KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said he has yet to receive a report from the MCMC on its investigation into Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s claim that Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin had defended fuel subsidies for foreigners.“I have not received (the report from MCMC),” Fahmi said briefly when Malaysiakini asked him for an update on the case during a press conference in Putrajaya earlier today.It has been nearly a month since MCMC announced its probe into the matter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Umno Veterans Club said BN's push for the postponement of the controversial Urban Renewal Bill is proof that it is not a puppet for DAP.Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub said it clearly shows that BN and Umno representatives are not being controlled by DAP, and they are not afraid to speak up.___________________📌 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] Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said he has yet to receive a report from the MCMC on its investigation into Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s claim that Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin had defended fuel subsidies for foreigners.“I have not received (the report from MCMC),” Fahmi said briefly when Malaysiakini asked him for an update on the case during a press conference in Putrajaya earlier today.It has been nearly a month since MCMC announced its probe into the matter.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the Umno Veterans Club said BN's push for the postponement of the controversial Urban Renewal Bill is proof that it is not a puppet for DAP.Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub said it clearly shows that BN and Umno representatives are not being controlled by DAP, and they are not afraid to speak up.___________________📌 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: Fahmi awaits MCMC report on PM’s claim; URA delay proves BN not DAP puppet - Umno veteran

Full press conference by government spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil following the cabinet meeting today.

[Full Video] Govt spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil holds post-cab press conference

Johor DAP’s Dr Boo Cheng Hau has petitioned the state civil servants commission (SPAJ) to launch disciplinary action against Pontian Municipal Council (MPPn) president Azim Shamsuddin.He accused Azim of failing to correctly interpret the jurisdiction granted under the Local Government Act when deciding to order two premises to cease operations for 30 days on the grounds of incorrect display of the national and state flags.

Johor DAP’s Dr Boo Cheng Hau has petitioned the state civil servants commission (SPAJ) to launch disciplinary action against Pontian Municipal Council (MPPn) president Azim Shamsuddin.He accused Azim of failing to correctly interpret the jurisdiction granted under the Local Government Act when deciding to order two premises to cease operations for 30 days on the grounds of incorrect display of the national and state flags.

Boo calls for probe against council president over store closure order for flag gaffe

BN's push for the postponement of the controversial Urban Renewal Bill is proof that it is not a puppet for DAP, said the Umno Veterans Club.Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub said that BN's decision to push for the postponement of the bill’s tabling clearly shows that BN and Umno representatives are not being controlled by DAP, and they are not afraid to speak up.

BN's push for the postponement of the controversial Urban Renewal Bill is proof that it is not a puppet for DAP, said the Umno Veterans Club.Club secretary Mustapha Yaakub said that BN's decision to push for the postponement of the bill’s tabling clearly shows that BN and Umno representatives are not being controlled by DAP, and they are not afraid to speak up.

URA postponement shows BN reps not controlled by DAP, says Umno veterans

A weak earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was recorded in Segamat at 4.24 am today, the fourth to hit the district in a week.The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres, about 22 kilometres northeast of Segamat.Tremors were also felt in several parts of Johor.

A weak earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was recorded in Segamat at 4.24 am today, the fourth to hit the district in a week.The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres, about 22 kilometres northeast of Segamat.Tremors were also felt in several parts of Johor.

Segamat struck by another earthquake, fourth this week

Bersih chairperson Faisal Abdul Aziz has questioned the haste with which several recent bills have been rushed through parliament, despite recent reforms intended to introduce more checks and balances in the legislative process.He said the process of debating bills in Parliament needs to be improved further to achieve the government’s goal of reforming Parliament, especially with several important upcoming bills.

Bersih chairperson Faisal Abdul Aziz has questioned the haste with which several recent bills have been rushed through parliament, despite recent reforms intended to introduce more checks and balances in the legislative process.He said the process of debating bills in Parliament needs to be improved further to achieve the government’s goal of reforming Parliament, especially with several important upcoming bills.

