Malay pride rally in KL to proceed despite Asean road closures
This is despite major road closures in conjunction with the Asean summit affecting roads connecting to the rally venue.
Organising chairperson Syed Hassan Syed Ali said...
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- The Star
PM mulls dedicated Law Ministry
KUALA LUMPUR: A dedicated Law Ministry is being seriously considered to ensure greater coherence in the national legal ecosystem, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The Prime Minister said the move would also enable Malaysia to engage more meaningfully with regional partners in advancing the rule of law, especially with Asean member states. Anwar acknowledged that he has a law minister who is passionate and helps to effect change as fast as possible, referring to Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. 'Therefore, I have to seriously consider the establishment of a dedicated Law Ministry – a step that will not only ensure greater coherence in our national legal ecosystem, but also enable Malaysia to engage more meaningfully with our regional partners in advancing the rule of law. 'By aligning ourselves with the best practices of our neighbours, Malaysia will be better placed to shape a more just and responsive regional order,' he said in his keynote address at the Asean Law Forum 2025 here yesterday. Also present were Azalina, who is the Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform), her deputy M. Kulasegaran and Asean secretary-general Dr Kao Kim Hourn. The forum was organised by the Asian International Arbitration Centre in collaboration with the Legal Affairs Division of the Prime Minister's Department. Anwar said 'Inclusivity and Sustainability' had been adopted as Malaysia's central theme for its Asean chairmanship this year, stressing that inclusivity means the law must serve every person, every community and every generation. 'It is not enough for justice to exist in principle. It must be felt in the lives of our people. The law must empower and protect, not intimidate or exclude,' he said. Anwar also stressed the importance of sustainability in building legal systems and institutions that can withstand the test of time. 'A government's true strength does not rest in the reach of its authority, but in the integrity of its institutions, its fairness in governance, and the trust it earns from its citizens,' he said. Speaking on Asean's Vision 2045, Anwar said the rule of law must be the foundation of the journey, stressing that a rules-based Asean is the bedrock of trust, stability and shared prosperity. He also noted that Asean unity does not demand uniformity, as the region's diversity in legal traditions, cultural values and historical experiences could enrich rather than divide its members. The Prime Minister urged the regional grouping to strengthen mutual legal assistance, enhance dispute resolution mechanisms and confront emerging challenges such as digital governance and the regulation of artificial intelligence. 'These are not abstract reforms. They are acts of trust-building, of ensuring that Asean remains relevant and resilient in a rapidly changing world,' he said. Citing the recent border tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, Anwar said Malaysia's mediation, backed by Asean's collective will, had led to a ceasefire agreement. The Asean region, he added, has proven time and again that disputes can be resolved through dialogue and principled diplomacy. 'Asean's approach to peace has always been one of quiet strength, consensus and respect. The same spirit must guide our legal cooperation,' said the Prime Minister. Meanwhile, Anwar said the proposal to deploy additional observers to monitor the implementation of the Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire is solely aimed at ensuring continued safety and stability in the region, and does not amount to interference. He said the current number of Asean Interim Observer Team (IOT) members requires a more balanced distribution of resources between the two neighbouring countries. 'For example, we have 10 members in Bangkok but only two in Phnom Penh. So, we need to increase the numbers. 'If insufficient, additional personnel can be drawn from defence attachés and embassies, and supported by other teams,' he told reporters after the closing ceremony of the forum. On Wednesday, Thailand's Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai rejected the proposal to send more international observers to monitor the implementation of the ceasefire at the Thailand-Cambodia border. Phumtham said Anwar had contacted him the day before, suggesting the deployment of additional international observers on the grounds that the Asean IOT could not carry out the task alone. At the event earlier, Ministers of Law, Justice and Attorneys-General from the 10 Asean member states reaffirmed their collective commitment to advancing international commercial arbitration and mediation as a tool for regional economic development, legal cooperation and access to justice. The joint declaration was adopted at the Asean Law Forum 2025, which was attended by representatives from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. In a joint statement, the ministers emphasised the importance of harmonising arbitration and mediation frameworks across Asean in alignment with international standards such as the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, the Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation and the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (Uncitral) Model Law on Cross-Border Insolvency.
The Star
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City Hall hosts Asean leaders at Taman Botani Perdana
DELEGATES from Asean and beyond were treated to a feast of Malaysian food at a gala dinner by Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL). At the 'Kenduri in the Park' dinner, guests were treated to satay, nasi lemak, keropok lekor and traditional Malay kuih, in addition to being entertained by cultural performances. The event at Taman Botani Perdana was among a series of programmes by DBKL held in conjunction with several regional forums organised in the capital during Malaysia's tenure as Asean chair this year. The delegates had attended the Governors Mayors' Forum, Asean Sustainable Urbanisation Forum and Meeting of Governors and Mayors of Asean Capitals. Guests at the dinner trying on traditional attire. Kuala Lumpur mayor Datuk Seri Maimunah Mohd Sharif said the dinner showcased Malaysia's diversity to Asean leaders. 'It is also a night of celebration as efforts are being made in making the region stronger and more united,' she said. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa called on Asean leaders to urgently tackle issues of climate change and social equity. 'Cities are expanding and cultures are rapidly merging. 'These forums are a platform to exchange ideas and strengthen leadership.' Also present was Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. ― By FARID WAHAB
Malay Mail
12 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Anwar's proposal for Ministry of Law aligns with Malaysia Madani agenda, says Azalina
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's proposal to establish a Ministry of Law is in line with the Malaysia Madani agenda, which upholds integrity, transparency and the rule of law as the foundation of the nation's progress, said Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said. She said the announcement underscores the importance of the ministry in strengthening the country's legal ecosystem, enhancing the effectiveness of institutional reforms, and expanding public access to justice. 'InsyaAllah, we will continue to drive the success of the legal reform agenda, which not only benefits Malaysians but also positions Asean as a just, resilient, and prosperous region,' she said in a Facebook post today. Earlier, in his keynote address at the Asean Law Forum 2025, Anwar said the government was considering the establishment of a dedicated Ministry of Law to ensure greater coherence in the national legal system. He said the move would also enable Malaysia to engage more meaningfully with regional partners in advancing the rule of law, particularly with fellow Asean member states. Azalina also expressed her appreciation to Anwar for delivering the keynote address and witnessing the adoption of the Joint Statement at the inaugural forum. She said this reflects the nation's leadership commitment to reinforcing regional legal cooperation in pursuit of more inclusive justice. 'Also, my gratitude to fellow Ministers and Deputy Ministers of Law from Asean member states, including Timor-Leste and Japan, as well as Asean Secretary-General Dr Kao Kim Hourn,' she added. — Bernama
