The government will hold discussions with several US companies under the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce after US President Donald Trump recently proposed a 100 percent tariff on imported semiconductor chips.Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz highlighted that Trump had implied the tariff would be imposed on companies that are not building in the US or in the process of doing so.“(However), many companies based in Malaysia that export to the US also have facilities in the US - so we want to seek clarity from the US administration on what exactly it means by companies that need to reinvest or invest more heavily in the US," he said.“We’ve already reached out this morning to seek official clarification, though there is, of course, a time difference,” he said.

The government will hold discussions with several US companies under the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce after US President Donald Trump recently proposed a 100 percent tariff on imported semiconductor chips.Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz highlighted that Trump had implied the tariff would be imposed on companies that are not building in the US or in the process of doing so.“(However), many companies based in Malaysia that export to the US also have facilities in the US - so we want to seek clarity from the US administration on what exactly it means by companies that need to reinvest or invest more heavily in the US," he said.“We’ve already reached out this morning to seek official clarification, though there is, of course, a time difference,” he said.

Miti to seek clarification on Trump's proposed 100% tariff on chips, says Zafrul

Former Selangor Menteri Besar Khir Toyo’s leaving Umno for Bersatu is a good riddance, according to Sungai Besar Umno division chief Jamal Yunos.“I would like to thank Bersatu for opening their doors for this ‘broom’ guy. Now, Sungai Besar Umno no longer has a thorn (in its flesh),” he said.

Former Selangor Menteri Besar Khir Toyo’s leaving Umno for Bersatu is a good riddance, according to Sungai Besar Umno division chief Jamal Yunos.“I would like to thank Bersatu for opening their doors for this ‘broom’ guy. Now, Sungai Besar Umno no longer has a thorn (in its flesh),” he said.

Jamal responds to Khir Toyo joining Bersatu, thanks party for taking ‘broom guy'

Ahmad Fadhli Shaari accused the prime minister of power abuse for ordering MCMC to investigate whether Muhyiddin Yassin made statements supporting the right of foreigners to subsidised fuel.Tthe Pasir Mas MP said that the action constitutes a serious abuse of executive power, involving political interference in an enforcement body that should act independently.

Ahmad Fadhli Shaari accused the prime minister of power abuse for ordering MCMC to investigate whether Muhyiddin Yassin made statements supporting the right of foreigners to subsidised fuel.Tthe Pasir Mas MP said that the action constitutes a serious abuse of executive power, involving political interference in an enforcement body that should act independently.

PAS MP alleges abuse of power in PM's directive to MCMC on Muhyiddin

Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has given his unconditional pledge to safeguard judicial independence, following concerns over his political history.Wan Ahmad Farid, who faced recent public criticism over his past ties with Umno, said that he has served in all three branches of the government and cannot erase his history, political or otherwise.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmO6IAQJH58

Chief Justice Wan Ahmad Farid Wan Salleh has given his unconditional pledge to safeguard judicial independence, following concerns over his political history.Wan Ahmad Farid, who faced recent public criticism over his past ties with Umno, said that he has served in all three branches of the government and cannot erase his history, political or otherwise.Video source:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MmO6IAQJH58

CJ says he can't erase his past, vows to protect judiciary's independence

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar met Russian President Vladimir Putin during a state welcoming ceremony at the Grand Kremlin Palace today.Sultan Ibrahim arrived at the Kremlin at about 3 pm before proceeding to the St. George's Hall, where Putin formally greeted His Majesty.Following the ceremony, both leaders moved to the Green Room for an official meeting.

Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar met Russian President Vladimir Putin during a state welcoming ceremony at the Grand Kremlin Palace today.Sultan Ibrahim arrived at the Kremlin at about 3 pm before proceeding to the St. George's Hall, where Putin formally greeted His Majesty.Following the ceremony, both leaders moved to the Green Room for an official meeting.