Bersih chief questions tabling of several bills in hasty manner

The government will introduce amendments to several provisions under the controversial Urban Renewal Bill to address concerns over demographic composition and the threshold of consent from property owners.Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said this during the second reading of the proposed law in the Dewan Rakyat this evening.Earlier today, the government decided to postpone debates on the bill to the next Dewan Rakyat sitting in October.

The government will introduce amendments to several provisions under the controversial Urban Renewal Bill to address concerns over demographic composition and the threshold of consent from property owners.Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said this during the second reading of the proposed law in the Dewan Rakyat this evening.Earlier today, the government decided to postpone debates on the bill to the next Dewan Rakyat sitting in October.

Govt to improve URA to address demographic, consent threshold concerns - Nga

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] The government has decided to postpone debates on the controversial Urban Renewal Bill to the next Dewan Rakyat meeting in October.This followed heavy pushback against the proposal, which has been criticised by many quarters, including both government and opposition MPs.Meanwhile, in a separate story, opposition MPs staged a walkout from the Dewan Rakyat today after failing to stall the Government Procurement Bill 2025, which passed its second reading by bloc vote.The walkout followed heated arguments from Perikatan Nasional lawmakers, who expressed dissatisfaction with the bill not going through the Parliamentary Special Select Committee (PSSC) on Finance and Economy.The Dewan Rakyat later passed the bill after it went through debates at the committee stage and a third reading.___________________📌 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] The government has decided to postpone debates on the controversial Urban Renewal Bill to the next Dewan Rakyat meeting in October.This followed heavy pushback against the proposal, which has been criticised by many quarters, including both government and opposition MPs.Meanwhile, in a separate story, opposition MPs staged a walkout from the Dewan Rakyat today after failing to stall the Government Procurement Bill 2025, which passed its second reading by bloc vote.The walkout followed heated arguments from Perikatan Nasional lawmakers, who expressed dissatisfaction with the bill not going through the Parliamentary Special Select Committee (PSSC) on Finance and Economy.The Dewan Rakyat later passed the bill after it went through debates at the committee stage and a third reading.___________________📌 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: Debates on URA pushed to October; Opposition MPs walk out over Procurement Bill

Former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s widow has lodged a complaint with Suhakam, urging it to investigate alleged institutional abuse of power.The complaint was lodged by Na’imah Abdul Khalid against the Prime Minister’s Office, the Attorney-General’s Chambers, and the MACC.

Former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s widow has lodged a complaint with Suhakam, urging it to investigate alleged institutional abuse of power.The complaint was lodged by Na’imah Abdul Khalid against the Prime Minister’s Office, the Attorney-General’s Chambers, and the MACC.

Na'imah lodges complaint, calls on Suhakam to probe PMO, AGC, MACC

Opposition chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan has raised questions over the new Standing Order 80B(3)(a) which makes it compulsory for a PSSC to scrutinise a bill.He pointed to the wording of the Standing Order, which uses the word “shall” in the English version and “hendaklah” in the Malay version.“So the question from Perikatan Nasional is why the Government Procurement Bill that was brought for first reading last Monday was not brought to the relevant committee?” he said.

Opposition chief whip Takiyuddin Hassan has raised questions over the new Standing Order 80B(3)(a) which makes it compulsory for a PSSC to scrutinise a bill.He pointed to the wording of the Standing Order, which uses the word “shall” in the English version and “hendaklah” in the Malay version.“So the question from Perikatan Nasional is why the Government Procurement Bill that was brought for first reading last Monday was not brought to the relevant committee?” he said.

Why was bill not referred to the PSSC? - Takiyuddin

Opposition MPs staged a walkout from the Dewan Rakyat today after failing to stall the Government Procurement Bill 2025, which passed its second reading by ballot vote.Speaker Johari Abdul said it passed with 125 votes in agreement and 63 votes against.This followed heated arguments from Perikatan Nasional lawmakers, who expressed dissatisfaction with the bill not going through the Parliamentary Special Select Committee (PSSC) on Finance and Economy.

