[KiniNews] Zaid Ibrahim is toying with the idea of appointing Rafizi Ramli as the next MACC chief commissioner - all thanks to a suggestion from a Malaysiakini reader in the comments section.“That comment caught my eye. I couldn’t help but mull it over and, well, here we are,” he told Malaysiakini.The former law minister thinks Rafizi looks like a solid pick - at least on paper.“And let’s be honest, he definitely ticks the ‘brave’ box that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim keeps going on about,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has summoned the party’s newly elected leadership to meet and have a post-mortem of last week’s internal polls and decide on appointed office bearers.Amirudin Shari, who retained his vice-presidency, said on the agenda is also a discussion on an appointed post for Rafizi, who was ousted as party deputy president on Friday.___________________📌 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] Zaid Ibrahim is toying with the idea of appointing Rafizi Ramli as the next MACC chief commissioner - all thanks to a suggestion from a Malaysiakini reader in the comments section.“That comment caught my eye. I couldn’t help but mull it over and, well, here we are,” he told Malaysiakini.The former law minister thinks Rafizi looks like a solid pick - at least on paper.“And let’s be honest, he definitely ticks the ‘brave’ box that Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim keeps going on about,” he said.Meanwhile, in a separate story, PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has summoned the party’s newly elected leadership to meet and have a post-mortem of last week’s internal polls and decide on appointed office bearers.Amirudin Shari, who retained his vice-presidency, said on the agenda is also a discussion on an appointed post for Rafizi, who was ousted as party deputy president on Friday.___________________📌 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: Zaid mulls idea of Rafizi as MACC chief; PKR leadership to discuss post for Rafizi?

Malaysia’s iconic capital continues to be in the international diplomatic spotlight as the 46th Asean Summit and Related Summits enter their final day today.The day’s highlights include two high-level meetings, namely the second Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the inaugural Asean-GCC-China Summit, which aim to strengthen regional and inter-regional cooperation.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1063778938971044

Malaysia’s iconic capital continues to be in the international diplomatic spotlight as the 46th Asean Summit and Related Summits enter their final day today.The day’s highlights include two high-level meetings, namely the second Asean-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Summit and the inaugural Asean-GCC-China Summit, which aim to strengthen regional and inter-regional cooperation.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1063778938971044

M'sia hosts landmark Asean-GCC-China Summit

Civil society groups have renewed pressure on Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar to file fresh charges against former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak over the International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC) case.The groups urged Finance Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the prime minister, to declassify his ministry’s documents to help the prosecution with the case.

Civil society groups have renewed pressure on Attorney-General Dusuki Mokhtar to file fresh charges against former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak over the International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC) case.The groups urged Finance Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who is also the prime minister, to declassify his ministry’s documents to help the prosecution with the case.

Groups call for AG to provide timeline for new charges against Najib in IPIC case

Rafizi Ramli was spotted at the 46th Asean Summit today, in what could be his swansong appearance as economy minister.Speculations surrounding the former PKR deputy president’s minister status follow his earlier vow to resign if he lost in the recently concluded PKR election, which saw him defeated by Nurul Izzah Anwar.According to Astro Awani, Rafizi attended the 8am session in the summit, where Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan were also present.

Rafizi Ramli was spotted at the 46th Asean Summit today, in what could be his swansong appearance as economy minister.Speculations surrounding the former PKR deputy president’s minister status follow his earlier vow to resign if he lost in the recently concluded PKR election, which saw him defeated by Nurul Izzah Anwar.According to Astro Awani, Rafizi attended the 8am session in the summit, where Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan were also present.

Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli spotted at Asean Summit

Fashion designer Jovian Mandagie will provide a statement in Jakarta, Indonesia, next month to assist the MACC with its probe into former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said his officers have gotten in touch with Jovian, who is Ismail Sabri’s former son-in-law.

Fashion designer Jovian Mandagie will provide a statement in Jakarta, Indonesia, next month to assist the MACC with its probe into former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob.MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki said his officers have gotten in touch with Jovian, who is Ismail Sabri’s former son-in-law.

MACC to record statement from Jovian in probe into Ismail Sabri

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has summoned the party’s newly elected leadership to meet and have a post-mortem of last week’s internal polls and decide on appointed office bearers.Amirudin Shari, who retained his vice-presidency, said on the agenda is also a discussion on an appointed post for Rafizi Ramli, who was ousted as party deputy president on Friday.

