Kelantan to strengthen strategic cooperation with Media Prima
KOTA BARU: The Kelantan state government will continue its strategic partnership with Media Prima Bhd (MPB) to organise a variety of programmes across the state, including both academic and entertainment-based initiatives.
State Local Government, Housing, Health and Environment Committee chairman Hilmi Abdullah said the government welcomes all forms of programmes, provided they comply with guidelines aligned with the state's policies.
"Entertainment programmes are a necessity, but we have set specific conditions that all organisers must adhere to.
"Kelantan is a state with its own uniqueness. For the past 35 years, we have upheld the 'Developing with Islam' policy, and we continue to maintain that approach to this day."
Hilmi made the remarks following a courtesy visit by Media Prima Television Network News and Current Affairs group editor Azhari Muhidin and MPB deputy group managing editor and New Straits Times group editor Farrah Naz Abd Karim, at his office in the Kota Darulnaim Complex yesterday.
He expressed appreciation to MPB for the visit, noting that it contributes to fostering positive relations and mutual understanding in efforts to deliver accurate and timely information to the public.
"We need the support of media partners to disseminate truthful information about Kelantan's development.
"God willing, we will see major progress once key infrastructure projects are completed," he said, referring to the Sultan Ismail Petra Airport upgrade in Pengkalan Chepa, the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL), the Central Spine Road (CSR), and the Kuala Krai–Gua Musang Highway.
Meanwhile, Azhari said the visit reaffirmed the long-standing collaboration between MPB and the state government, citing successful programmes such as Jom Heboh.
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