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Pengalaman kehakiman bantu perkukuh kredibiliti Majlis Media Malaysia - Nallini
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Anwar congratulates Raja of Perlis on Silver Jubilee
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Sultan of Brunei graces Raja of Perlis Silver Jubilee Royal Banquet
ARAU: The Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, graced the Royal Banquet celebrating the Silver Jubilee of the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, at Istana Arau last night. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah arrived at Istana Arau at 8.57pm and was welcomed by the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, alongside the Raja Puan Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Dr Hajah Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil, and their son, Syed Sirajuddin Areeb Putra Al-Haj Jamalullail.
Gobind: Digital Economy Framework Agreement crucial to Asean's US$2 trillion digital economy future
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is committed to accelerating the implementation of the Digital Economy Framework Agreement (DEFA) as Asean chair, recognising its potential to drive regional economic growth, says Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo. Gobind highlights the agreement's importance, with Asean's digital economy projected to reach US$2 trillion by 2030. He believes Malaysia can leverage Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's strong ties with regional leaders to expedite consensus.
MIDA facilitates RM142mil energy partnership between Solarvest, HSS and Shizen at Osaka Expo
KUALA LUMPUR: Solarvest Holdings Bhd, HSS Engineering Sdn Bhd, and Shizen Malaysia Sdn Bhd have formed a renewable energy (RE) partnership to undertake a 29.99MWac solar photovoltaic facility located in Gurun, Kedah with an investment of RM142 million.
Report on Sarawak wanting to buy AmBank stake mere speculation, says Abang Johari
KUCHING: Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has described the report that the state wanted to acquire a stake in AMMB Holdings Bhd (AmBank Group) to merge with Affin Bank Bhd as mere speculation. He also denied that Sarawak had sent a state government representative to discuss the matter with the AmBank Group. "If you want to propose, you should ask her father first... but (in this context), the father doesn't know about the matter, so how can you propose?
Ringgit ends marginally higher against US dollar amid global trade tensions
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit closed marginally higher against the US dollar today, driven by a weaker greenback amid global trade tensions, said an analyst. At 6pm, the local note appreciated to 4.4050/4095 versus the greenback from Wednesday's close of 4.4085/4135. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the situation with the US tariff remains highly fluid as Chinese President Xi Jinping visited the Asean countries this week.
MN Holdings' unit wins RM180mil data centre substation job
KUALA LUMPUR: MN Holdings Bhd's wholly owned subsidiary, MN Holdings Project Manager Mutu Nusantara Sdn Bhd, has secured a RM180 million contract for the engineering, procurement and construction of a substation for a data centre in the southern region of Peninsular Malaysia. In a filing to Bursa Malaysia today, MN Holdings said the contract was awarded by a customer involved in infrastructure services for hosting, data processing and related activities.
Brunei Sultan arrives in Alor Star for Raja of Perlis Silver Jubilee Royal Banquet
ALOR STAR: The Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah arrived at the Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (LTSAH) here today to attend the Royal Banquet held in conjunction with the Silver Jubilee celebrations of the Raja of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail at Istana Arau in Perlis tonight. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and his delegation arrived on a Royal Brunei Boeing 787-8 (BBJ) aircraft at 2.45pm.
MAG braces for tariff impact on aircraft parts
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) will reinforce its cost discipline as United States (US) tariffs are anticipated to drive up the cost of aircraft components by between five per cent and 14 per cent. Group chief strategy and transformation officer Bryan Foong Chee Yeong said rising costs and supply chain disruptions may pressure profitability. "Besides, increased volatility in fuel and foreign exchange rates has also led to an uncertain cost base.
Analysts: Xi's visit elevates Malaysia's role as a strategic middle power
KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) – Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit elevates Malaysia's role as a middle power, integrated into both United States and China supply chains, with room to manoeuvre as trade tensions between Washington and Beijing continue to escalate. SPI Asset Management managing partner Stephen Innes said the visit signalled that Malaysia was more than a stopover in the Belt and Road narrative and was becoming a core partner in Beijing's regional strategy.
Anita Azrina, first woman appointed as SIC chairman
KUALA LUMPUR: Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz has been appointed as the chairman of Petronas Sepang International Circuit (SIC), the first woman to hold the post. SIC, in a statement today, said Anita Azrina replaced Tan Sri Azman Yahya, who had been helming SIC since 2016. Anita Azrina, who has over 30 years' experience in motorsports and corporate strategy, is known for leading the Petronas landmark global Formula 1 sponsorship with Mercedes AMG Petronas.
