[KiniNews] MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has confirmed that there are no plans to arrest former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad for now, citing an ongoing investigation.“We have no intention to arrest him yet since the investigation is ongoing,” he told reporters after attending the launch of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy programme in Putrajaya today.On April 25, Azam said the investigation against the former Langkawi MP was linked to MACC’s request for Mahathir’s sons, Mokhzani and Mirzan, to disclose their assets.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police have arrested another suspect in the acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the man in his late 30s was arrested in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor late yesterday evening.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has confirmed that there are no plans to arrest former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad for now, citing an ongoing investigation.“We have no intention to arrest him yet since the investigation is ongoing,” he told reporters after attending the launch of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy programme in Putrajaya today.On April 25, Azam said the investigation against the former Langkawi MP was linked to MACC’s request for Mahathir’s sons, Mokhzani and Mirzan, to disclose their assets.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the police have arrested another suspect in the acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the man in his late 30s was arrested in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor late yesterday evening.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: No plans to arrest Dr M yet - MACC; Cops nab another suspect in acid attack on footballer

The Election Commission (EC) has not received any complaints or reports from any party regarding bribery to voters or misuse of government assets and machinery during the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election campaign.EC chairperson Abdul Ghani Salleh says to date, it received one report concerning the display of the image of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar during the campaign.

The Election Commission (EC) has not received any complaints or reports from any party regarding bribery to voters or misuse of government assets and machinery during the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election campaign.EC chairperson Abdul Ghani Salleh says to date, it received one report concerning the display of the image of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar during the campaign.

No reports on bribery during KKB polls, says EC

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has called for cooler heads to prevail over the latest incident in a string of issues related to race and religion in the nation.The Seputeh MP was commenting on local restaurant Darsa Fried Chicken being accused of racism.She cautioned that an “eye for an eye retaliation would make Malaysia blind” and pointed out that the restaurant has apologised and made it clear that it welcomes people of all races and faiths. Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704734

DAP vice-chairperson Teresa Kok has called for cooler heads to prevail over the latest incident in a string of issues related to race and religion in the nation.The Seputeh MP was commenting on local restaurant Darsa Fried Chicken being accused of racism.She cautioned that an “eye for an eye retaliation would make Malaysia blind” and pointed out that the restaurant has apologised and made it clear that it welcomes people of all races and faiths. Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704734

Fried chicken and race: Teresa rejects calls for boycott

MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has confirmed that there are no plans to arrest former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad for now, citing an ongoing investigation.“We have no intention to arrest him yet since the investigation is ongoing,” he told reporters after attending the launch of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy programme in Putrajaya today.

MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki has confirmed that there are no plans to arrest former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad for now, citing an ongoing investigation.“We have no intention to arrest him yet since the investigation is ongoing,” he told reporters after attending the launch of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy programme in Putrajaya today.

There are no plans to arrest Mahathir yet, says Azam

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that no Israeli-based companies currently operate in the country.He said that since his government took charge, Israeli companies have been prohibited from operating here, adding that Israel cargo company Zim was disallowed from entering the country.He highlighted a decision made in 2002 during Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s tenure as prime minister when Zim was allowed to enter, but the cabinet cancelled it during Anwar’s term.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that no Israeli-based companies currently operate in the country.He said that since his government took charge, Israeli companies have been prohibited from operating here, adding that Israel cargo company Zim was disallowed from entering the country.He highlighted a decision made in 2002 during Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s tenure as prime minister when Zim was allowed to enter, but the cabinet cancelled it during Anwar’s term.

