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Posted on September 18, 2018
Called the PD-move, is the upcoming by-election on October 20 that is which we are likely to see Anwar win and make his way back to the government after 20 years. The by-election was made possible by a PKR fellow member, Dayalt who vacated his seat to make way for Anwar to contest. There has been much criticism of the actions of both the elected Dayalt and Anwar. Some have also cried foul with the free banquets, concerts and the usual 'election goody projects'.
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The State of Households 2018 - Different Realities
Either GST or SST, the consumers have to pay more for
Either GST or SST, the consumers have to pay more for
Either GST or SST, the consumers have to pay more for
New Malaysia | New Govt | Oct 19, 2018 @ 10:54
Malaysia's poverty line too low, says Kian Ming
A higher poverty line would better measure poverty rates in a high-income nation, says Deputy Minister of International Trade and Investment Dr Ong Kian Ming.
|Read more >|TheStar
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Target: Small-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and B40 house-buyers
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Ministry: Ministry of Finance
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New Malaysia | Govt Programmes | Aug 21, 2019 @ 19:22
BNM launches free financial advisory services for SMEs and home buyers|Read more >|SunDaily
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launched free financial advisory and recommendations services for small and medium enterprises and home buyers who were unsuccessful in obtaining financing from banks.
MyKNP is a joint collaboration by BNM, Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Bhd (CGC) and the Credit Counselling and Debt Management Agency (AKPK) to enhance the financing ecosystem.
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Telephone: 03-8687 4848
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State of Malaysia' Households
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October 2018
Foreign workers are not stealing your jobs or suppressing wages, says the report
Migrant workers tend to enter low-skilled jobs while Malaysians generally go into skilled and semi-skilled ones, a Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) report said. |Read more >|Malaymail
'Policymaking must consider disparities in income between states'
Policymaking must consider income threshold differences across states as there are huge disparities in the middle 40% (M40) income threshold between different states in Malaysia. |Read more >|SunDaily
Study: Malaysia's income gap doubled in two decades
Despite a reduction in official income inequality, the absolute earnings gap between Malaysia's top 20 per cent and their countrymen has nearly doubled, putting more Malaysians in relative poverty.|Read more >|TheStar
Low-skilled tech, foreign workers to slow down Malaysia’s march to an advanced economy
Malaysia’s adoption of low-skill based technologies linked to its dependence on foreign workers may possibly be slowing down the shift to becoming an advanced economy, says Khazanah Research Institute (KRI). |Read more >|TheStar
Report: Malaysians had 3.1 years of idle education
Despite going to school for an average of 12 years, Malaysian students get only about nine years’ worth of meaningful education, a study by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) said.|Read more >|TheStar
Deindustrialisation could work to Malaysia’s disadvantage, warns Khazanah Research
Malaysia’s push towards sustained economic growth must be underpinned by more emphasis on more hi-tech manufacturing and more capital invested in technology, says Khazanah Research Institute (KRI).|Read more >|TheStar
Lower-income households vulnerable to economic shocks
Low-income households in Malaysia remains vulnerable to economic shocks and emergencies due to low savings, a study by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) found.