Opposition MPs staged a walkout from the Dewan Rakyat today after failing to stall the Government Procurement Bill 2025, which passed its second reading by ballot vote.Speaker Johari Abdul said it passed with 125 votes in agreement and 63 votes against.This followed heated arguments from Perikatan Nasional lawmakers, who expressed dissatisfaction with the bill not going through the Parliamentary Special Select Committee (PSSC) on Finance and Economy.

Procurement Bill passes, opposition MPs stage walkout

Perikatan Nasional has urged MPs from Sabah and Sarawak not to participate in the vote on the Urban Renewal Bill expected to be debated today.Opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin said this was because the bill only applies to Peninsular Malaysia and not to Sabah and Sarawak.

Perikatan Nasional has urged MPs from Sabah and Sarawak not to participate in the vote on the Urban Renewal Bill expected to be debated today.Opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin said this was because the bill only applies to Peninsular Malaysia and not to Sabah and Sarawak.

Hamzah urges Sabah, Sarawak MPs to abstain on URA vote

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has lambasted the opposition for accusing Putrajaya of trying to displace Malays through its Urban Renewal Bill.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Anwar said he is not a puppet who would allow himself to be used by anyone to drive out the Malays so the Chinese can take over their housing.Instead, the prime minister stressed, the bill is intended to uplift the living conditions of Malays who have been staying in dilapidated housing areas in cities.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has lambasted the opposition for accusing Putrajaya of trying to displace Malays through its Urban Renewal Bill.Speaking at the Dewan Rakyat, Anwar said he is not a puppet who would allow himself to be used by anyone to drive out the Malays so the Chinese can take over their housing.Instead, the prime minister stressed, the bill is intended to uplift the living conditions of Malays who have been staying in dilapidated housing areas in cities.

URA is to uplift urban Malays, says Anwar

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has acknowledged shortcomings in Sabah’s infrastructure delivery, conceding that contract distribution practices had hampered progress compared to Sarawak.Responding to Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran), who highlighted the disparity in Pan Borneo Highway implementation between the two states, Anwar said it was unacceptable that projects approved at the same time had achieved near-completion in Sarawak but stalled in Sabah.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has acknowledged shortcomings in Sabah’s infrastructure delivery, conceding that contract distribution practices had hampered progress compared to Sarawak.Responding to Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran), who highlighted the disparity in Pan Borneo Highway implementation between the two states, Anwar said it was unacceptable that projects approved at the same time had achieved near-completion in Sarawak but stalled in Sabah.

Pan Borneo delay due to problematic contract distribution system, says Anwar

The controversy over the takeover of Kuala Lumpur Tower (KL Tower) has resurfaced, with Gerik MP Fathul Huzir Ayob questioning whether the deal amounted to a case of cronyism.Citing company records, the PN lawmaker questioned whether LSH Service Master Sdn Bhd (LSHSM) was awarded the concession because of a political connection.Malaysiakini is attempting to get a response from the politician and LSH Best Builders.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Xu0Y_9pAfA

The controversy over the takeover of Kuala Lumpur Tower (KL Tower) has resurfaced, with Gerik MP Fathul Huzir Ayob questioning whether the deal amounted to a case of cronyism.Citing company records, the PN lawmaker questioned whether LSH Service Master Sdn Bhd (LSHSM) was awarded the concession because of a political connection.Malaysiakini is attempting to get a response from the politician and LSH Best Builders.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Xu0Y_9pAfA

Did govt award KL Tower concession because of ties to national leader? - PN MP

Warisan’s supreme council has unanimously decided that the party will contest all 73 seats in the Sabah state legislative assembly during the upcoming 17th state election.Party president Shafie Apdal said Warisan will not collaborate with other political parties for the election.

Warisan’s supreme council has unanimously decided that the party will contest all 73 seats in the Sabah state legislative assembly during the upcoming 17th state election.Party president Shafie Apdal said Warisan will not collaborate with other political parties for the election.

