUPKK) is in Zahid's own handwriting.___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Umno rallies support for Najib, Zahid’s link to LCS project exposed

A declassified report of a probe on the littoral combat ship (LCS) project has torn apart Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's denial of involvement in its procurement.Further, the evidence included in the report by the Special Investigation Committee on Public Governance, Procurement and Finance (JKSTUPKK) is in Zahid's own handwriting.The proof comes in the form of a letter sent by Boustead Naval Shipyard (BNS) on July 8, 2010, to Zahid - who was the defence minister - asking for a letter of intent (LOI) on the LCS project.

A declassified report of a probe on the littoral combat ship (LCS) project has torn apart Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's denial of involvement in its procurement. Further, the evidence included in the report by the Special Investigation Committee on Public Governance, Procurement and Finance (JKSTUPKK) is in Zahid's own handwriting. The proof comes in the form of a letter sent by Boustead Naval Shipyard (BNS) on July 8, 2010, to Zahid - who was the defence minister - asking for a letter of intent (LOI) on the LCS project.

'Sila laksanakan': Zahid's handwritten directive on BNS request

The special government investigation report on the procurement of six littoral combat ships (LCS) for the Royal Malaysian Navy has been declassified.The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has received a copy of the report and uploaded a copy of the document on its website.In a statement, PAC chairperson Wong Kah Woh noted that some parts of the report were redacted but it did not materially affect the report.

The special government investigation report on the procurement of six littoral combat ships (LCS) for the Royal Malaysian Navy has been declassified. The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has received a copy of the report and uploaded a copy of the document on its website. In a statement, PAC chairperson Wong Kah Woh noted that some parts of the report were redacted but it did not materially affect the report.

Special committee report on LCS declassified

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on party members to rally behind his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak - who is at the final stage of appealing his SRC International conviction.Zahid said Najib has done much for Umno and BN, especially on social media, after the coalition was defeated in the 2018 general election."He is the king of social media and he helped to revive Umno faster, to the point that those who kept away or belittled Umno before this not only want to be close (to us) again but want to take over Umno now," he said on Facebook.

Umno president Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has called on party members to rally behind his predecessor Najib Abdul Razak - who is at the final stage of appealing his SRC International conviction. Zahid said Najib has done much for Umno and BN, especially on social media, after the coalition was defeated in the 2018 general election. "He is the king of social media and he helped to revive Umno faster, to the point that those who kept away or belittled Umno before this not only want to be close (to us) again but want to take over Umno now," he said on Facebook.

Zahid wants Umno to rally behind Najib

Perikatan Nasional will continue to try to hold meetings and discussions with the Prime Minister, said PAS vice-president Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar.Ahmad Samsuri also described Bersatu's information chief Wan Saiful Wan Jan's statement regarding the casual meeting between PN and Ismail Sabri on Aug 4 as always his personal view.Wan Saiful previously claimed that Ismail Sabri 'deceived' the public by saying he held a meeting with the PN leadership two weeks ago.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/DrAhmadSamsuri/videos/624387019030686

Perikatan Nasional will continue to try to hold meetings and discussions with the Prime Minister, said PAS vice-president Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar.Ahmad Samsuri also described Bersatu's information chief Wan Saiful Wan Jan's statement regarding the casual meeting between PN and Ismail Sabri on Aug 4 as always his personal view.Wan Saiful previously claimed that Ismail Sabri 'deceived' the public by saying he held a meeting with the PN leadership two weeks ago.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/DrAhmadSamsuri/videos/624387019030686

PAS: PN will continue to attempt to meet PM

After being slapped with criminal charges, Crackhouse Comedy Club owner Rizal Van Geyzel has now been permanently blacklisted from registering a business licence for any premises in the capital.Deputy Federal Territories Minister Jalaluddin Alias said Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s (DBKL) licensing committee decided to revoke the comedy club's licence effective July 30.

After being slapped with criminal charges, Crackhouse Comedy Club owner Rizal Van Geyzel has now been permanently blacklisted from registering a business licence for any premises in the capital. Deputy Federal Territories Minister Jalaluddin Alias said Kuala Lumpur City Hall’s (DBKL) licensing committee decided to revoke the comedy club's licence effective July 30.