|Read more >|TheStar
Malaysia needs to focus on its institutions
Malaysia needs to focus on strengthening its institutions for the country's development.|Read more >|TheStar
Why a 'rich' household in Kelantan is considered a low-income one in KL
In Kelantan where almost every household (85.3 per cent) earns below RM7,000 a month, you would be considered to be in the top 20 per cent (T20) group traditionally regarded as high-income if you earn RM7,000. |Read more >|Malaymail
Research: Malaysian households earning RM2,000 may have only RM76 left after expenses
A household in Malaysia earning less than RM2,000 a month may have only RM76 left after deducting household expenses, research by the Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) has found. |Read more >|Malaymail
Report: Number of years spent in school not guarantee of good education
Even though Malaysians stay an average of 10 years in school, students have three years of schooling that do not contribute to their educational achievement, a Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) report said. |Read more >|Malaymail
Khazanah Research: Malaysian policy-making needs to be rooted in reality
Malaysian policymaking tends to suppress the difference in realities of income levels among households across the country with a contextless approach and by copying international standards considered “best practices” of high-income positions. |Read more >|Malaymail
Feel that only the rich get richer in Malaysia? You may be right
Ever wondered why you feel that the income divide between the rich and poor in Malaysia is getting wider and wider, despite the official index showing less inequality and a fairer distribution of income? |Read more >|Malaymail
Khazanah report: Malaysia needs to focus on strengthening core fundamentals
The focus on strengthening core fundamentals, while reflecting on the state of development, are among key priority areas essential towards securing the future of the state of all households in Malaysia. |Read more >|Malaymail
Thorough assessment of investments from China is important, says Khazanah report
A thorough assessment of investments from China, especially from the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), is seen as important for Malaysia, says the Khazanah Research Institute’s State of Household 2018: Different Realities Report. |Read more >|Malaymail
2.2 million foreigners sought greener pastures in Malaysia in 2017: Report
Malaysia was home to around 2.2 million foreign workers in 2017, with most of them hired in the agriculture and construction sectors, according to a report. |Read more >|NST
Study: Most women still working as cleaners, clerks, teachers, while men rule top management
Men outnumber women in most occupations except those considered low-level or “feminine”, a report by Khazanah Research Institute (KRI) showed. |Read more >|Malaymail
Women make up only two-fifths of the labour force - Khazanah report
The participation of women in the country’s labour market constitutes only two-fifths of the labour force even though half of the Malaysian working-age population are women. |Read more >|NST
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Sado cattle breeding hub in Terengganu: Azmin|Read more >|SunDaily
New Initiatives: MCMC | Aug 13, 2019
RM21.6b needed for National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan|Read more >|SunDaily
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MCMC to assist in combating illegal business that is harming endangered animals|Read more >|TheStar
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Lahad Datu airport to be upgraded
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KPDNHEP appointed 79 parliamentary consumerism coordinators|Read more >|SunDaily
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Govt: DoE | Aug 13, 2019
Environment Dept activates two action plans to tackle haze in Malaysia|Read more >|Malaymail
New Initiatives: MESTECC | Aug 08, 2019
Plan underway to power up Orang Asli villages in Pahang, says Yeo|Read more >|NST
New Initiatives - Education
Aug 13, 2019
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Maszlee: Civics education to cover both literacy and practical aspects|Read more >|NST
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PM expresses shame over country's dirty toilets.|Read more >|NST
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Lack of civic-mindedness will be destructive to the country: PM|Read more >|SunDaily
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Integrated and holistic implementation of civics education: Maszlee|Read more >|SunDaily
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Govt: Works | Aug 09 2019
Works ministry in favour of bikers restricted to left lane
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Aug 08, 2019
RM10mil iFleet fund set up to promote telematics in bid to reduce road accidents|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 07, 2019 | Malaysia bid to be aviation hub gets a boost|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 07, 2019 | Further consolidating Malaysia’s position as Airbus regional hub|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 07, 2019 | Transport Ministry to study impact of cabotage policy waiver in Sabah in November|Read more >|TheStar
New Initiatives - Target Groups
Aug 06, 2019 | 228 workplace nurseries set up in public sector as of July: Hannah Yeoh|Read more >|SunDaily
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Aug 06, 2019 | Getting home loans still a problem|Read more >|SunDaily
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Aug 13, 2019
Expect major upgrade for Penang Botanical Garden soon, says Jagdeep|Read more >|NST
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Aug 10, 2019 | Malacca: Pioneer e-sports centre aimed at developing talented athletes|Read more >|SunDaily
