Middle East Tensions And Maritime Disputes Among Key Issues In Dewan Rakyat
Mohd Sany Hamzan (PH-Hulu Langat) raised the issue during the Minister's Question Time, seeking clarification from the Prime Minister on the government's approach to the matter.
Also under the spotlight, Datuk Seri Dr Ronald Kiandee (PN-Beluran) questioned how the International Court of Justice's 2002 decision affirming Malaysia's sovereignty over Ligitan and Sipadan Islands may affect the determination of maritime boundaries in the Sulawesi Sea, particularly over blocks ND6 (Block Y) and ND7 (Block Z) shared with Indonesia.
During the oral question session, Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman (PN-Bachok) requested an update from the Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry on government efforts to manage tariff disputes involving the United States and the role of state governments in the process.
Meanwhile, Datuk Seri Sh Mohmed Puzi Sh Ali (BN-Pekan) asked the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security to detail the financial impact of subsidy cuts on the egg market, including how much savings have been generated.
The sitting also included the first reading of the Poisons (Amendment) Bill 2025, and the second readings of the Street, Drainage and Building (Amendment) Bill 2025, and the Whistleblower Protection (Amendment) Bill 2025.
This second meeting of the fourth session of the 15th Parliament will span 24 days, with the 13th Malaysia Plan set to be tabled on July 31. Related
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Borneo Post
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Borneo Post
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- Borneo Post
13MP a people-centric plan anchored by infrastructure, says Works Minister
Nanta (left) speaks to reporters. – Photo by Agnes Tugong KUCHING (Aug 2): The 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) has been described as a people-centric and holistic blueprint for national development by Works Minister Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi, who voiced his strong support for its implementation. At a press conference today, Nanta said the plan's broad focus – particularly in uplifting sectors such as education – would only be achievable with robust infrastructure as its foundation. 'As the Works Ministry, our core responsibility lies in enhancing infrastructure. Without proper road access, progress in other sectors like education and health becomes difficult,' he said. He stressed that while education projects fall under the Ministry of Education, the technical execution and physical delivery are handled by the Public Works Department (JKR), which is under the Works Ministry. Nanta was speaking after officiating the handover of two newly completed school projects by JKR to the Ministry of Education at SK Rantau Panjang in Batu Kawa. On infrastructure projects proposed under 13MP and tabled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim last Thursday, Nanta highlighted the planned 70-kilometre road linking Nanga Serau to Nanga Seranau in Kapit – a project he described as transformative. 'This road will greatly improve accessibility for communities along the northern bank of the Batang Rajang River, benefitting at least 10,000 residents,' he said. He also provided updates on the Sarawak segment of the Trans-Borneo Highway, which consists of three sections – from Kuala Baram to the Sungai Tujoh ICQS, through Brunei's separated territories, and onward to Limbang. 'Although parts of the highway do not pass through the interior, the benefits will still reach rural populations,' he added. He further noted that Limbang, as a key township, is poised to benefit significantly from enhanced connectivity provided by the highway. 13MP alexander nanta linggi infrastructure development people-centric