End of the road for Crackhouse, DBKL permanently blacklists owner

Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim has questioned the Dewan Rakyat’s inability to reconvene and debate the littoral combat ship (LCS) scandal.This comes after Dewan Negara speaker Rais Yatim last week allowed a motion from Senator Lim Hui Ying to debate the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report on the RM9.12bil LCS scandal.Sim congratulated Rais and members of the upper house for dignifying the Upper House as a “place to raise issues of interest to the rakyat” and act as a check-and-balance to the government.

Bukit Mertajam MP Steven Sim has questioned the Dewan Rakyat’s inability to reconvene and debate the littoral combat ship (LCS) scandal. This comes after Dewan Negara speaker Rais Yatim last week allowed a motion from Senator Lim Hui Ying to debate the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report on the RM9.12bil LCS scandal. Sim congratulated Rais and members of the upper house for dignifying the Upper House as a “place to raise issues of interest to the rakyat” and act as a check-and-balance to the government.

Lawmaker: Dewan Rakyat should reconvene to debate LCS scandal

PAS Youth chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has been accused of unfairly linking Umno to the littoral combat ship (LCS) procurement controversy.In a statement, Umno Youth communications director Syed Mohd Johan Rizal Syed Unan Mashri said Fadhli (above) was trying to create a negative image of Umno although the party was never mentioned in the Public Accounts Committee’s (PAC) investigation report on the matter.

PAS Youth chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has been accused of unfairly linking Umno to the littoral combat ship (LCS) procurement controversy. In a statement, Umno Youth communications director Syed Mohd Johan Rizal Syed Unan Mashri said Fadhli (above) was trying to create a negative image of Umno although the party was never mentioned in the Public Accounts Committee’s (PAC) investigation report on the matter.

PAS leader accused of unfairly linking LSC scandal to Umno

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said there will be more transparency once a new law to regulate political contributions is in place.“There will be no more stacks of cash in the cellars or tunnels once we have the law on political funding,” he told reporters yesterday, according to The Star.Wan Junaidi said the government is looking to table the new bill when the Dewan Rakyat convenes in October and aims to pass the bill within three weeks.

Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Parliament and Law) Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar said there will be more transparency once a new law to regulate political contributions is in place. “There will be no more stacks of cash in the cellars or tunnels once we have the law on political funding,” he told reporters yesterday, according to The Star. Wan Junaidi said the government is looking to table the new bill when the Dewan Rakyat convenes in October and aims to pass the bill within three weeks.

Law Minister: No more 'stacks of cash' after political financing law

A proposal to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate the littoral combat ships (LCS) scandal will be brought to the cabinet.This was revealed by Senior Defence Minister Hishammuddin Hussein.He said this when concluding the debate on a motion related to the LCS project in Dewan Negara today.This comes after the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) issued a report highlighting how the Royal Malaysian Navy's view was ignored by the Defence Ministry and Boustead Naval Shipyard Sdn Bhd (BNS) in the procurement of littoral combat ships.

A proposal to establish a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to investigate the littoral combat ships (LCS) scandal will be brought to the cabinet. This was revealed by Senior Defence Minister Hishammuddin Hussein. He said this when concluding the debate on a motion related to the LCS project in Dewan Negara today. This comes after the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) issued a report highlighting how the Royal Malaysian Navy's view was ignored by the Defence Ministry and Boustead Naval Shipyard Sdn Bhd (BNS) in the procurement of littoral combat ships.

Hishammuddin to propose RCI on LCS scandal to cabinet

[KiniNews] Former premier Najib Abdul Razak is “shocked and bitterly disappointed” with the Federal Court’s decision not to allow his application to adduce additional evidence linked to the RM42 million SRC International corruption case.“I believe the evidence would clearly indicate that judge Mohd Nazlan (Mohd Ghazali) was heavily conflicted,” he told a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya.Najib claimed that Nazlan, the judge who convicted him, was aware of the 1MDB and SRC transactions and therefore deemed to have personal knowledge of these two entities.The five-person bench chaired by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat also unanimously rejected Najib’s bid to seek an adjournment of the main SRC appeal hearing for several months.Read more on Malaysiakini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632318 ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa 