Agong meets Putin during state visit to Russia

[KiniNews] Veteran PKR lawmaker Hassan Karim has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to either prove his allegedly defamatory remarks against Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin over the provision of fuel subsidies to foreigners or apologise for them.The Pasir Gudang MP asserted that the ball is now in the prime minister’s court, after Muhyiddin denied making the remarks Anwar had referred to in Parliament.In response, the Prime Minister's Office said Anwar has directed the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to investigate the matter and to take the appropriate action.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have classified the incident involving a key prosecution witness in former finance minister Lim Guan Eng’s corruption trial as a robbery.Petaling Jaya district police chief Shahrulnizam Ja’afar confirmed that the incident was unrelated to the ongoing court proceedings.___________________📌 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] Veteran PKR lawmaker Hassan Karim has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to either prove his allegedly defamatory remarks against Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin over the provision of fuel subsidies to foreigners or apologise for them.The Pasir Gudang MP asserted that the ball is now in the prime minister’s court, after Muhyiddin denied making the remarks Anwar had referred to in Parliament.In response, the Prime Minister's Office said Anwar has directed the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) to investigate the matter and to take the appropriate action.Meanwhile, in a separate story, police have classified the incident involving a key prosecution witness in former finance minister Lim Guan Eng’s corruption trial as a robbery.Petaling Jaya district police chief Shahrulnizam Ja’afar confirmed that the incident was unrelated to the ongoing court proceedings.___________________📌 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: PM urged to prove Muhyiddin claim or apologise; Witness in Guan Eng case robbed - Police

The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly has passed a motion to nominate DAP central executive committee member Vincent Wu and Rembau PKR division chief Jufitri Joha as senators representing the state in the Dewan Negara.The motion was tabled by Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun and seconded by state executive council member Teo Kok Seong yesterday.Only five opposition assemblypersons reportedly abstained from voting, while the rest supported the motion.

The Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly has passed a motion to nominate DAP central executive committee member Vincent Wu and Rembau PKR division chief Jufitri Joha as senators representing the state in the Dewan Negara.The motion was tabled by Menteri Besar Aminuddin Harun and seconded by state executive council member Teo Kok Seong yesterday.Only five opposition assemblypersons reportedly abstained from voting, while the rest supported the motion.

Negeri Sembilan state assembly nominates DAP-PKR duo as senators

Veteran PKR lawmaker Hassan Karim has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to apologise for his allegedly defamatory remarks against Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin over the provision of fuel subsidies to foreigners.The Pasir Gudang MP asserted that the ball is now in the prime minister’s court after Muhyiddin denied the allegations Anwar had made in Parliament earlier.

Veteran PKR lawmaker Hassan Karim has urged Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to apologise for his allegedly defamatory remarks against Perikatan Nasional chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin over the provision of fuel subsidies to foreigners.The Pasir Gudang MP asserted that the ball is now in the prime minister’s court after Muhyiddin denied the allegations Anwar had made in Parliament earlier.

Anwar should apologise to Muhyiddin if there's no evidence of claim, says Hassan

A key prosecution witness in the corruption trial involving former finance minister Lim Guan Eng was attacked by several assailants earlier today at his home near Petaling Jaya.Sources close to the trial told Malaysiakini that the victim was verbally threatened before being physically attacked.When contacted, lead prosecutor Wan Shahruddin Wan Ladin confirmed the incident.

A key prosecution witness in the corruption trial involving former finance minister Lim Guan Eng was attacked by several assailants earlier today at his home near Petaling Jaya.Sources close to the trial told Malaysiakini that the victim was verbally threatened before being physically attacked.When contacted, lead prosecutor Wan Shahruddin Wan Ladin confirmed the incident.

Key prosecution witness in Guan Eng's graft trial attacked at home

Zaid Ibrahim has launched a scathing condemnation of Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh for mocking critics by likening them to persons with disabilities.The former law minister described the remark not only as “deeply offensive” but as a glaring symptom of a poisonous, backward political culture that ridicules the marginalised rather than defends them.

Zaid Ibrahim has launched a scathing condemnation of Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh for mocking critics by likening them to persons with disabilities.The former law minister described the remark not only as “deeply offensive” but as a glaring symptom of a poisonous, backward political culture that ridicules the marginalised rather than defends them.

Zaid hits out at Akmal, says weaponising disability is an assault on dignity

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is ready to disclose the full investigation report into the National Farmers' Organisation (Nafas) to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)."I think disclosing the full report to PAC is not a problem, because PAC can summon any government department, including the ministers themselves, to provide explanations," said its minister Mohamad Sabu.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is ready to disclose the full investigation report into the National Farmers' Organisation (Nafas) to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)."I think disclosing the full report to PAC is not a problem, because PAC can summon any government department, including the ministers themselves, to provide explanations," said its minister Mohamad Sabu.