Warisan to contest all 73 Sabah seats, there will be no coalitions, says Shafie

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal’s comment that the Government Procurement Bill 2025 would further increase the opportunity for corruption and scandals within the government sparked chaos in the Dewan Rakyat today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_8qNUfpNjI

Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal’s comment that the Government Procurement Bill 2025 would further increase the opportunity for corruption and scandals within the government sparked chaos in the Dewan Rakyat today.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_8qNUfpNjI

Dewan Rakyat heats up over Wan Fayhsal's comments on Procurement Bill

A PAS MP has hit out at the tabling process of the Government Procurement Bill 2025, saying that it was being rushed.Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said that the white bill was first submitted by the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) on August 12 and in just 15 days the bill has already reached its second and third readings today.

A PAS MP has hit out at the tabling process of the Government Procurement Bill 2025, saying that it was being rushed.Pasir Mas MP Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said that the white bill was first submitted by the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) on August 12 and in just 15 days the bill has already reached its second and third readings today.

PAS MP slams rushed tabling of Govt Procurement Bill

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has urged the government to postpone the Government Procurement Bill 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat.He said the bill contains many weaknesses and should not be rushed through for approval.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/GmsMt8LTzzI

Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim has urged the government to postpone the Government Procurement Bill 2025 in the Dewan Rakyat.He said the bill contains many weaknesses and should not be rushed through for approval.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/GmsMt8LTzzI

'This bill is dangerous' - Hassan calls for postponement of Government Procurement Bill

KiniNews is now also available at: Spotify: https://mk.my/sH14qeJApple podcast: https://mk.my/jPylPZC[KiniNews] Two BN lawmakers have called for the Urban Renewal Bill to be rejected completely.Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh made an impassioned plea to BN MPs in Parliament to reject the bill, saying it is unfair to homeowners in its present form.Ayer Hitam MP Wee Ka Siong also rejected the bill, saying that amendments to the bill are necessary to address the public’s concerns.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Muda has lodged a police report against MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki over allegations that Sabah corruption whistleblower Albert Tei was previously threatened by MACC officers to keep quiet and not expose the matter.Its acting president Amira Aisya Abdul Aziz said she filed the report after observing that the agency tasked with combating corruption, particularly Azam, had failed to act on the matter.___________________📌 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] Two BN lawmakers have called for the Urban Renewal Bill to be rejected completely.Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh made an impassioned plea to BN MPs in Parliament to reject the bill, saying it is unfair to homeowners in its present form.Ayer Hitam MP Wee Ka Siong also rejected the bill, saying that amendments to the bill are necessary to address the public’s concerns.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Muda has lodged a police report against MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki over allegations that Sabah corruption whistleblower Albert Tei was previously threatened by MACC officers to keep quiet and not expose the matter.Its acting president Amira Aisya Abdul Aziz said she filed the report after observing that the agency tasked with combating corruption, particularly Azam, had failed to act on the matter.___________________📌 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: Akmal, Wee call for rejection of URA; Muda lodges report against Azam Baki

Police have summoned Kampung Sungai Baru activist Rafidah Ibrahim for questioning today over allegations that she obstructed a court bailiff during eviction attempts at the redevelopment site in Kuala Lumpur.Rafidah said an investigating officer from the Criminal Investigation Department at the Dang Wangi district police headquarters called her in to record her statement in relation to the incident last month.

Police have summoned Kampung Sungai Baru activist Rafidah Ibrahim for questioning today over allegations that she obstructed a court bailiff during eviction attempts at the redevelopment site in Kuala Lumpur.Rafidah said an investigating officer from the Criminal Investigation Department at the Dang Wangi district police headquarters called her in to record her statement in relation to the incident last month.

Police summon Kg Sungai Baru activist for questioning over 'obstruction' claims

Umno members and leaders who are unhappy with any issue should use party channels, including lodging reports with the Disciplinary Board, said its Information chief Azalina Othman Said.Azalina, who is also Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), said Umno has long-established systems to handle disciplinary matters since its formation in 1946.