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Aug 09, 2019
Tax incentives could be given to private companies that contribute to schools’ development
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Aug 09, 2019
14, 000ha gazetted for Orang Asli|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 09, 2019
Liew mulls opening safari park in Sabah|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 06, 2019 | Shafie Apdal: Sabah will not approve mining in resource-rich Maliau Basin|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 06, 2019 | Sabah Wildlife Dept sets up 24-hour hotline, online site for complaints|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 06, 2019 | Kedah stops operations of 61 plastic recycling factories|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Govt: IGP | Aug 21, 2019 @ 11:09
IGP: More than 100 policemen tested positive for drugs
More than 100 police officers tested positive for drugs during an operation conducted in every police contingent since Aug 13, according to Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Abdul Hamid Bador yesterday.|Read more >|SunDaily
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New Policies: Home | Aug 11, 2019
Industry players caught off-guard|Read more >|TheStar
Govt: MoH | Aug 8, 2019
Health minister: Mandatory prescriptions upon request to be included in Poisons Act|Read more >|Malaymail
New Policies: Home | Aug 08 2019
No more foreign workers for service sub-sectors by 2021
|Read more >|SunDaily
New Policies: Tobacco Act | Aug 07, 2019
New Tobacco Control Bill to be finalised by month’s end, says health minister|Read more >|Malaymail
New State Policies | Aug 06, 2019
Sabah passes Bill to outlaw Islamic deviancy|Read more >|Malaymail
Lower voting age | Aug 12, 2019 @ 17:30
In survey, potential Malaysian teen voters want more exposure on election process, nation-building|Read more >|Malaymail
Projects: KLCP2020 | Aug 12, 2019 @ 08:00
Clamour to degazette KL City Plan grows as more parks become skyscrapers|Read more >|Malaymail
12th Malaysia Plan
12th Malaysia Plan | Aug 15, 2019 @ 16:31
RM988.5 million allocation for Terengganu’s development expenditure|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 06, 2019 | MEA gathering input from all states for preparation of 12MP|Read more >|SunDaily
Reforms: Reforming the MACC
New Malaysia | Govt: MACC | Aug 06, 2019
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New anti-graft provision spurs more dialogue|Read more >|TheStar
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Whistleblower Act needs to be strengthened: MACC chief|Read more >|SunDaily
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IGU: MACC gathering feedback for guideline|Read more >|SunDaily
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Corruptions involving civil servants, youth worrying: MACC|Read more >|SunDaily
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MACC reviewing 'NFA' cases, says Latheefa|Read more >|TheStar
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Only 30 per cent of complaints received by MACC relate to corruption|Read more >|NST
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Who’s a whistleblower? MACC chief defines criteria, highlights gaps in protection law|Read more >|Malaymail
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MACC: Gift-giving for government contracts, licences has to stop|Read more >|TheStar
Suggestions
Govt: Resources | Aug 14, 2019
Special body should be set up to monitor agencies controlling water resources|Read more >|NST
Viewpoints | Aug 14, 2019
Suspend driving licences of road ragers, say analysts|Read more >|SunDaily
State Govt | Aug 13, 2019
KK mulls designated smoking zones as state-wide ban draws near|Read more >|NST
Healthcare | Aug 13, 2019
Ministry needs more allocation to meet health needs|Read more >|TheStar
Viewpoints |
Aug 09, 2019
'Return to mainstream media for authentic, authoritative news'
Malaysians need to return to the mainstream media platforms for better news reports, which are authentic and authoritative.|Read more >|NST
New Propositions |
New suggestions to be considered
ovt: MoA | Aug 15, 2019 @ 15:00
Agriculture Ministry says aims to make Malaysia self-sufficient in milk by 2025|Read more >|Malaymail
Viewpoints | Aug 12, 2019
MEF foresees difficulties in filling jobs |Read more >|TheStar
Govt: MoT | Aug 11, 2019
Ban on heavy vehicles considered when festivals coincide with school holidays|Read more >|SunDaily
Govt: CEP | Aug 10, 2019
Daim: Malaysia should redefine delinquent loans, revamp B40 aid|Read more >|Malaymail
State Govt | Aug 10, 2019
Sabah needs to come up with legal definition of indigenous people|Read more >|TheStar
ovt | Aug 10, 2019
Jokowi moots cooperation or merger of state oil companies with Malaysia|Read more >|SunDaily
Govt: ERC | Aug 8, 2019
Education of young voters to be main part of Electoral Reform Committee’s proposal|Read more >|Malaymail
Reforms
Reforms: Asset Declaration
Aug 06, 2019 | Kelantan govt welcomes MACC’s call on asset declaration|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 06, 2019 | Terengganu assemblymen have no problem declaring assets, says MB|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Reforms | Aug 06, 2019 @ 21:19
Penalty increased to check online cheating by traders
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Reforms: NSC | Aug 06, 2019
King’s role as constitutional monarch reduced due to amendment, court told|Read more >|SunDaily
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Aug 11, 2019
As IPCMC looms, police rank-and-file long for even basic amenities|Read more >|Malaymail
Reforms: IPCMC | Aug 08 2019
JIPS’ powers will not diminish with establishment of IPCMC |Read more >|SunDaily
‘Hold more talks on IPCMC’|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 06, 2019
Liew: Proposal to limit PM's powers within IPCMC to be brought to Cabinet|Read more >|TheStar