PAC can summon anyone including minister, says Mat Sabu on Nafas issue

DAP senator Dr A Lingeshwaran has called out the deafening silence of Perikatan Nasional’s non-Malay allies after a PAS MP invoked the spectre of the May 13 racial riots.He did not just take aim at PN component parties, Gerakan and MIPP, but also called out P Ramasamy’s Urimai and P Waythamoorthy’s Malaysian Advancement Party (MAP), both of which supported the July 26 PAS-led rally demanding Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s resignation.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/751323

DAP senator Dr A Lingeshwaran has called out the deafening silence of Perikatan Nasional’s non-Malay allies after a PAS MP invoked the spectre of the May 13 racial riots.He did not just take aim at PN component parties, Gerakan and MIPP, but also called out P Ramasamy’s Urimai and P Waythamoorthy’s Malaysian Advancement Party (MAP), both of which supported the July 26 PAS-led rally demanding Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s resignation.Full story:https://www.malaysiakini.com/news/751323

DAP senator questions silence of PN's non-Malay allies over MP's May 13 remark

PN chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin has denied allegations that he defended the provision of petrol subsidies for foreigners, as claimed by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Muhyiddin described Anwar’s claim that he had made such a statement as a lie and slander.“I’ve never said anything like that, and I strongly refute it. That statement is defamatory and false," he said.

PN chairperson Muhyiddin Yassin has denied allegations that he defended the provision of petrol subsidies for foreigners, as claimed by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.Muhyiddin described Anwar’s claim that he had made such a statement as a lie and slander.“I’ve never said anything like that, and I strongly refute it. That statement is defamatory and false," he said.

'I never said that' - Muhyiddin denies Anwar's claims

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has advised opposition MPs to first reach a consensus among themselves before making requests regarding allocations for opposition representatives.Anwar said that if the opposition MPs succeed in reaching an agreement, they could then meet with Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, who has been given the mandate to handle the matter."First hold talks with Perikatan Nasional (PN) and the other MPs, reach a consensus, and then inform the DPM (Fadillah), who has been given the mandate,” he said in response to a question on allocations from Shahidan Kassim (PN-Arau) in the Dewan Rakyat today.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has advised opposition MPs to first reach a consensus among themselves before making requests regarding allocations for opposition representatives.Anwar said that if the opposition MPs succeed in reaching an agreement, they could then meet with Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof, who has been given the mandate to handle the matter."First hold talks with Perikatan Nasional (PN) and the other MPs, reach a consensus, and then inform the DPM (Fadillah), who has been given the mandate,” he said in response to a question on allocations from Shahidan Kassim (PN-Arau) in the Dewan Rakyat today.

Opposition needs to discuss and reach consensus on allocations, says Anwar

[KiniNews] Dr Mahathir Mohamad has lashed out at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for suggesting that his sons return their wealth to the government if it was obtained through dubious or illegitimate means.Labelling Anwar “the amazing liar”, the former prime minister took aim at his successor’s claim that his sons Mokhzani and Mirzan are worth “RM1.2 billion and RM4 billion”.“Where does he get all these figures and statements?” Mahathir asked, while citing MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s statement that Mokhzani had declared assets of approximately RM1 billion, while Mirzan declared RM246.2 million.He added that the MACC did not state that the sources are ‘unclear or illegitimate’.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the MCMC has launched an investigation into a viral video showing three influencers handing KFC chicken bones to a homeless man - an act it condemned as exploitative and deeply unethical.“MCMC views seriously any attempt to create or spread content that exploits marginalised communities for cheap entertainment, online clout, or public provocation,” it said___________________📌 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] Dr Mahathir Mohamad has lashed out at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for suggesting that his sons return their wealth to the government if it was obtained through dubious or illegitimate means.Labelling Anwar “the amazing liar”, the former prime minister took aim at his successor’s claim that his sons Mokhzani and Mirzan are worth “RM1.2 billion and RM4 billion”.“Where does he get all these figures and statements?” Mahathir asked, while citing MACC chief commissioner Azam Baki’s statement that Mokhzani had declared assets of approximately RM1 billion, while Mirzan declared RM246.2 million.He added that the MACC did not state that the sources are ‘unclear or illegitimate’.Meanwhile, in a separate story, the MCMC has launched an investigation into a viral video showing three influencers handing KFC chicken bones to a homeless man - an act it condemned as exploitative and deeply unethical.“MCMC views seriously any attempt to create or spread content that exploits marginalised communities for cheap entertainment, online clout, or public provocation,” it said___________________📌 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: Dr M slams Anwar’s facts and figures; MCMC investigates influencers' KFC bones video

Ayer Hitam MP Wee Ka Siong has proposed that the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) be restructured into an independent statutory body under Parliament’s oversight, citing concerns over its powers and potential political interference.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, the MCA president said the IRB’s wide-ranging powers warrant a comprehensive structural reform.

Ayer Hitam MP Wee Ka Siong has proposed that the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) be restructured into an independent statutory body under Parliament’s oversight, citing concerns over its powers and potential political interference.Speaking in the Dewan Rakyat, the MCA president said the IRB’s wide-ranging powers warrant a comprehensive structural reform.