Umno members and leaders who are unhappy with any issue should use party channels, including lodging reports with the Disciplinary Board, said its Information chief Azalina Othman Said.Azalina, who is also Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Law and Institutional Reform), said Umno has long-established systems to handle disciplinary matters since its formation in 1946.

Use party channels, says Azalina on dispute between Akmal, Lokman

E-hailing and p-hailing drivers who came together as the Land Public Transport Transformation Association (TPAD) have urged all MPs to support and pass the Gig Workers Bill 2025.TPAD president M Nathan stressed that those who reject or delay the bill’s passage deserve to be labelled as traitors.“If there are those who reject the Gig Workers Bill or continue to delay it, we can say they are traitors to all gig workers,” he said after submitting a memorandum to the human resources minister at the entrance of Parliament today.

E-hailing and p-hailing drivers who came together as the Land Public Transport Transformation Association (TPAD) have urged all MPs to support and pass the Gig Workers Bill 2025.TPAD president M Nathan stressed that those who reject or delay the bill’s passage deserve to be labelled as traitors.“If there are those who reject the Gig Workers Bill or continue to delay it, we can say they are traitors to all gig workers,” he said after submitting a memorandum to the human resources minister at the entrance of Parliament today.

'MPs who reject Gig Workers Bill are traitors' - Group calls on MPs to support bill

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the second reading of the Urban Renewal Bill will move forward in Parliament tomorrow.Nga told reporters this after receiving a memorandum from residents that supported the bill outside Parliament today.

Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming said the second reading of the Urban Renewal Bill will move forward in Parliament tomorrow.Nga told reporters this after receiving a memorandum from residents that supported the bill outside Parliament today.

Second reading of URA to proceed tomorrow, says minister

Bukit Aman has taken over the investigation into the death of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) student Syamsul Haris Shamsudin, who died after sustaining injuries during a Reserve Officer Training Unit (Rotu) training at an army camp in Johor.This followed yesterday's order by the Shah Alam High Court for the exhumation of Syamsul's body to allow for a second post-mortem.

Bukit Aman has taken over the investigation into the death of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) student Syamsul Haris Shamsudin, who died after sustaining injuries during a Reserve Officer Training Unit (Rotu) training at an army camp in Johor.This followed yesterday's order by the Shah Alam High Court for the exhumation of Syamsul's body to allow for a second post-mortem.

Bukit Aman takes over investigation into UTM cadet's death

[KiniNews] The whistleblower who exposed the Sabah corruption scandal is now set to be charged on June 30, a move his lawyer, Mahajoth Singh, described as both “shocking and disappointing”.“My client’s disclosures, at serious personal risk, have greatly benefited the public interest. It is shocking and disappointing that my client is to be ‘rewarded’ with being charged with a criminal offence,” Mahajoth said.Earlier today, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said the agency will charge two Sabah assemblypersons and a civilian in court soon.Meanwhile, in a separate story, an aide to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, in his capacity as finance minister, said the government is open to reviewing the expanded sales and service tax (SST), which will take effect from July 1.Kamil Abdul Munim reportedly said the legislation is not divine law, it’s human legislation, so, there’s no issue if adjustments or improvements are needed.___________________📌 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] The whistleblower who exposed the Sabah corruption scandal is now set to be charged on June 30, a move his lawyer, Mahajoth Singh, described as both “shocking and disappointing”.“My client’s disclosures, at serious personal risk, have greatly benefited the public interest. It is shocking and disappointing that my client is to be ‘rewarded’ with being charged with a criminal offence,” Mahajoth said.Earlier today, MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said the agency will charge two Sabah assemblypersons and a civilian in court soon.Meanwhile, in a separate story, an aide to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, in his capacity as finance minister, said the government is open to reviewing the expanded sales and service tax (SST), which will take effect from July 1.Kamil Abdul Munim reportedly said the legislation is not divine law, it’s human legislation, so, there’s no issue if adjustments or improvements are needed.___________________📌 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: Sabah whistleblower faces charges; SST not divine law, govt open to review - Anwar’s aide