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Aug 06, 2019
Sabah passes Bill to outlaw Islamic deviancy|Read more >|Malaymail
Reforms: MA63 |
Aug 11, 2019
Mahathir to decide on next MA63 meeting|Read more >|SunDaily
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Scandals: Pg JPJ | Aug 07, 2019
JPJ officers facing graft charges still on duty, says department director|Read more >|Malaymail
Projects: K Baru Redevelopment |
New Malaysia | K Baru Redevelopment | Aug 18, 2019 @ 17:19
Govt estimates 45,000 housing units for Kg Baru re-development: Khalid|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 10, 2019 | Minister to hold four engagement sessions with Kampung Baru residents on redevelopment plan|Read more >|Malaymail
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Projects: PSR | Aug 15, 2019 @ 07:59
Fishermen want Penang govt to rehabilitate sea water
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Aug 11, 2019
20% of reclaimed land will be reserved for affordable housing units: Jagdeep |Read more >|SunDaily
Projects | 3rd National Car
Projects: 3rd National Car | Aug 15, 2019 @ 14:52
Minister says no bailout if 3rd national car project fails|Read more >|NST
Aug 14, 2019
I did not approve government investment in DreamEDGE: Mahathir|Read more >|SunDaily
Dr M: New national car may attract some govt agencies|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 13, 2019
Third national car must be hybrid or electric, says PM|Read more >|Malaymail
Dr M: I didn't approve investment in DreamEDGE|Read more >|NST
Aug 10, 2019
Minister to hold four engagement sessions with Kampung Baru residents on redevelopment plan|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 09, 2019
Guan Eng criticised for allegedly going against promise not to use rakyat's money in third national car project|Read more >|TheStar
New national car model set to be launched in March 2021|Read more >|TheStar
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New Malaysia | Govt Programmes | Aug 18, 2019 @ 18:52
PTPTN to promote matching grant to get poor parents to save|Read more >|SunDaily
National Education Savings Scheme (SSPN) >
Govt | Aug 15, 2019 @ 19:30
Govt will not continue funding incentive for sustainable palm oil certification, minister says|Read more >|Malaymail
Financial Aid | Aug 14, 2019
Federal, S’gor govt to provide allocations to repair houses damaged in storm|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 14, 2019
RM2,000 each for 176 fishermen in the north affected by last Friday's storm|Read more >|NST
Financial Aid | Aug 13, 2019
National disaster agency: Maximum RM5,000 aid for each house affected by Aug 9 storm in Kedah|Read more >|Malaymail
Fuel Subsidy | Aug 12, 2019
Targeted fuel subsidy under fine tuning process: Saifuddin Nasution|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 11, 2019
Third phase of BSH payments to begin Aug 28|Read more >|NST
Fuel Subsidy | Aug 09 2019
Ministry updating data on B40 petrol subsidy recipients: Saifuddin|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 07, 2019
Less than 10% aware of petrol stations’ role as one-stop centres for emergency assistance|Read more >|SunDaily
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Aug 12, 2019
DAP MP demands Pakatan rein in Dr M|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 06, 2019
PSM sounds alarm over Putrajaya’s patent on ‘Tongkat Ali’ extract|Read more >|Malaymail
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Aug 13, 2019
No discussions on PDF with Lynas, says Pahang MB|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 11, 2019
Report: DAP leaders to meet again, this time over Lynas licence extension plan|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 8, 2019
PM: Can’t drive out Lynas because foreign investors are watching|Read more >|Malaymail
Current Issues | Khat Controversy
Aug 14, 2019
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DAP lawmakers criticise Mahathir’s labeling of Dong Zong as ‘racist’|Read more >|SunDaily
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The khat paranoia in Malaysia|Read more >|Malaymail
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Of khat, Dong Zong and racial unity|Read more >|SunDaily
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‘Dong Zong stirring the pot’|Read more >|TheStar
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Wee: Many other groups also against teaching khat in schools|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 13, 2019
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DAP: Dr M has no intention of banning Dong Zong
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Dong Zong points to missionary group Yadim’s support as ‘proof’ of Islamisation in khat|Read more >|Malaymail
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Dong Zong going against the law by instigating M'sians, says Dr M|Read more >|TheStar
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Maszlee keeps mum on khat issue being raised at Cabinet meeting|Read more >|TheStar
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Petition to ban Dong Zong gets 50,000 signatures in just nine hours, nears target|Read more >|Malaymail
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Mahathir wrong to label Dong Zong racist: Kit Siang|Read more >|SunDaily
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Analysts: Khat rejection by non-Muslims due to poor communication, distrust carried over from previous govt|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 12, 2019
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Mahathir calls Dong Zong racist for not agreeing with anything|Read more >|SunDaily
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Guan Eng wants khat reviewed, to raise issue again in Cabinet meeting|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 11, 2019
Khat: Explain what is optional, Maszlee told |Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 10, 2019