Anwar: No Israeli companies operating in Malaysia

The police have arrested another suspect in the acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the man in his late 30s was arrested in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor late yesterday evening.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704742

The police have arrested another suspect in the acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said the man in his late 30s was arrested in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor late yesterday evening.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704742

Cops nab another suspect in acid attack on Faisal Halim

MACC chief Azam Baki's full speech during MACC's launch of National Anti-Corruption Strategy at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=qi2Omg&ref=watch_permalink&v=976947057122233&rdid=Jiux1GrLXBQN1T7A

MACC chief Azam Baki's full speech during MACC's launch of National Anti-Corruption Strategy at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?mibextid=qi2Omg&ref=watch_permalink&v=976947057122233&rdid=Jiux1GrLXBQN1T7A

[Full video] Azam Baki's full speech at launch of National Anti-Corruption Strategy

Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said Malaysia adopts a non-interference approach in the business affairs of any global company from any country.This came after Bersatu international bureau chief Saifuddin Abdullah expressed concern over Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems’ inclusion in the National Security (Natsec) Asia 2024 exhibition, saying the government should prohibit the involvement of two companies supplying weapons to the Israeli military.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704716

Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said Malaysia adopts a non-interference approach in the business affairs of any global company from any country.This came after Bersatu international bureau chief Saifuddin Abdullah expressed concern over Lockheed Martin and BAE Systems’ inclusion in the National Security (Natsec) Asia 2024 exhibition, saying the government should prohibit the involvement of two companies supplying weapons to the Israeli military.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704716

Mindef: We don't interfere in business dealings of any global company

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's full speech during MACC's launch of National Anti-Corruption Strategy at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=976947057122233

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's full speech during MACC's launch of National Anti-Corruption Strategy at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=976947057122233

[Full video] Anwar Ibrahim's full speech at launch of National Anti-Corruption Strategy

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said Perikatan Nasional seems to have almost surrendered in the Kuala Kubu Baharu polls.He claimed that the opposition coalition’s morale has seemingly collapsed.Fahmi was commenting on reports regarding the remarks on PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan yesterday.

Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said Perikatan Nasional seems to have almost surrendered in the Kuala Kubu Baharu polls.He claimed that the opposition coalition’s morale has seemingly collapsed.Fahmi was commenting on reports regarding the remarks on PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan yesterday.

KKB polls: PN’s morale appears to have collapsed, says Fahmi

Two early voting centres for the Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) state by-election, namely at the multipurpose hall of the Royal Malaysian Police College and the 4th Infantry Division of the Royal Signals Regiment, were opened simultaneously at 8 am today.The early voting process for the state by-election involves 625 police personnel and 238 military personnel and their spouses who would cast their votes to elect their new representative at the State Assembly.The two early voting centres would close at 5 pm.

Two early voting centres for the Kuala Kubu Baharu (KKB) state by-election, namely at the multipurpose hall of the Royal Malaysian Police College and the 4th Infantry Division of the Royal Signals Regiment, were opened simultaneously at 8 am today.The early voting process for the state by-election involves 625 police personnel and 238 military personnel and their spouses who would cast their votes to elect their new representative at the State Assembly.The two early voting centres would close at 5 pm.

Early voting begins for Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election

Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut unveiled his campaign manifesto at an event in Kuala Kubu Baharu, Selangor today.Among the attendees at today’s event were Selangor PN chairperson Azmin Ali, PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan, Selangor Gerakan president Henry Teoh, and Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) president P Punithan.Video source:Sumber Video: https://www.facebook.com/tvpaspusat/videos/954496896457242

Perikatan Nasional candidate Khairul Azhari Saut unveiled his campaign manifesto at an event in Kuala Kubu Baharu, Selangor today.Among the attendees at today’s event were Selangor PN chairperson Azmin Ali, PAS secretary-general Takiyuddin Hassan, Selangor Gerakan president Henry Teoh, and Malaysian Indian People Party (MIPP) president P Punithan.Video source:Sumber Video: https://www.facebook.com/tvpaspusat/videos/954496896457242

[Full Video] PN candidate unveils manifesto for KKB polls

[KiniNews] A battle is raging in Malaysia over the World Press Freedom Index between Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and Bersatu leader Wan Saiful Wan Jan.This is over Wan Saiful's criticism that Malaysia ranked at 107 fared worse than Israel at 101.Wan Saiful had blamed Fahmi for the decline of the ranking after Malaysia dropped 34 places since last year.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have arrested a man in his 20s over yesterday's acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said they are set to acquire a remand order against the suspect today.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