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has summoned the party’s newly elected leadership to meet and have a post-mortem of last week’s internal polls and decide on appointed office bearers.Amirudin Shari, who retained his vice-presidency, said on the agenda is also a discussion on an appointed post for Rafizi Ramli, who was ousted as party deputy president on Friday.

PKR leaders to meet to discuss polls post-mortem, post for Rafizi

[KiniNews] Despite a political shake-up over the weekend, it was business as usual for Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.His press secretary, Farhan Iqbal reportedly said that Rafizi was at work today.Previously, Rafizi had stated that he would be prepared to step down from his ministerial role if he failed to retain his party post.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim believes Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim misjudged what qualifies Azam Baki as the ideal candidate to lead the MACC.Responding to Anwar’s assertion that “there is none braver” than the current chief commissioner, the former law minister said courage is not the right metric for the role.___________________📌 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] Despite a political shake-up over the weekend, it was business as usual for Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.His press secretary, Farhan Iqbal reportedly said that Rafizi was at work today.Previously, Rafizi had stated that he would be prepared to step down from his ministerial role if he failed to retain his party post.Meanwhile, in a separate story, Zaid Ibrahim believes Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim misjudged what qualifies Azam Baki as the ideal candidate to lead the MACC.Responding to Anwar’s assertion that “there is none braver” than the current chief commissioner, the former law minister said courage is not the right metric for the role.___________________📌 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: Rafizi reports for duty as usual; 'Bravery' isn't job description for MACC chief - Zaid

No political links have been found in Pamela Ling's abduction, said Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa."So far we have not found any evidence or testimony that leads to this as well," he reportedly said during a press conference in Bukit Aman today.In response to allegations that Ling had sought a certificate of good conduct to obtain citizenship in a different country, he said that investigations found no proof she possessed a second passport.

No political links have been found in Pamela Ling's abduction, said Kuala Lumpur police chief Rusdi Isa."So far we have not found any evidence or testimony that leads to this as well," he reportedly said during a press conference in Bukit Aman today.In response to allegations that Ling had sought a certificate of good conduct to obtain citizenship in a different country, he said that investigations found no proof she possessed a second passport.

Police: No political links found in Pamela Ling's disappearance

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that quiet engagement has played an effective role in addressing the ongoing crisis in Myanmar."The steps may be small and the bridge may be fragile, but as they say, in matters of peace, even a fragile bridge is better than a widening gulf," he said in his opening remarks at the 46th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur today.Anwar said Asean has been able to take positive steps with the formation of the Informal Advisory Group for Malaysia as the Asean chair for 2025.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1014674144213463

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that quiet engagement has played an effective role in addressing the ongoing crisis in Myanmar."The steps may be small and the bridge may be fragile, but as they say, in matters of peace, even a fragile bridge is better than a widening gulf," he said in his opening remarks at the 46th Asean Summit in Kuala Lumpur today.Anwar said Asean has been able to take positive steps with the formation of the Informal Advisory Group for Malaysia as the Asean chair for 2025.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1014674144213463

Anwar: Quiet engagement on Myanmar matters

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has written to US President Donald Trump, seeking his support to organise a meeting between Asean and the United States.Speaking during his opening address at the 46th Asean Summit today, Anwar said the move was in line with discussions during the Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Langkawi earlier this year.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1014674144213463

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has written to US President Donald Trump, seeking his support to organise a meeting between Asean and the United States.Speaking during his opening address at the 46th Asean Summit today, Anwar said the move was in line with discussions during the Asean Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in Langkawi earlier this year.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/anwaribrahimofficial/videos/1014674144213463

Anwar writes to US President Donald Trump to request US-Asean meeting

PKR vice president Aminuddin Harun believes that former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli's supporters will not act hastily and leave the party.This is following Rafizi's loss to Nurul Izzah Anwar in the PKR deputy presidency race.Aminuddin reportedly said that he believes they need a little bit of time to reflect and will return to supporting the party.

PKR vice president Aminuddin Harun believes that former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli's supporters will not act hastily and leave the party.This is following Rafizi's loss to Nurul Izzah Anwar in the PKR deputy presidency race.Aminuddin reportedly said that he believes they need a little bit of time to reflect and will return to supporting the party.

