National Policy & Budget news in Malaysia
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Contractor denies inventing Muhyiddin's 2020 donation request, explains lack of police report
PKBM president Azman Yusoff testified in Muhyiddin Yassin's power abuse trial, insisting the former PM asked him in July 2020 to tell Bumiputera contractors to donate to Bersatu. He said he did not lodge a police report for fear of being accused of abetting Muhyiddin. The trial is ongoing at the Kuala Lumpur High Court.
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Sabah port workers' union backs 24-hour accident protection plan
The Sabah Port Companies National Workers Union has expressed support for the proposed 24-Hour Protection Scheme, which would cover non-occupational accidents. Union president Mohd Airy Arin called the additional 0.75 per cent contribution a future investment for workers and their dependants.
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Activist questions Labuan Corporation board meetings held outside the island
An activist has questioned why Labuan Corporation's board meetings are held outside Labuan, saying board members should be physically present to understand local issues. The activist also raised concerns about the lack of transparency in the meetings and the absence of a deputy minister from Labuan.
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Pending assemblywoman opposes EC plan to split Kenyalang Park voters across three seats
Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong has objected to the Election Commission's proposal to divide the Kenyalang Park community among three state constituencies in Sarawak's electoral redelineation. She has demanded the EC explain its criteria and has secured the minimum 100 electors needed to make a formal representation against the move.
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Talking Point compares teen social media bans in Australia, Malaysia as Singapore weighs new rules
A CNA Talking Point special examines how Australia's and Malaysia's social media restrictions for teens are working, including loopholes and privacy concerns. The report comes as Singapore plans to legislate stronger safeguards for youth online access early next year.
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MACC detains 11, VVIP may face charges in Tabung Haji RCI probe
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) has confirmed that 11 individuals have been remanded in connection with the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report on Lembaga Tabung Haji. The MACC chief also did not rule out the possibility of a VVIP being charged following the latest investigation into the Al Rawda property investment in Saudi Arabia. Several charges are scheduled in courts in Shah Alam, Kuala Lumpur and Kelantan.
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SPRM chief suggests FELDA hire own forensic audit team to probe governance issues
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (SPRM) chief suggested FELDA appoint its own forensic audit team to investigate governance and misconduct issues. He also detailed seven cases under investigation, including the purchase of properties in Sarawak, Sabah, London and Wembley.
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Malaysia's MACC says VVIP may face charges next week in Tabung Haji probe
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MCMC) chief does not rule out a VVIP being the first to be charged in court next week following its investigation into the Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) report on Lembaga Tabung Haji. The latest probe involves a property lease in an Al Rawda investment in Saudi Arabia, while two other investigation papers have been referred to the Attorney General's Chambers.
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Penang High Court declares missing Malaysian doctor dead after 2024 India river incident
The High Court in Penang has declared Dr Balraj Sethi, a Malaysian who went missing in India in September 2024, as dead. Balraj disappeared after jumping into the Alaknanda River to rescue his father, who survived. The court issued the declaration based on evidence presented by his father.
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Court allows Rosmah to submit additional evidence in RM1.25 bln solar case
The court has allowed Rosmah Mansor to submit additional evidence in a case involving a RM1.25 billion solar project. The decision was made during proceedings related to the case.