[KiniNews] A battle is raging in Malaysia over the World Press Freedom Index between Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and Bersatu leader Wan Saiful Wan Jan.This is over Wan Saiful's criticism that Malaysia ranked at 107 fared worse than Israel at 101.Wan Saiful had blamed Fahmi for the decline of the ranking after Malaysia dropped 34 places since last year.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have arrested a man in his 20s over yesterday's acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said they are set to acquire a remand order against the suspect today.___________________Join the Malaysiakini WhatsApp Channel now! https://mk.my/wa_mkini Turn on notifications 🔔 or unmute the channel to receive news notifications immediately—Support independent media, subscribe to Malaysiakini.com - https://bit.ly/3B3ztIa

#KiniNews: Fahmi returns fire in press freedom war; Cops arrest suspect in acid attack on footballer

A battle is raging in Malaysia over the World Press Freedom Index between Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and Bersatu leader Wan Saiful Wan Jan."Unlike Israel, we don't kill people like what is happening in Gaza,” the minister said in response to Wan Saiful's criticism that Malaysia ranked at 107 fared worse than Israel at 101.“We also don't shut down any media outlets like what happened yesterday when Israel shut down and searched Al Jazeera's office," he added.

A battle is raging in Malaysia over the World Press Freedom Index between Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil and Bersatu leader Wan Saiful Wan Jan."Unlike Israel, we don't kill people like what is happening in Gaza,” the minister said in response to Wan Saiful's criticism that Malaysia ranked at 107 fared worse than Israel at 101.“We also don't shut down any media outlets like what happened yesterday when Israel shut down and searched Al Jazeera's office," he added.

Fahmi hits back at Wan Saiful over Press Freedom Index

The Court of Appeal ruled that former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin was not misled by the four abuse of power charges linked to the Jana Wibawa programme.In a full written grounds of judgment released on Friday last week, the three-person appellate bench chaired by Hadhariah Syed Ali said that the particulars in the four charges were enough to notify the Pagoh MP on what precisely he was being charged with.

The Court of Appeal ruled that former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin was not misled by the four abuse of power charges linked to the Jana Wibawa programme.In a full written grounds of judgment released on Friday last week, the three-person appellate bench chaired by Hadhariah Syed Ali said that the particulars in the four charges were enough to notify the Pagoh MP on what precisely he was being charged with.

Court of Appeal: Muhyiddin's money laundering charges were clear

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's full speech during meeting with Prime Minister’s Department staff in Putrajaya.Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/821235986577188

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's full speech during meeting with Prime Minister’s Department staff in Putrajaya.Video Source: https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/821235986577188

[Full video] Anwar Ibrahim's full speech at PMO monthly assembly

All parties must give room for the police to investigate two men who allegedly displayed the image of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar during the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election campaign.Selangor Pakatan Harapan chairperson Amirudin Shari urged the public not to speculate, as it could disrupt the ongoing investigation.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704594

All parties must give room for the police to investigate two men who allegedly displayed the image of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar during the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election campaign.Selangor Pakatan Harapan chairperson Amirudin Shari urged the public not to speculate, as it could disrupt the ongoing investigation.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704594

Display of Agong's photo: Let police conduct investigations, says Amirudin

Police have arrested a man in his 20s over yesterday's acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said they are set to acquire a remand order against the suspect today.

Police have arrested a man in his 20s over yesterday's acid attack against national football player Faisal Halim.Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan said they are set to acquire a remand order against the suspect today.