Rafizi's supporters won't leave party, says Aminuddin

The Teoh Beng Hock Association for Democratic Advancement called for DAP’s five ministers to resign as a protest over the Attorney-General’s Chambers classifying Beng Hock’s death as no further action.Association chairperson Ng Yap Hwa said the ministers - Anthony Loke, Gobind Singh Deo, Nga Kor Ming, Sim Chee Keong, and Hannah Yeoh - should take responsibility on the party’s behalf for failing to fulfil promises to seek justice for Beng Hock.

The Teoh Beng Hock Association for Democratic Advancement called for DAP’s five ministers to resign as a protest over the Attorney-General’s Chambers classifying Beng Hock’s death as no further action.Association chairperson Ng Yap Hwa said the ministers - Anthony Loke, Gobind Singh Deo, Nga Kor Ming, Sim Chee Keong, and Hannah Yeoh - should take responsibility on the party’s behalf for failing to fulfil promises to seek justice for Beng Hock.

Teoh Beng Hock association urges DAP ministers to resign in protest over NFA decision

Zaid Ibrahim believes Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim misjudged what qualifies Azam Baki as the ideal candidate to lead the MACC.Responding to Anwar’s assertion that “there is none braver” than the current chief commissioner, the former law minister said courage is not the right metric for the role.

Zaid Ibrahim believes Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim misjudged what qualifies Azam Baki as the ideal candidate to lead the MACC.Responding to Anwar’s assertion that “there is none braver” than the current chief commissioner, the former law minister said courage is not the right metric for the role.

MACC chief job doesn't need bravery or courage, says Zaid

Leaders from across Southeast Asia converged in the Malaysian capital today for a crucial summit and a series of high-level related meetings to deliberate on key regional matters.The 46th Asean Summit is being held under Malaysia’s 2025 Chairmanship theme, “Inclusivity and Sustainability.” This marks Malaysia’s fifth term as Asean Chair, following previous chairmanships in 1977, 1997, 2005, and 2015.

Leaders from across Southeast Asia converged in the Malaysian capital today for a crucial summit and a series of high-level related meetings to deliberate on key regional matters.The 46th Asean Summit is being held under Malaysia’s 2025 Chairmanship theme, “Inclusivity and Sustainability.” This marks Malaysia’s fifth term as Asean Chair, following previous chairmanships in 1977, 1997, 2005, and 2015.

Asean leaders arrive in KL for key summit, related meetings

Hundreds gathered at the “Himpunan Melayu Berdaulat” rally in the capital today to voice issues concerning the interests of Malays and Muslims, including to protest the proposed Urban Renewal Act (URA).The rally, which began at around 2.30pm, was held simultaneously at four main locations - Masjid Jamek Kuala Lumpur, Masjid Jamek Kampung Baru, Jalan Raja Laut, and Kelab Sultan Sulaiman in Kampung Baru - before participants marched towards the Sogo department store.

Hundreds gathered at the “Himpunan Melayu Berdaulat” rally in the capital today to voice issues concerning the interests of Malays and Muslims, including to protest the proposed Urban Renewal Act (URA).The rally, which began at around 2.30pm, was held simultaneously at four main locations - Masjid Jamek Kuala Lumpur, Masjid Jamek Kampung Baru, Jalan Raja Laut, and Kelab Sultan Sulaiman in Kampung Baru - before participants marched towards the Sogo department store.

Hundreds join Malay rights rally in KL

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has brushed off allegations of nepotism involving the roles played by his family members in the party, stressing that their involvement came during times of crisis when PKR’s struggle was being tested.Addressing delegates at the close of the PKR national congress in Johor Bahru today, Anwar revisited the tumultuous period during his imprisonment, saying his wife, Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, had to step up under difficult circumstances.Anwar stressed that while Wan Azizah was appointed by him in a time of crisis, Nurul Izzah’s rise in the party was the decision of party members.

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has brushed off allegations of nepotism involving the roles played by his family members in the party, stressing that their involvement came during times of crisis when PKR’s struggle was being tested.Addressing delegates at the close of the PKR national congress in Johor Bahru today, Anwar revisited the tumultuous period during his imprisonment, saying his wife, Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, had to step up under difficult circumstances.Anwar stressed that while Wan Azizah was appointed by him in a time of crisis, Nurul Izzah’s rise in the party was the decision of party members.

Anwar denies claims of nepotism in PKR

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim's full speech at PKR National Congress on May 24, 2025.