Wee: Teaching of khat next year different from 2012's plan|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 08, 2019
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Dr M surprised by outbursts over khat issue|Read more >|NST
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Education Ministry decides to make khat optional, not compulsory|Read more >|SunDaily
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In khat storm, analysts see no silver lining for Pakatan|Read more >|Malaymail
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Religious NGO wants khat implementation postponed|Read more >|TheStar
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Govt: ERC | Aug 8, 2019
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Education of young voters to be main part of Electoral Reform Committee’s proposal|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 07, 2019 |
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Consultative council urges Education Ministry to postpone implementation of khat|Read more >|TheStar
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DAP MP denies report that members told to ‘toe the line’ in khat controversy |Read more >|Malaymail
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Khat writing lesson involves tracing, copying activities: Language expert|Read more >|SunDaily
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Education Ministry, NGOs reach consensus on khat calligraphy|Read more >|SunDaily
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‘All stakeholders should have say before deciding on khat’|Read more >|TheStar
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NGOs agree to khat as long as it’s about calligraphy|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 06, 2019 |
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Proposals to introduce khat|Read more >|TheStar
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Guan Eng meets Dr M again to discuss khat issue|Read more >|Malaymail
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‘Khat controversy shows nation hyper-sensitive to racial, religious issues’|Read more >|SunDaily
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Education Ministry releases FAQ on khat lessons, addresses main concerns|Read more >|Malaymail
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DAP rubbishes claims Dr M using khat issue to split Chinese community|Read more >|TheStar
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'Khat is an art, and is not linked to religion'|Read more >|NST
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Guan Eng: Non-Malay community alarmed by Chinese daily’s report on khat controversy|Read more >|Malaymail
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Khat continues to be a hot topic|Read more >|TheStar
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Educationist groups: Don’t make hasty decisions|Read more >|TheStar
Current Issues | Rising Food Prices
MyCC Food Review | Aug 07, 2019
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Fomca: Monitor AP abuse in food imports |Read more >|NST
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'Revitalise livestock industry via partnerships'|Read more >|NST
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MyCC: Government should introduce house brands for formula milk|Read more >|NST
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MyCC: Massive jump in price from jetty to consumer for fish, especially kembung|Read more >|NST
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MyCC recommends new wholesale markets to give competition to PBKL|Read more >|NST
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'Revitalise livestock industry via partnerships'|Read more >|NST
Current Issues | Toll Abolishment
Aug 08, 2019
Decision on highway takeover to be announced end of August, says Baru Bian|Read more >|TheStar
Red-Flag | Zakir Naik Controversy
New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 15, 2019 @ 22:54
Muhyiddin: We won't think twice about action against those who threaten the peace|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 15, 2019 @ 19:13
More calling for Zakir’s deportation|Read more >|SunDaily
Hadi: Solidarity with Muslims above fellow citizens, ‘one million’ PAS members back Zakir Naik|Read more >|Malaymail
Putrajaya denies involvement in Perlis camp for Muslim converts featuring Zakir Naik|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 15, 2019 @ 15:12
Sarawak bans Zakir Naik from entering the state
The Sarawak government has banned Zakir Naik from entering the state.|Read more >|TheStar
New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 15, 2019 @ 15:00
PKR stand on Zakir Naik after Anwar’s return from Haj, says party sec-gen|Read more >|Malaymail
New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 15, 2019 @ 14:50
Umno Sec-Gen defends Zakir Naik|Read more >|SunDaily
Z Naik Controversy | Aug 15, 2019 @ 14:50
Umno Sec-Gen defends Zakir Naik|Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 14, 2019
Just revoke Zakir Naik’s PR status and let him decide where to go, lawyer tells Putrajaya|Read more >|Malaymail
We want Zakir Naik out of the country, DAP ministers tell PM|Read more >|TheStar
Rais Yatim tells Putrajaya: Send Zakir Naik home, we have lots of other work to do|Read more >|Malaymail
'Yes, deport Zakir Naik', says Syed Saddiq
|Read more >|TheStar
New Policies | National IR4.0 Blueprint
Malaysia National Policy on IR 4.0 >
Aug 19, 2019
Malaysia falls behind in IR4.0 migration|Read more >|
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New State Initiatives |
Penang Smart Parking (PSP sensor system
smart parking app system
The smart app parking system allows motorists to download the app which will locate empty parking spots. Users then settle the charges via the e-wallet applications.