Fahmi: Chinese President's visit to Malaysia highly successful
KUALA LUMPUR: The just-concluded state visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping to Malaysia was described as highly successful by Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. Fahmi, who is also the MADANI Government spokesperson, said the visit had further strengthened trade relations between the two countries. "I also see that it has deepened the relationship between President Xi and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
MITI: Vast potential for Malaysia, Qatar to diversify trade basket
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ECRL project reaches 81pct completion for Kota Baru-Selangor alignment
PASIR PUTEH: The East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project is now on track for completion by December 2026, with the entire alignment from Kota Baru to Selangor recording a work progress of 81.07 per cent as of last month. The work progress of the project is 90 per cent in Terengganu and 86 per cent in Pahang.
ECRL project achieves 81pct progress for Kota Baru-Selangor alignment
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'China - Malaysia friendship is eternal' - Xi gets a warm send-off | New Straits Times
PUTRAJAYA: "China-Malaysia friendship is eternal" – those were the words displayed symbolically to mark the conclusion of Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit to Malaysia today. As a gesture of appreciation for the historic visit, around 200 Chinese nationals, who are students in Malaysia, gathered outside the hotel where Xi was staying to bid him farewell.
Xi sees Malaysia achieving greater success under Sultan Ibrahim, Anwar
PUTRAJAYA: Chinese President Xi Jinping yesterday expressed confidence that Malaysia will achieve greater success under the leadership of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. "During my last visit in 2013, I was deeply impressed by Malaysia's beautiful nature, diverse culture and kind people. Now, coming back 12 years later, I am truly delighted to see Malaysia booming and making great strides in modernisation.
Cabinet to consider WFH and remote learning plan to ease Asean Summit traffic
SEPANG: A proposal for work-from-home (WFH) and home-based teaching and learning (PdPR) arrangements during the Asean Summits in May and October will be brought to the cabinet, says Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan. He said the proposal arose following the difficulties and constraints faced by the public, particularly in the Federal Territories of Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, due to road closures during the state visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping to Malaysia.
Fitch cuts global growth forecast amid trade war
KUALA LUMPUR: Fitch Ratings has sharply lowered its forecast for world growth in 2025 by 0.4 percentage points (pp), and China and the United States (US) by 0.5 pp from the March edition of its quarterly Global Economic Outlook. In a note today, the firm said severe escalation in the global trade war amid tariff concerns would dramatically impact US-China trade flows.
Extreme marine heatwaves tripled over the past 80 years - study
LONDON: The number of days each year that the world's oceans experience extreme surface heat has tripled over the past 80 years due to global warming, a new study has found, Xinhua reported. Researchers found that, on average, the global sea surface saw about 15 days of extreme heat annually in the 1940s. Today, that figure has soared to nearly 50 days per year, according to a new study published this week in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Another suspect in teen girl kidnap case nabbed in Cheras
SEREMBAN: Another suspect has been remanded for 14 days starting today to assist in investigations into the kidnapping of a teenage girl involving a RM2 million ransom demand here on April 10. Negri Sembilan police chief Datuk Ahmad Dzaffir Mohd Yussof said the remand order against the woman in her 50s was issued by magistrate Fairuz Syuhada Amran this morning. He said the suspect was arrested at 12.55pm yesterday in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur.
Malaysia ties up with China's NDRC to strengthen AI, digital economy
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and China have agreed to promote and develop the digital economies of both countries while also strengthening cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) technology. This follows the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between Malaysia and China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) yesterday.
Man dies after falling into well in Kampar
IPOH: A 57-year-old man died after slipping into a well while trying to collect water in an incident at Kampung Nyior, Kampar, today. Perak Fire and Rescue Department operations division assistant director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad said they were alerted to the incident at 7.52am. "Upon arrival at the scene, firemen found that the man had fallen into a well about three metres deep. "Rescue personnel used a rope system to raise the victim to the surface.
Controlled goods seized in Brickfields raid
KUALA LUMPUR: Enforcement officers from the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur office of the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry raided eight retail premises around Brickfields here last night on suspicion of selling controlled goods without a valid licence. Its chief enforcement officer Mohd Shahran Mohd Arshad said the raids, which began at 9pm, were conducted in collaboration with the Immigration Department and Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL).
