Containing China’s rise in view of growing competition with the US is not the way forward, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. “In their eyes, the adverse reactions to China’s rise – militarily, economically and technologically – represent nothing less than an attempt to deny their legitimate place in history. “The obstacles being placed…
China appreciates the stance taken by Prime Minsiter Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in view of the China-phobia among US and its allies. Minister at the Chinese Embassy in Malaysia Zheng Xuefang said Anwar’s remarks reflected the wish of developing world in pursuing independence and development. “We note with appreciation the remarks by Prime Minister Anwar…
The United Nations will assess tomorrow how it can use an Israeli military road bordering the Gaza Strip to deliver aid to hundreds of thousands of desperate civilians in the north of the Palestinian enclave, a senior UN aid official said. The UN has warned that at least 576,000 people in Gaza – one-quarter of…
Hamas will continue negotiating through mediators until they reach a ceasefire agreement with the Israelis. “We are showing the required flexibility in order to reach a comprehensive cessation of aggression against our people, but the occupation is still evading the entitlements of this agreement,” the group said in a statement, Reuters reported. Negotiators from Hamas,…
A Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency helicopter that made an emergency water landing near Pulau Angsa yesterday was recovered with the assistance of the aircraft maintenance company this afternoon. “It was brought to the Port Klang jetty before being taken to the Subang Maritime Air Station at 3.30am for further action. “The helicopter is one of…
The government would review salary scheme for the police, said Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah along with salary structure of the civil service. He admitted that the salary and allowances given to police personnel are still low and insufficient, especially for those in urban cities. “The government alongside the ministry are…
Australian companies have shown interest to invest a total of RM24.5 billion in Malaysia, including expansion of existing investments, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Anwar, who is also the finance minister, said the intention was expressed to him during his meeting with more than 20 Australian companies in Melbourne on Tuesday, the second…
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim defended his Sinophobia remark in view of the growing competition between China and the United States. He also underlined the fact that Malaysia is free to trade with any of its trading partners. “We are fiercely independent. We do not want to be dictated by any force while we…
Transport Minister Loke Siew Fook believes that the implementation of an electronic driving test system (eTesting) will effectively eradicate bribery and uphold the integrity of exams. The etesting system will be introduced at three driving institutes next month according to Loke, he later added that candidates may take the regular driving test or opt for…
Pas president Tan Sri Abdul Hadi Awang was questioned by federal police today regarding a statement he made on February 20, purportedly targeting the Malay Rulers. The interrogation lasted slightly over an hour, signalling heightened scrutiny over his remarks. Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman, Hadi’s special officer, informed reporters who were outside the Pas headquarters earlier…