have installed the sensors at 647 parking bays on the island and 350 on the mainland, only managed to install it in 30 parking bays at the former, and none at the latter.
issued summons despite having settled their payment via the app.
New Malaysia | Govt: IGP | Aug 21, 2019 @ 11:09
IGP: More than 100 policemen tested positive for drugs
More than 100 police officers tested positive for drugs during an operation conducted in every police contingent since Aug 13, according to Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Abdul Hamid Bador yesterday.|Read more >|SunDaily
Reforms | MA63
What is Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63)?
The MA63 combined the states of the Federation of Malaya with North Borneo (now known as Sabah and Labuan), Sarawak, and Singapore to form Malaysia (In 1965 Singapore became an independent state and ceased to be a part of Malaysia).
Under the MA63, Sabah and Sarawak are equal partners in the formation of Malaysia and not individual peninsular states. This means Sabah and Sarawak were equal in political stature and have autonomy over most state matters and administration of their resources. Under the MA63, Sarawak and Sabah were given autonomy to govern matters such as education, language, religion, land and immigration.
However, in 1976, the Federal Constitution was amended and the status of Sabah and Sarawak being downgraded as the 12th and 13th states in Malaysia. Hence they lost their autonomy over matters which was provided for in the MA63 to safeguard the interest and development of the two states. As an example. is the frequently disputed oil revenue generated from resources of the states but is administered by Petronas.
The Malaysian government is currently working on amending the Federal Constitution to return to Sabah and Sarawak their rights as enshrined in the MA63.
were equal in political stature,
a high degree of autonomy were offered to both states, giving them jurisdiction over the administration of most state matters and resources
assured of autonomy in areas like education and language (English would remain the official language), religion (Islam was not to be the official religion), immigration (they could deny entry of Peninsula Malaysians), and finance and tariffs. Collectively these safeguards were called the “20 Points”.
Ownership of Malaysia’s oil and gas, most of which comes from Sabah and Sarawak, was given to Petronas – in return for only 5 per cent oil revenue, for example. Although oil and gas were not mentioned in MA63, the public sentiment is that these massive resources were used to develop the peninsula at the expense of East Malaysia.
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It stated that that complete freedom of religion would be guaranteed in the Federal Constitution and that ‘Sarawak has at present no established religion and it would not be required to accept Islam as its State religion.’
Sarawak and Sabah have their own immigration law Sarawak and Sabah have the power to regulate immigration to their states.
The Special Cabinet Committee To Review the Malaysia Agreement
21 issues were received by the special Cabinet committee to be reviewed with 13 of them being identified as joint issues involving both the Sarawak and Sabah governments while eight other issues involved the claims of the Sabah government alone.
As of July 23
1. Export duty claims on logging exports and forest products
the delegation of power to the Sabah Forestry Department had been given since June 1, 2017.
2. Gas distribution and regulatory powers on electricity and gas
hand over regulatory powers on gas in Sarawak according to the Distribution Gas Ordinance (DGO) Sarawak 2016.
Sabah State Government agreed to carry out Due Diligence before handing over gas and electricity regulatory powers.
3. Implementation of Federal and State Public Works
The Federal and State Governments of Sabah and Sarawak agreed to set up the Working Committee on Strengthening Federal Projects Implementation Collaborations to discuss the implementation mechanism for Federal projects based on the Federal Constitution, Malaysia Agreement 1963 and take note of the suggestions in the Inter-Governmental Committee –IGC.