Hibiscus Petroleum signs RM439mil Islamic financing deal with Brunei banks
KUALA LUMPUR: Hibiscus Petroleum Bhd, through its wholly owned subsidiary Simpor Hibiscus Sdn Bhd, has signed a long-term US$100 million (RM439 million) Islamic syndicated financing agreement with Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) and Baiduri Bank. In a Bursa Malaysia filing today, the company said the agreement supports Hibiscus Petroleum's growth ambitions in Brunei, reinforces its long-term commitment to the country's energy sector, and supports its priorities under Wawasan Brunei 2035.
President Xi concludes state visit to Malaysia
SEPANG: Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Malaysia for Cambodia today after a three-day state visit, during which he oversaw the exchange of 31 cooperation agreements spanning sectors such as emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, media, and tourism. The Air China aircraft carrying Xi and his delegation took off from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport here at 10.04am.
Harsheeta Sai arrives in US for life-saving heart surgery
KUALA LUMPUR: Eight-year-old S. Harsheetaa Sai, who was born with congenital heart defects, arrived in the United States on Tuesday to undergo life-saving surgery. The matter was confirmed by her father, R. Selva Ganapathy, who is a teacher at Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Tamil Saraswathy in Sungai Buloh.
Ringgit opens higher versus US dollar as tariff uncertainities linger
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Thursday, but trading remained range-bound as traders continued to monitor uncertainties surrounding US tariff policies. Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid highlighted that the US Dollar Index (DXY) had dropped 0.83 per cent to 99.380 points. At 8 am, the local currency rose 0.20 per cent to 4.3960/4080 versus the greenback, compared to Wednesday's close of 4.4085/4135.
Sarawak to consolidate assets amid global economic uncertainty, says Abang Johari
KUCHING: The Sarawak state government is taking steps to consolidate and reassess its assets to sustain economic growth and revenue in light of current global economic uncertainties, said Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. He said the move comes in response to shifting global trade dynamics, including the recent introduction of tariffs by the United States, which has indirectly impacted Sarawak despite the state not relying heavily on the American market for its exports.
Man dies, teen injured in motorcycle accident
SIBU: A motorcyclist died at the scene of a road accident with a teenage motorcyclist in Jalan Amber, Sibu Jaya near here last Tuesday. Sibu district police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said Thimoty Nyala Bakat, 20, who suffered severe head injuries, and the other motorcyclist, aged 15, who was also injured in the incident were sent to Sibu Hospital for further treatment.
69 detained in immigration raid on KL entertainment centres
PUTRAJAYA: The Immigration Department have detained 69 individuals, including 31 foreign nationals, in a raid on two entertainment venues along Jalan Klang Lama in Kuala Lumpur. In a statement yesterday, Immigration director-general Datuk Zakaria Shaaban said those arrested included 26 foreign women and 38 Malaysians. The foreign nationals, aged between 23 and 35, comprised 14 from Thailand, seven each from Laos and Vietnam, two from Bangladesh and one from Singapore.
KL Tower to temporarily close from today
KUALA LUMPUR: The Kuala Lumpur Tower will be temporarily closed starting today (April 17) for the safety and comfort of visitors, and to allow the new management to carry out maintenance and improvement works. The Communication Ministry, in a statement last night, said the reopening date for the tower – one of the tallest telecommunications structures in the world – will be announced through various media channels.
Jakim lodges report against insulting post on Tun Abdullah's passing
KUALA LUMPUR: The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) has lodged an official report with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) regarding an irresponsible comment posted on Astro Awani's Facebook page during the state funeral of Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi yesterday. JAKIM director-general Datuk Dr Sirajuddin Suhaimee said the report was filed to enable authorities to investigate and take appropriate action under the relevant legal provisions.
MACC detains three over Kedah river maintenance corruption
KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has detained three individuals, including a senior executive of a statutory body, for suspected corruption involving river maintenance works in Kedah. According to a source, two men and a woman, aged between 30 and 50, were detained at around 6pm on Monday at the Kedah MACC office. "The main suspect, who is a deputy chief executive officer, is believed to have committed the offence in 2019.
SkyWorld to buy Kuala Lumpur land for RM110mil
KUALA LUMPUR: SkyWorld Development Bhd's wholly owned subsidiary Rimba Maju Realiti Sdn Bhd (RMRSB) will buy 1.23 hectare freehold land at Tempat Sungei Teba, Mukim Batu, Kuala Lumpur for RM110 million from MS Tan Corporation Sdn Bhd. The developer said the purchase is in line with SkyWorld Development's business plan to expand its urban property development business in the Klang Valley by accumulating new suitable land to be included in the group's landbank.