[KiniNews] Former premier Najib Abdul Razak is “shocked and bitterly disappointed” with the Federal Court’s decision not to allow his application to adduce additional evidence linked to the RM42 million SRC International corruption case.“I believe the evidence would clearly indicate that judge Mohd Nazlan (Mohd Ghazali) was heavily conflicted,” he told a press conference at the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya.Najib claimed that Nazlan, the judge who convicted him, was aware of the 1MDB and SRC transactions and therefore deemed to have personal knowledge of these two entities.The five-person bench chaired by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat also unanimously rejected Najib’s bid to seek an adjournment of the main SRC appeal hearing for several months.Read more on Malaysiakini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/632318 ___________________Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Najib left shocked and bitterly disappointed after double blow 

PAS is known for switching partners, including cooperating with estranged former companions and arch foes whom it had denounced as infidels in the past.However, ties between PAS and Umno have soured, with the Islamist party leaning towards Bersatu.So, it is no surprise that when PAS Youth chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari attempted to recruit Pakatan Harapan supporters in the party’s mission to capture the BN-controlled state of Pahang, it courted brickbats and sarcasm.“Are you thinking of your ex?” tweeted PKR vice-president Amirudin Shaari in reference to PAS’ previous collaboration with Harapan parties.

PAS is known for switching partners, including cooperating with estranged former companions and arch foes whom it had denounced as infidels in the past. However, ties between PAS and Umno have soured, with the Islamist party leaning towards Bersatu. So, it is no surprise that when PAS Youth chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari attempted to recruit Pakatan Harapan supporters in the party’s mission to capture the BN-controlled state of Pahang, it courted brickbats and sarcasm. “Are you thinking of your ex?” tweeted PKR vice-president Amirudin Shaari in reference to PAS’ previous collaboration with Harapan parties.

Thinking of your 'ex'? - Amirudin taunts PAS

Najib Abdul Razak has failed in his bid to postpone the federal court hearing of his SRC appeal for three or four months.However, the five-person bench allowed for the hearing to begin on Thursday.The bench chaired by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat dismissed the postponement application raised by defence counsel Hisyam Teh Poh Teik.

Najib Abdul Razak has failed in his bid to postpone the federal court hearing of his SRC appeal for three or four months. However, the five-person bench allowed for the hearing to begin on Thursday. The bench chaired by Chief Justice Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat dismissed the postponement application raised by defence counsel Hisyam Teh Poh Teik.

Najib 'shocked', apex court rejects bid to defer hearing

The federal court will proceed to hear Najib Abdul Razak’s main appeal to quash his conviction and sentencing in the RM42 million SRC International corruption case.A five-person bench unanimously dismissed Najib’s application to adduce fresh evidence for the case today.The former finance minister has sought additional evidence to nullify his SRC conviction and sentencing.With the dismissal of the bid, the apex court is set to proceed with a hearing of Najib’s main appeal to set aside his conviction over one count of abuse of power, three counts of money laundering, and three money laundering charges.

The federal court will proceed to hear Najib Abdul Razak’s main appeal to quash his conviction and sentencing in the RM42 million SRC International corruption case. A five-person bench unanimously dismissed Najib’s application to adduce fresh evidence for the case today. The former finance minister has sought additional evidence to nullify his SRC conviction and sentencing. With the dismissal of the bid, the apex court is set to proceed with a hearing of Najib’s main appeal to set aside his conviction over one count of abuse of power, three counts of money laundering, and three money laundering charges.

Federal Court throws out Najib’s bid to introduce new evidence

After the apex court proceedings this afternoon, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak says he was “shocked and bitterly disappointed” at the Federal Court’s decision not to allow his application to adduce additional evidence linked to the RM42 million SRC International corruption case.“I believe the evidence would clearly indicate that justice Nazlan was heavily conflicted.“He was very much aware of the 1MDB and SRC transactions and therefore deemed to have personal knowledge of these two entities.“I believe the MACC investigators were also aware of this fact, but we were unable to adduce.“I hope in the final appeal, we could show the truth of the matter,” Najib said during a press conference at the Palace of Justice, Putrajaya.