4. Manpower
In principle, the federal Government has no objection in implementing the demands concerning the devolution of power to the Sarawak and Sabah governments to make subsidiary legislation on “labour conditions peculiar to the state” under the respective Labour Ordinance of the respective states. Action is being taken to amend the Labour Ordinance of the respective states.
5. The power of the state on health issues
The Federal Government and the State Governments of Sarawak and Sabah agreed to set up Engagement Committees periodically to discuss matters concerning health management issues for Sarawak and Sabah states.
6. Administration of Pulau Sipadan and Ligitan
In principle the handing over of governance on Pulau Sipadan and Ligitan particularly concerning the Sabah State Government had been agreed upon. Technical and Security issues were being scrutinised.
7. Agricultural and forestry issues
Issues on agriculture and forestry were being dropped at this committee meeting because both matters were already under the State List.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, negotiations on the MA63 were in line with the 40th pledge contained in the Pakatan Harapan manifesto, and following the approval of the Cabinet on Sept 5, 2018, a special Cabinet committee was established to review the implementation of the Malaysia Agreement 1963.
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Current Issues | Khat Controversy
The Inclusion of Jawi in Year-four syllabus?
On August 14, 2019, the Education Ministry announced that the Cabinet has decided to incorporate Jawi into the Bahasa Melayu subject for year 4 to 6 students in stages.
Who will be affected?
It was decided that Jawi writing would be maintained as an introduction to Jawi writing, and not khat as announced earlier on. The introduction to Jawi writing would be allocated three pages in the Bahasa Malaysia textbook.
Who will be affected?
Elementary level Jawi writing will be introduced as an optional subject to Year 4 students starting 2020 and gradually to Year 5 pupils in 2021 and year 6 pupils in 2022. As an optional subject, there will not be tested to assess the students on this subject.
National-type schools
The Education Ministry is seeking consent from parent-teacher associations (PTA) of national-type schools to introduce Jawi writing in 2020.
It is compulsory for national-type schools to incorporate Jawi writing lessons into the Bahasa Melayu subject as scheduled for Year-4 students starting in 2020. The Cabinet agreed that the Jawi lesson will be limited to only three pages in the textbook.
Vernacular schools
The parent-teacher associations (PTAs) together with parents will decide if they want their children to learn the Jawi script. The government will not force vernacular school students to learn Jawi. Jawi writing will remain an optional topic for vernacular schools.
at national-type schools
"It will be introduced as optional at elementary level to Year 4 pupils in 2020, Year 5 pupils in 2021 and year 6 pupils in 2022 at national-type schools,
although there would not be any test or examination on it.
.year-4 pupils at national-type schools will learn
Jawi writing will be introduced into the Bahasa Melayu subject for Year 4 pupils at national-type schools next year, as decided by the Cabinet.
"That is, if parent-teacher associations (PTA) agree,” the Education Ministry asserted, adding, Jawi writing for other schools would proceed as usual.
In a statement here today, it said the cabinet also decided that introduction to Jawi writing would be allocated three pages in the text book although there would not be any test or examination on it.
"It was also decided at the Cabinet Meeting that Jawi writing would be maintained as introduction to Jawi writing, not khat.
"It will be introduced as optional at elementary level to Year 4 pupils in 2020, Year 5 pupils in 2021 and year 6 pupils in 2022 at national-type schools," the ministry said.
Following the cabinet's decision, the ministry hoped there won't be any more furore over the introduction of Jawi writing in national-type schools.
The education ministry will continue to hold sessions with all parties from time to time on the improvement of the national education system.
-- BERNAMA
Teaching of Jawi in vernacular schools to proceed, subject to PTA consent
What is the Khat controversy?
The Education Ministry is incorporating khat writing in the BM syllabus because it is part of the Malay heritage and has its aesthetic value.
What is Khat?
Khat is a decorative art form calligraphy that is expressed using flowing cursive lettering. Khat is not Jawi which is a form of writing used for official purposes. Learning about khat nothing to do with Islamic learning.
The new syllabus
Starting in 2020, Khat will be introduced as part of the Bahasa Malaysia subject for year-four students.