IRB should be restructured as an independent body under Parliament, says Wee

DAP Youth chief Woo Kah Leong has reminded Malaysians that politicising issues related to the national flag will not bring the nation forward, and could only further fuel unnecessary conflicts.Woo, who is also Pasir Bedamar assemblyperson, criticised the “village champion” (jaguh kampung) mentality and hypocrisy of politicians who did not scrutinise or express similar outrage over previous incidents where the national flag had also been depicted inaccurately.

DAP Youth chief Woo Kah Leong has reminded Malaysians that politicising issues related to the national flag will not bring the nation forward, and could only further fuel unnecessary conflicts.Woo, who is also Pasir Bedamar assemblyperson, criticised the “village champion” (jaguh kampung) mentality and hypocrisy of politicians who did not scrutinise or express similar outrage over previous incidents where the national flag had also been depicted inaccurately.

DAP Youth chief hits out at those politicising flag issue

MCMC has launched an investigation into a viral video showing three influencers handing KFC chicken bones to a homeless man - an act it condemned as exploitative and deeply unethical.“MCMC views seriously any attempt to create or spread content that exploits marginalised communities for cheap entertainment, online clout, or public provocation,” it said.The commission warned that content which insults or degrades a person’s dignity not only violates basic ethics but also risks normalising inhumane behaviour in society.

MCMC has launched an investigation into a viral video showing three influencers handing KFC chicken bones to a homeless man - an act it condemned as exploitative and deeply unethical.“MCMC views seriously any attempt to create or spread content that exploits marginalised communities for cheap entertainment, online clout, or public provocation,” it said.The commission warned that content which insults or degrades a person’s dignity not only violates basic ethics but also risks normalising inhumane behaviour in society.

MCMC investigating video of trio who gave KFC bones to homeless man

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that MAG’s purchase of Boeing aircrafts was not a decision made due to tariff pressures.In response to a question in the Dewan Rakyat today, he said there was a demand for it and Malaysia Airlines has recorded a profit after years of losses.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that MAG’s purchase of Boeing aircrafts was not a decision made due to tariff pressures.In response to a question in the Dewan Rakyat today, he said there was a demand for it and Malaysia Airlines has recorded a profit after years of losses.

There is a need for it, says Anwar on Boeing aircraft purchase

Hulu Langat MP Mohd Sany Hamzan's interruption of a question by Opposition Leader Hamzah Zainudin directed at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in the Dewan Rakyat sparked a brief commotion this morning.Sany Hamzan had interjected while Hamzah was asking the question which prompted Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal to rebuke him over his action.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/U5RVTO8ptI0

Hulu Langat MP Mohd Sany Hamzan's interruption of a question by Opposition Leader Hamzah Zainudin directed at Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in the Dewan Rakyat sparked a brief commotion this morning.Sany Hamzan had interjected while Hamzah was asking the question which prompted Machang MP Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal to rebuke him over his action.Video source: https://www.youtube.com/live/U5RVTO8ptI0

Tempers flare in Dewan Rakyat after MP interrupts Hamzah's question

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has urged the courts to uphold the supremacy of the Federal Constitution and review the legality of a decision made by the Dewan Rakyat speaker.This comes after the Court of Appeal ruled against Bersatu’s attempt to initiate legal action against Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul and four MPs yesterday.Zaid said the courts must not abdicate their duty to review the legality of decisions made by the speaker, adding that hiding behind parliamentary privilege would invite abuse.

Former law minister Zaid Ibrahim has urged the courts to uphold the supremacy of the Federal Constitution and review the legality of a decision made by the Dewan Rakyat speaker.This comes after the Court of Appeal ruled against Bersatu’s attempt to initiate legal action against Dewan Rakyat speaker Johari Abdul and four MPs yesterday.Zaid said the courts must not abdicate their duty to review the legality of decisions made by the speaker, adding that hiding behind parliamentary privilege would invite abuse.

Anti-hopping law: Judges must play their role to save democracy, says Zaid

Concerns raised over the latest Jalur Gemilang incident are a matter of patriotism and not politics, said Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh.“To the politician who said this issue should not be politicised, you are the one who is actually politicising the matter. Because this is not a political issue, but instead this is a matter of patriotism towards this country,” said Akmal.

Concerns raised over the latest Jalur Gemilang incident are a matter of patriotism and not politics, said Umno Youth chief Dr Akmal Saleh.“To the politician who said this issue should not be politicised, you are the one who is actually politicising the matter. Because this is not a political issue, but instead this is a matter of patriotism towards this country,” said Akmal.