After the apex court proceedings this afternoon, former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak says he was “shocked and bitterly disappointed” at the Federal Court’s decision not to allow his application to adduce additional evidence linked to the RM42 million SRC International corruption case. “I believe the evidence would clearly indicate that justice Nazlan was heavily conflicted. “He was very much aware of the 1MDB and SRC transactions and therefore deemed to have personal knowledge of these two entities. “I believe the MACC investigators were also aware of this fact, but we were unable to adduce. “I hope in the final appeal, we could show the truth of the matter,” Najib said during a press conference at the Palace of Justice, Putrajaya.

Full press conference: Najib shocked and bitterly disappointed

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak today took a dig at Muda president Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, accusing him of being hypocritical when it came to “political frogs”.This was in reaction to Syed Saddiq's guest appearance in Namewee's latest music video titled "Katak" which poked fun at lawmakers who defect.Namewee's "Katak" video ended with a ceramah scene, where Syed Saddiq delivered a satirical speech on "frogs" being a “national treasure”.

Former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak today took a dig at Muda president Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman, accusing him of being hypocritical when it came to “political frogs”. This was in reaction to Syed Saddiq's guest appearance in Namewee's latest music video titled "Katak" which poked fun at lawmakers who defect. Namewee's "Katak" video ended with a ceramah scene, where Syed Saddiq delivered a satirical speech on "frogs" being a “national treasure”.

Najib: Syed Saddiq criticising 'katak' four years late

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Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has instructed Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) to continue with the Mara Digital Project to open up more opportunities for bumiputera youth to get involved as information technology (IT) entrepreneurs.He said several Mara Digital centres have been established so far, namely in Shah Alam, Selangor; Kuantan, Pahang; and Ipoh, Perak; while other places that had been identified were Larkin, Johor; Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu; Kota Bharu, Kelantan; Kuching, Sarawak; and Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.However, Ismail Sabri said, when Pakatan Harapan took over the government following the 14th general election in 2018, the Mara Digital initiative was shut down and new projects were discontinued.

Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has instructed Majlis Amanah Rakyat (Mara) to continue with the Mara Digital Project to open up more opportunities for bumiputera youth to get involved as information technology (IT) entrepreneurs. He said several Mara Digital centres have been established so far, namely in Shah Alam, Selangor; Kuantan, Pahang; and Ipoh, Perak; while other places that had been identified were Larkin, Johor; Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu; Kota Bharu, Kelantan; Kuching, Sarawak; and Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. However, Ismail Sabri said, when Pakatan Harapan took over the government following the 14th general election in 2018, the Mara Digital initiative was shut down and new projects were discontinued.

Ismail Sabri wants Mara Digital Project to be continued

Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) today indicated its willingness to pursue further negotiations with BN over its application to be one of the coalition's component parties.PBM secretary-general Nor Hizwan Ahmad noted that BN would require more time to deliberate before reaching a consensus on the admission of new component parties.Yesterday, BN secretary-general Zambry Abdul Kadir said that PBM’s application, along with five other parties, was still under review.

Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) today indicated its willingness to pursue further negotiations with BN over its application to be one of the coalition's component parties. PBM secretary-general Nor Hizwan Ahmad noted that BN would require more time to deliberate before reaching a consensus on the admission of new component parties. Yesterday, BN secretary-general Zambry Abdul Kadir said that PBM’s application, along with five other parties, was still under review.

PBM wants to join BN for 'political stability', ready to discuss membership application

BN has yet to decide on the applications of Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) and other parties to join the coalition, said BN secretary-general Zambry Abdul Kadir.Zambry, however, expressed his gratitude to the parties for their interest in joining the BN coalition.“The supreme council would like to express our gratitude towards the parties for their interest and readiness to join BN.“However, all the applications are being reviewed by the BN secretariat,” he told the media after the BN supreme council meeting at World Trade Centre (WTC) Kuala Lumpur on Monday night.

BN has yet to decide on the applications of Parti Bangsa Malaysia (PBM) and other parties to join the coalition, said BN secretary-general Zambry Abdul Kadir. Zambry, however, expressed his gratitude to the parties for their interest in joining the BN coalition. “The supreme council would like to express our gratitude towards the parties for their interest and readiness to join BN. “However, all the applications are being reviewed by the BN secretariat,” he told the media after the BN supreme council meeting at World Trade Centre (WTC) Kuala Lumpur on Monday night.