Ringgit ends higher against greenback amid trade war, tariff uncertainties
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar today, supported by a weaker greenback amid uncertainties surrounding the trade war and tariff tensions, said an analyst. At 6pm, the local note appreciated to 4.4085/4135 against the US dollar from Tuesday's close of 4.4100/4155.
RON97, peninsula diesel prices down 10 sen
KUALA LUMPUR: The retail prices of RON97 petrol and diesel in Peninsular Malaysia have been reduced by 10 sen, now set at RM3.18 and RM2.88 per litre, respectively, for April 17 to 23. In a statement today, the Ministry of Finance said the retail price of RON95 petrol remains unchanged at RM2.05 per litre, while diesel prices in Sabah, Sarawak and Labuan also remain at RM2.15 per litre.
LIAM to collaborate with BNM, MOH to develop affordable basic insurance plan
KUALA LUMPUR: The Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM) is working closely with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) to develop an affordable basic insurance plan to ensure that existing policyholders, especially retirees and lower-income groups, continue to receive adequate coverage.
Affin AGM resolutions passed, bonus issue proposed
KUALA LUMPUR: Shareholders of Affin Group approved all ten resolutions tabled at the bank's 49th Annual General Meeting (AGM) today. The group said in a statement that the AGM was chaired by Affin Bank Bhd chairman Datuk Agil Natt and attended by the board of directors, the president and group chief executive officer (CEO), as well as members of senior management.
Court allows Mukhriz's application to stay RM5 mil additional assessment notice | New Straits Times
KUALA LUMPUR: The High Court here today allowed former Kedah Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir's application to stay an Additional Assessment Notice issued by the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) pending the decision of his judicial review application to quash the notice. Mukhriz had applied to quash the action of the Inland Revenue Board (IRB), which issued the notice for him to pay more than RM5 million for the assessment years 2017 to 2019.
King confident Malaysia, China will continue to strengthen cooperation
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Selangor raises RM4.74mil for Putra Heights gas fire victims
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Terengganu to gain RM40mil yearly from Kenyir floating solar phase 1
KUALA TERENGGANU: Terengganu is poised to earn RM40 million annually from the first phase of a significant floating solar project on Kenyir Lake, in what is being seen as an important step in its transition away from oil and gas dependency. The revenue is expected to flow from Phase 1, Block 1 of the Kenyir Lake solar farm, generating 640 megawatts (MW) of clean energy once operational.
Pak Lah 'mended' China-Japan ties with a pen 20 years ago
KUALA LUMPUR: Could a pen ease the current frosty ties between China and Japan? Some may wonder how a single pen could have played a role in mending the strained relations between these two nations. That was the opening line of an article written by Mikhail Raj Abdullah, an editor with Bernama Economic News Service, two decades ago. At the time, he was leading a news team covering the inaugural East Asia Summit (EAS), when Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi served as Prime Minister.
Profit-taking in heavyweights at midday weighs on Bursa Malaysia
KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session lower, dragged down by profit-taking in several heavyweight counters, particularly within the industrial products, banking, and utility sectors. At 12.30pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) eased 9.95 points or 0.67 per cent to 1,476.48 from Tuesday's close of 1,486.43. The benchmark index opened slightly higher at 1,486.45, before moving between 1,473.36 and 1,487.50 during the session.
Chinese President Xi accorded state welcome at Istana Negara
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Flood victims in Sabah increase, no change in Johor
KUALA LUMPUR: The number of flood victims at relief centres (PPS) in Sabah recorded an increase this morning, while in Johor it remained the same as yesterday (April 15). In Sabah, the number of flood victims increased to 228 people (75 families) from 203 people (67 families) yesterday. According to the Secretariat of the Sabah Disaster Management Committee, 152 of the victims, involving 54 families, are at a PPS in Beaufort, while the remaining 76 victims ( 21 families) are at a PPS in Keningau.
Saudi king, crown prince send condolences to Malaysia on Tun Abdullah's passing
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has extended his condolences to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, on the passing of former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. In a message conveyed through a cable, King Salman expressed his sincere condolences to the King, the bereaved family, and the people of Malaysia. He also wished His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim continued good health.
Tears flow as inmate reunites with family over Raya feast
BATU GAJAH: Nothing brings greater joy to a father—especially one behind bars—than the chance to embrace his children after a long separation. Such was the emotional experience of Kamarul (not his real name), who was overwhelmed with tears as he reunited with his five children after being apart for over a year due to his imprisonment at the Batu Gajah Correctional Centre.
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