Police arrest suspect in acid attack on footballer Faisal Halim

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged workers in the government sector to work efficiently, as it is the factor in driving the country’s economic growth.Speaking at his meeting with Prime Minister’s Department staff in Putrajaya, Anwar cited the exemplary work ethic displayed by Saudi Arabian staff and told the government workers to follow.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/821235986577188Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704609

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has urged workers in the government sector to work efficiently, as it is the factor in driving the country’s economic growth.Speaking at his meeting with Prime Minister’s Department staff in Putrajaya, Anwar cited the exemplary work ethic displayed by Saudi Arabian staff and told the government workers to follow.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/821235986577188Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704609

Anwar calls for higher govt efficiency, cites work ethic of Saudi firm as example

Hulu Selangor MP Hasnizan Harun said Indian voters have a “special” role in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.The Hulu Selangor PAS chairperson believes the support of Indian voters could be decisive in the upcoming polls.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704603

Hulu Selangor MP Hasnizan Harun said Indian voters have a “special” role in the Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11.The Hulu Selangor PAS chairperson believes the support of Indian voters could be decisive in the upcoming polls.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704603

Support of Indian voters could be decisive in KKB polls, says PAS MP

Civil servants who are lazy and have disciplinary issues will be excluded from getting automatic salary hikes, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He regarded the current remuneration system as unfair to civil servants who are dedicated to their jobs because even the lazy could enjoy an annual salary increase.Thus, he announced that the government would introduce a mechanism to deny problematic officers from getting such benefits in the future.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704582

Civil servants who are lazy and have disciplinary issues will be excluded from getting automatic salary hikes, said Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.He regarded the current remuneration system as unfair to civil servants who are dedicated to their jobs because even the lazy could enjoy an annual salary increase.Thus, he announced that the government would introduce a mechanism to deny problematic officers from getting such benefits in the future.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/704582

PM: No pay hike for lazy, problematic civil servants

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has reiterated that the party has never opposed the existence of vernacular schools in the country.Instead, the Pasir Mas MP said PAS only requests that reforms be made to these types of schools.

PAS information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari has reiterated that the party has never opposed the existence of vernacular schools in the country.Instead, the Pasir Mas MP said PAS only requests that reforms be made to these types of schools.

PAS has never been against vernacular schools, says Fadhli

Full speech of DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke at Ceramah Mega Perpaduan in Batang Kali.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100044506086587/videos/1654867051924808

Full speech of DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke at Ceramah Mega Perpaduan in Batang Kali.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100044506086587/videos/1654867051924808

[FULL VIDEO] DAP secretary-general Anthony Loke speech in Kuala Kubu Bharu - 3 May 2024

Full speech of Amanah president Mohamad Sabu at Ceramah Mega Perpaduan in Batang Kali.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100044506086587/videos/1654867051924808

Full speech of Amanah president Mohamad Sabu at Ceramah Mega Perpaduan in Batang Kali.Video source: https://www.facebook.com/100044506086587/videos/1654867051924808

[FULL VIDEO] Amanah president Mohamad Sabu speech in Kuala Kubu Bharu - 3 May 2024

Selangor Menteri Besar criticises the opposition and accuses them of playing up issues without facts just to rile up the rakyat.Speaking at a Mega Perpaduan event in Batang Kali, Amirudin also slams former economy minister Azmin Ali and calls him a person who lacks an understanding of economics.

Selangor Menteri Besar criticises the opposition and accuses them of playing up issues without facts just to rile up the rakyat.Speaking at a Mega Perpaduan event in Batang Kali, Amirudin also slams former economy minister Azmin Ali and calls him a person who lacks an understanding of economics.

Selangor MB calls Azmin failed minister

Dr Mahathir Mohamad took a jab at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for “repaying” both his and former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s help during the Port Dickson by-election in 2018 with investigations.“When I became prime minister the second time, during my tenure, he (Anwar) was released (from jail). Then he wanted to contest in an election (Port Dickson by-election).“Both Daim and I campaigned for him. But now he wants to investigate me for wrongdoings,” he said during a special press conference at the Perdana Leadership Foundation today.

Dr Mahathir Mohamad took a jab at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for “repaying” both his and former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s help during the Port Dickson by-election in 2018 with investigations.“When I became prime minister the second time, during my tenure, he (Anwar) was released (from jail). Then he wanted to contest in an election (Port Dickson by-election).“Both Daim and I campaigned for him. But now he wants to investigate me for wrongdoings,” he said during a special press conference at the Perdana Leadership Foundation today.

'After I campaigned for Anwar, now he wants to investigate me' - Dr M