Khat controversy | Aug 15, 2019 @ 22:30
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Maszlee keeps mum on khat issue being raised at Cabinet meeting|Read more >|TheStar
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Khat controversy | Aug 12, 2019
Mahathir calls Dong Zong racist for not agreeing with anything|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Khat controversy | Aug 12, 2019 @ 18:30
Guan Eng wants khat reviewed, to raise issue again in Cabinet meeting|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 11, 2019
Khat: Explain what is optional, Maszlee told |Read more >|SunDaily
Aug 10, 2019
Wee: Teaching of khat next year different from 2012's plan|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 08, 2019
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Dr M surprised by outbursts over khat issue|Read more >|NST
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Education Ministry decides to make khat optional, not compulsory|Read more >|SunDaily
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Religious NGO wants khat implementation postponed|Read more >|TheStar
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Govt: ERC | Aug 8, 2019
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Education of young voters to be main part of Electoral Reform Committee’s proposal|Read more >|Malaymail
Aug 07, 2019 |
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Consultative council urges Education Ministry to postpone implementation of khat|Read more >|TheStar
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DAP MP denies report that members told to ‘toe the line’ in khat controversy |Read more >|Malaymail
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Education Ministry, NGOs reach consensus on khat calligraphy|Read more >|SunDaily
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‘All stakeholders should have say before deciding on khat’|Read more >|TheStar
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NGOs agree to khat as long as it’s about calligraphy|Read more >|TheStar
Aug 06, 2019 |
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Proposals to introduce khat|Read more >|TheStar
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Guan Eng meets Dr M again to discuss khat issue|Read more >|Malaymail
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‘Khat controversy shows nation hyper-sensitive to racial, religious issues’|Read more >|SunDaily
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'Khat is an art, and is not linked to religion'|Read more >|NST
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Guan Eng: Non-Malay community alarmed by Chinese daily’s report on khat controversy|Read more >|Malaymail
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MCA: Where's the check and balance on PM, Pakatan?
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Process of public inspection of LRT project begins
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New Malaysia | Khat Controversy | Aug 20, 2019 @ 20:00
Let’s move on, Anwar says of khat lessons
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called on the public to move on from the controversial khat issue, following feedback from Putrajaya.|Read more >|Malaymail
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Anwar backs calls to review Lynas' licence renewal
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Sabah Umno says MA63 announcement not what Sabahans want
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Penang is pushing for highway project to start on Sept 1, says CM
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Gov’t wants Federal Court to determine legal questions in lawsuit by Altantuya’s family
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Sabah revenue, oil royalties among issues to be discussed at MA63 Committee meeting
The Special Cabinet Committee to Review the Malaysian Agreement 1963 (MA63) is now looking into returning 40 per cent of revenue to Sabah as well as oil royalties involving the state.|Read more >|NST
New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 20, 2019 @ 17:00
Penang DCM I, mufti insist Dr Zakir Naik not extremist, but still barred from speaking in state
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Utusan contributors to Socso can seek assistance: Mahfuz
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Federal Govt, Sabah moving in right direction over MA63, says Shafie
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New Malaysia | Orang Asli Land | Aug 20, 2019 @ 16:38
Kelantan govt fails in bid to strike out fed govt suit on Orang Asli customary land
The Kota Baru High Court today dismissed the Kelantan government’s application to strike a suit filed by the federal government in January pertaining to the customary land of the Temiar tribe of the Orang Asli in Pos Simpor, Gua Musang.|Read more >|SunDaily
New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 20, 2019 @ 16:36
Kelantan joins other states in not issuing permit for Zakir Naik's ceramah
Kelantan police have joined their counterparts in other states in not issuing any permit to any individual or organisation which seeks to invite controversial Muslim preacher Dr Zakir Naik for any ceramah in the state.|Read more >|NST
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Cabinet will decide on Gojek, other bike-hailing firms, says transport minister
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New Malaysia | Z Naik Controversy | Aug 20, 2019 @ 14:10
Johor bans Zakir from giving public talks: Cops
The Johor police have banned Islamic preacher Dr Zakir Naik from giving public talks in the state in order to prevent controversy that can undermine harmony, Johor Police chief Datuk Mohd Kamarudin Md Din said today.|Read more >|SunDaily
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Saifuddin: Targeted fuel subsidy plan to be announced in two weeks
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Penang Mufti: Zakir Naik only presents the truth
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New Malaysia | New Policies: Smoking | Aug 20, 2019 @ 12:29
Amount spent to treat smoking-related diseases four times higher than cigarette tax collection
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