[Full Video] PKR president Anwar Ibrahim's speech at PKR congress

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli was notably absent from the final day of the party’s national congress, following his defeat in the contest for the number two post to Nurul Izzah Anwar.Although Rafizi yesterday confirmed his attendance amid questions raised following a heated exchange of words with Nurul Izzah, he has not been seen at the venue since 8am this morning.

Former PKR deputy president Rafizi Ramli was notably absent from the final day of the party’s national congress, following his defeat in the contest for the number two post to Nurul Izzah Anwar.Although Rafizi yesterday confirmed his attendance amid questions raised following a heated exchange of words with Nurul Izzah, he has not been seen at the venue since 8am this morning.

Rafizi absent from PKR congress after loss

PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar's full speech at 2024/2025 PKR National Congress on 24 May 2025.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/amkmalaysia/videos/3381535692015567

PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar's full speech at 2024/2025 PKR National Congress on 24 May 2025.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/amkmalaysia/videos/3381535692015567

[Full Video] PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar's speech at PKR congress

Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail expressed his commitment to rebuke PKR’s top leadership if any discrepancies between promises and implementation arise.During a speech at the PKR national congress, the home minister also expressed his willingness to be the first to rebuke party president and prime minister Anwar Ibrahim if promises are not translated into action.

Pakatan Harapan secretary-general Saifuddin Nasution Ismail expressed his commitment to rebuke PKR’s top leadership if any discrepancies between promises and implementation arise.During a speech at the PKR national congress, the home minister also expressed his willingness to be the first to rebuke party president and prime minister Anwar Ibrahim if promises are not translated into action.

Saifuddin says will be the first to rebuke Anwar if there are unkept promises

Saifuddin Nasution Ismail's full speech at 2024/2025 PKR National Congress on 24 May 2025.

[Full Video] Saifuddin Nasution Ismail's full speech at PKR congress

Taking the stage at the PKR congress today, Saifuddin Nasution Ismail recalled how he had accompanied Rafizi Ramli back to his car after the announcement of the winners in the polls last night.Saifuddin, who was not originally slated to speak, added that he sincerely fears losing Rafizi from the party.

Taking the stage at the PKR congress today, Saifuddin Nasution Ismail recalled how he had accompanied Rafizi Ramli back to his car after the announcement of the winners in the polls last night.Saifuddin, who was not originally slated to speak, added that he sincerely fears losing Rafizi from the party.

I’m afraid of losing Rafizi from the party, says Saifuddin in emotional speech

PKR Women chief Fadhlina Sidek's closing speech at PKR National Congress.

[Full Video] PKR Women chief Fadhlina Sidek's closing speech at PKR Congress

Full closing speech by PKR Youth Chief Kamil Munim at the PKR National Congress on 24 May 2025.

[Full Video] PKR Youth Chief Kamil Munim closing speech at PKR congress

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has offered an open apology to party members and the machinery, admitting he had not given enough attention to strengthening PKR internally since becoming prime minister nearly three years ago.While conceding that this may not have been the right decision, Anwar explained it was due to the heavy responsibility of rebuilding a nation facing economic and social challenges.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16Eo3drduN/

PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has offered an open apology to party members and the machinery, admitting he had not given enough attention to strengthening PKR internally since becoming prime minister nearly three years ago.While conceding that this may not have been the right decision, Anwar explained it was due to the heavy responsibility of rebuilding a nation facing economic and social challenges.Video source:https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16Eo3drduN/

Anwar apologises for neglecting party affairs

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has declared his assets to the MACC, as part of the probe into alleged graft in the former’s Keluarga Malaysia public relations campaign.Graft busters are also preparing to quiz his former son-in-law, Jovian Mandagie, who is now in Indonesia.“We have to record his statement. I believe the investigating officers are in the process of or have managed to contact him regarding this,” MACC chief Azam Baki said in a press conference today.

Former prime minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has declared his assets to the MACC, as part of the probe into alleged graft in the former’s Keluarga Malaysia public relations campaign.Graft busters are also preparing to quiz his former son-in-law, Jovian Mandagie, who is now in Indonesia.“We have to record his statement. I believe the investigating officers are in the process of or have managed to contact him regarding this,” MACC chief Azam Baki said in a press conference today.

MACC to question Ismail Sabri's ex-son-in-law, Jovian Mandagie in Indonesia