Flag issue is about patriotism, not politics, says Akmal

The upside-down national flag incident at a Chinese school in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, was the result of a mistake by a worker with special needs.“I met with the board of governors and the headmaster and was told that the worker was a special needs person as he was a person with intellectual disability,” said Lukut assemblyperson Choo Ken Hwa.He said the flag was brought down on the same day and he hoped the public will stop making the issue viral.

The upside-down national flag incident at a Chinese school in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, was the result of a mistake by a worker with special needs.“I met with the board of governors and the headmaster and was told that the worker was a special needs person as he was a person with intellectual disability,” said Lukut assemblyperson Choo Ken Hwa.He said the flag was brought down on the same day and he hoped the public will stop making the issue viral.

A special needs worker was behind school's flag blunder, says rep

[KiniNews] Transport Minister Anthony Loke said there is no need for anyone to politicise the recent flag incident involving a Chinese-medium school, in which the Jalur Gemilang was flown upside down.“Every time something like this happens, there will be some quarters trying to politicise it. Let the ministry’s probe decide whether it was deliberate or not,” he told reporters after launching the Seremban parliamentary-level Merdeka celebration at Chan Wa Secondary School today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP Women has hit out at the Negeri Sembilan DAP Veterans Club for using sanitary pads to ridicule a party member, condemning the act as a perpetuation of menstrual stigma.Speaking to Malaysiakini, wing chief Teo Nie Ching said that while the public display of sanitary pads has, in some civic movements, served to challenge period stigma and normalise a natural bodily function, using them as a prop for mockery has the opposite effect.“Using sanitary pads as tools of attack or ridicule only reinforces the shame and stigma long associated with menstruation,” she said.___________________📌 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] Transport Minister Anthony Loke said there is no need for anyone to politicise the recent flag incident involving a Chinese-medium school, in which the Jalur Gemilang was flown upside down.“Every time something like this happens, there will be some quarters trying to politicise it. Let the ministry’s probe decide whether it was deliberate or not,” he told reporters after launching the Seremban parliamentary-level Merdeka celebration at Chan Wa Secondary School today.Meanwhile, in a separate story, DAP Women has hit out at the Negeri Sembilan DAP Veterans Club for using sanitary pads to ridicule a party member, condemning the act as a perpetuation of menstrual stigma.Speaking to Malaysiakini, wing chief Teo Nie Ching said that while the public display of sanitary pads has, in some civic movements, served to challenge period stigma and normalise a natural bodily function, using them as a prop for mockery has the opposite effect.“Using sanitary pads as tools of attack or ridicule only reinforces the shame and stigma long associated with menstruation,” she said.___________________📌 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: Don't politicise flag incident, says Loke; DAP Women slam 'sanitary pad mask' protest

Negeri Sembilan DAP Veterans Club chairperson Lee Kong Hing, who became embroiled in a controversy after using “sanitary pad masks” to protest an intra-party dispute yesterday, has apologised for his actions.At a press conference in Seremban today, Lee said he did not intend to offend or discriminate against women.“As for using the sanitary pad, I actually have a lot of respect for women. I had no intention of insulting women, and I hope they won’t misunderstand my intention. I was just using it as a prop," he said.

Negeri Sembilan DAP Veterans Club chairperson Lee Kong Hing, who became embroiled in a controversy after using “sanitary pad masks” to protest an intra-party dispute yesterday, has apologised for his actions.At a press conference in Seremban today, Lee said he did not intend to offend or discriminate against women.“As for using the sanitary pad, I actually have a lot of respect for women. I had no intention of insulting women, and I hope they won’t misunderstand my intention. I was just using it as a prop," he said.

N Sembilan DAP Veterans Club apologises over 'sanitary pad mask' protest

An NGO has hit out at the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ decision not to prosecute preachers Zamri Vinoth and Firdaus Wong.The Global Human Rights Federation warned the move would only embolden the duo to continue with their actions.Its president S Shashi Kumar told Malaysiakini, that it is not only a blatant discrimination but also a direct violation of Article 11 of the Federal Constitution, which guarantees the freedom of religion for all Malaysians.

An NGO has hit out at the Attorney-General’s Chambers’ decision not to prosecute preachers Zamri Vinoth and Firdaus Wong.The Global Human Rights Federation warned the move would only embolden the duo to continue with their actions.Its president S Shashi Kumar told Malaysiakini, that it is not only a blatant discrimination but also a direct violation of Article 11 of the Federal Constitution, which guarantees the freedom of religion for all Malaysians.

Public deserves transparency, not excuses, says NGO leader on Zamri, Firdaus cases